By Arnie Baker Pacing on a bike requires self-knowledge and self-control. Pacing may be required when what will limit your performance later does not limit you now. Pacing means riding more slowly at the beginning so that you can go faster at the end. Pacing also means riding more slowly at the beginning so that you can reach the end. Years ago, runners used to run the … [Read more...] about How to Pace Your Bike Ride
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Safe Bicycling Guide
By Arnie Baker Bicycle accidents and injuries are a source of concern for all of us. Most accidents are preventable. Five main topics govern safety. Most can be attended to and most risks minimized. Keep bicycle equipment safe—well maintained in mechanically sound working order. Acquire the riding skills and techniques to operate a bicycle safely. Know how … [Read more...] about Safe Bicycling Guide
How Should I Warm Up for Group Rides?
QUESTION: I ride mostly alone due to my hectic schedule. When I join a group they start too fast. I expend so much energy trying to keep up in the first few miles that the rest of the ride is a struggle. Also, I seem to be a "tweener"-- too fast for slow groups, but too slow for fast ones. How can I remedy these problems? -- Jeffrey S. … [Read more...] about How Should I Warm Up for Group Rides?
How Can I Train Despite Limited Time?
Question: I'm a doctor, often working 12-hour days and on call some weekends. I rode some centuries last season but was undertrained. How can I get the most benefit out of training a maximum of 10 hours per week? -- Eric B. … [Read more...] about How Can I Train Despite Limited Time?
How does cycling affect longevity?
QUESTION: Now that I’m into my 70s, my wife is urging me to give up cycling. She’s fearful that I’m overdoing it. But I feel good, and I think cycling contributes to that. What evidence of benefits of continuing to cycle into my senior years can I tell her about? —Anonymous RBR’S STAN PURDUM REPLIES: Well, a big benefit is that cycling often has a positive impact on … [Read more...] about How does cycling affect longevity?