By Stan Purdum You’ve no doubt noticed that eating out has gotten more expensive lately, and even a Big Mac Meal for you and your sweetie will now put a big dent in a $20 bill. That got me recalling when, in 1995, I pedaled across America, eating most meals out, and how little I spent most days. Here’s how I talked about dining on that trip, from my book, Roll Around Heaven … [Read more...] about Dining Memories from Bicycling Across America
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Try This: Master the art of crosswind riding
Crosswinds can turn an easy ride into a white-knuckle adventure. But with the right techniques, you can slice through the breeze efficiently and safely. Here's how: First, find a safe stretch of road with a steady crosswind. Ride solo to get a feel for the wind's effect on your bike. Notice how your front wheel wants to weathervane into the wind. To counteract this, shift … [Read more...] about Try This: Master the art of crosswind riding
One Man’s View on Energy Just Might Increase Yours
By Kevin Kolodziejski For Cycling and Other Stuff Too You read the next question in the cycling survey and shake your head. Not because the survey’s already taken far too long (which it has) and you’re only halfway through it (which you are), but because this question has a painfully obvious answer. So as you scribble down A lack of time, you wonder why any … [Read more...] about One Man’s View on Energy Just Might Increase Yours
Why Is My Indoor FTP So Much Lower?
QUESTION: I’m in my early 40s, race, and do most of my structured training indoors using a KICKR BIKE and TrainerRoad. It’s efficient and I like being able to nail my intervals without worrying about cars, stoplights, or weather. But here’s the problem: my indoor FTP feels way harder than it should. I’ve got a power meter on my outdoor bike and wear a heart rate monitor for … [Read more...] about Why Is My Indoor FTP So Much Lower?
Randonneuring Rookie: Tales From the Long Road
By Sheri Rosenbaum With origins in late 19th century France, Randonneuring grew out of interest in touring the countryside by bicycle. It is a long-distance cycling sport where riders attempt courses of 100K with options of 200K+, passing through predetermined "controls" (checkpoints). Riders aim to complete the course within specified time limits and receive equal … [Read more...] about Randonneuring Rookie: Tales From the Long Road