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By Mike Tierney In Part 2 of this “basics” series, I touched on the topics of spoke twist and stress relief. Today, I’ll talk about the need for equalized spoke tensions and which way to turn nipples – with a big tip that you won’t forget! Equal spoke tension When we tension all the spokes…
Question: After working out regularly and taking very good care of myself, at the prime age of 65 now the doctor tells me my B.P. is up. Do I need to go on meds? I eat right, no salt, no sugar, a lot of veggies and fruits,very little fat, and take a lot of supplements,…
Today’s QT is more of reminder than a tip for most of us. It comes from something that happened on a recent ride with my buddies, and reminded me of something that’s happened to me as well – and likely to all of us at some point. On the 10-mile jaunt homeward after a nice…
You’ve heard that long, slow rides are crucial in the early season because they build capillaries in your working muscles. This approach sounds reasonable because cycling power depends on the delivery of oxygen-rich blood to your quads. The more capillary density you have, the more oxygen is available to power your muscles. But you’re confused…
