Editor’s Note: And now for something completely different. I was approached a while back by the Axeon Cycling Team about covering the team in some way. Founded in 2009 by former Belgian pro Axel Merckx, Axeon is a sort of “team in training” for aspiring pro riders. The team is known for taking in young talent (all…
Question: Watching the Tour de France this year, I noticed riders picking up little bags with a shoulder strap at certain points on the course. The commentator said this happened in the “feed zone.” I know the bags contain food and drinks, but what exactly are the pros using? — Patsy C. RBR Replies: It depends…
Question: My wife is on a diet that isn’t especially radical but it does emphasize protein over carbohydrate. I’m a relatively serious cyclist (2,000 miles per year) and during the cycling season I follow a high-carbohydrate diet. Would switching to my wife’s high-protein diet help or hinder my cycling performance? —Jim B. Coach Fred Mantheny…
Question: I’m 52 years old, overweight and diabetic due to lack of exercise and high body fat. I got into cycling and I love it! I want to lose weight, and a friend recommended “bonk training.” That is, don’t eat breakfast and ride till I bonk. He says my body will suck fat like crazy…
Question: I’m overweight (6-foot, 230 pounds) and I’m slow. How can I lose weight and get fast enough to hold my own on fast group rides? — Davis K. Coach Fred Mantheny Replies: You would see a big improvement in your speed, especially on climbs, if you were lighter. This is assuming that your extra…
