QUESTION: I enjoy cycling on club rides, but because I’m one of the slower riders, I often end up at the back of the pack. I don’t mind that, but when our route takes us on a busy road with lots of motor vehicle traffic, I end up shouting “car back” every few seconds, which…
By Coach Fred Matheny Cycling is a unique sport because its arena is the open road. That’s the same place frequented by traffic, potholes, snarling dogs and absent-minded pedestrians. But sometimes we’re our own worst enemy. Inattention and poor technique can put us on the pavement as fast as any hazard. Use these tips and…
By Coach Fred Matheny Pacelines are organized. They have specific rules. But in big groups like you find in centuries or charity rides, things will be disorganized. This can intimidate even experienced riders. Sooner or later you’ll find yourself in a big group amid some riders with sketchy skills. It pays to learn how to…
By Stan Purdum In my recent article, “The ‘e’ in ebike stands for ‘equalizer’,” I told about a ride I had on my ebike with a stronger cyclist who was also pedaling an ebike, and at one point, I mentioned how fast — 18.5 mph — we had ridden over a particular section of our…
By Kevin Kolodziejski It’s highly unlikely you’re a Frenchman, but let’s just say you are. Then there’s a 1 in 2 chance if your television was turned on during the afternoon of July 27, you watched at least a part of the greatest Tour de France finale that began with a mass start. Only the 1989…
