By Lars Hundley If you’re a roadie over 40 or 50, you probably remember those mind-numbing sessions on old-fashioned turbo trainers (or even rollers), where your best entertainment was riding along watching a Tour de France VHS tape. Those unpleasant memories have kept many cyclists from even considering riding with a smart trainer. Here’s the…
Question: I am 68 and have been a recreational cyclist for the better part of the last 40 years. In my 30s I’d ride 60 miles in 90-degree heat (hey, there’s a breeze), no problem. About 4-5 years ago, riding in the heat became intolerable. If it’s high 80s or higher, even after as little…
The cycling tech we have today is amazing, and I love to use it as much as anyone. Power meters, heart rate monitors and GPS units have revolutionized how we train, ride… and post to Strava after we finish. But among all these gadgets, there’s a crucial skill that often gets overlooked: the ability to…
By Graham Fogg Sometimes health discoveries arise where you least expect them, and I never imagined that hill climbing on my bike would expose my most formidable health challenge. Worry not though, this story is ultimately not a downer.
QUESTION: Every summer, my feet feel like they’re on fire during long rides. I’ve tried different socks and even poured water over my shoes, but nothing seems to help. Are there any effective ways to keep my feet cool during hot-weather cycling? —Sarah M. RBR’S STAN PURDUM REPLIES: Although you identify the issue as a…
