By Fred Matheny Greg LeMond likes to tell about when he began riding as a teenager with experienced racers. He could keep up with them and even drop them on hills. But in sprints they always beat him. They told him that because he was young, he could go first and get a head start! Greg finally figured out that far from doing him a favor, they were sitting on his wheel while … [Read more...] about How to Improve Your Sprint on a Road Bike
1Training & Health
A Quarter-Million Lifetime Miles
In 2014 his goal was at least 100 miles per week. In spite of a number of cold, rainy days in December (Richard lives in Lexington, N.C.), he finished up the year with 6,078 miles, which was about 117 miles per week. For 2015 his goal, at age 88, remains unchanged – to also get in 100 miles per week, on average, depending on his health and the weather. I met Richard at … [Read more...] about A Quarter-Million Lifetime Miles
Dealing With ‘Itchy Butt Syndrome’
Upon Googling it I found that it seems to affect middle-age men at a higher rate (of which I am one). It seems that bicycle riding is listed as a common cause, or aggravates the issue, sweat being the real issue. It was recommended on at least one web site to not do any long bike rides. Of course, I refuse to take that advice, but have been following some of the other … [Read more...] about Dealing With ‘Itchy Butt Syndrome’
Can You Lose Weight by Cycling? These Cyclists Sure Did!
Ever wondered if you can lose weight cycling? As a suggestion to those of you who belong to a cycling club, Coach David Ertl thought it would be fun to share with you information about how his own hometown club in Des Moines, Iowa, has used his eBook as the foundation for a seasonal weight-loss contest. The results speak for themselves, but there’s nothing stopping individual … [Read more...] about Can You Lose Weight by Cycling? These Cyclists Sure Did!
Reader Goals Show Interesting Diversity
In fact, according our recent reader poll, by far the biggest percentage of readers are aiming simply to stay fit and health in 2015 – some 36% of you. Other top goals include increasing your cruising speed (9%), completing a multi-day tour and improving your climbing ability (8% each), and improving endurance or some other aspect of riding (7%). I hope you enjoy reading … [Read more...] about Reader Goals Show Interesting Diversity