The main cornering mistake most riders make is not using their eyes. Instead of looking at the turn carefully, well in advance of approaching it, they stare too near their front wheel. Scanning the corner early helps you choose the correct speed and best line. … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: Scan Ahead to Improve Your Bike Cornering
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Should You Do Intensity Training This Winter? (Part 1)
By Coach John Hughes It depends on how much riding you did over the fall and what your objectives are. This week I discuss how a 76-year-old woman trains for speed. Next week I’ll describe how a 62-year-old man should train for climbing power. … [Read more...] about Should You Do Intensity Training This Winter? (Part 1)
Quick Tip: Don’t Take Your Water Bottle for a Winter Ride
It gets hard easily out there. So don't "take your water bottle out for a ride." That means finishing with the bottle still full because you forgot to drink, or you didn't start till the ride was almost over. Been there, done that, eh? Well, the same goes for food. You don't want to take your energy bar, gel packet or other snack for a ride, either. … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: Don’t Take Your Water Bottle for a Winter Ride
How Much Should You Train to Improve Cycling Performance, part 2
By Coach John Hughes Last week’s column was How Much Should You Train to Get Faster? After I posted it to Facebook, readers made a number of good responses. … [Read more...] about How Much Should You Train to Improve Cycling Performance, part 2
Keep Your Cool on Smart Trainer Rides
Keep cool on your next indoor trainer ride. Remember how important it is to stay cool on sweltering July rides? If you don't keep your core temperature down, you risk dehydration and exhaustion. Serious heat stroke is next. Keeping your cool is just as important in January on your smart trainer. When you're riding indoors on a bike trainer, there's no bike movement and … [Read more...] about Keep Your Cool on Smart Trainer Rides