Question: I love to ride in the winter but sure wish I could have something hot to drink about an hour out. My bottles freeze even if I start with them filled with hot tea. What are my options? — Jane A. RBR Replies: The best option is to plan your ride to include a…
By Coach Fred Matheny If it’s the summer cycling season, it’s probably hot where you live. Cyclists and other outdoor athletes are the first to notice rising temperatures. And the hotter it is, the faster you lose fluids when you ride. Fluids are crucial to your performance and sense of well-being. we’re really just big…
Question: My girlfriend and I had problems with fluid intake at the Hotter’n Hell Hundred last summer in Wichita Falls, Texas. We drank lots of water and some sports drink but still hit the wall. The worst problem—we hate the taste of those drinks. I want to give it another try this year. What should…
Question: I know this question must have a couple of obvious answers, but no one can give me a direct solution. On long rides, how can I replenish my fluid supply when the two bottles that I can carry aren’t enough? I don’t want to carry a back-mounted hydration pack while riding on the road….
QUESTION: I’ve started doing long rides to build a base for ultra-distance racing when it starts back up. But I tend to bonk after three or four hours because I forget to eat and drink enough. Any ideas? — Peter S.
