Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Whenever Tech Talk is about tires, like the last episode, we get great comments. This week, I want to answer readers “William” and “Mic,” who had questions after reading last week’s tire seating tips. William asked “I don’t understand the low spot on the tire concept as in find the low spot(s) on the tire. Could you clarify please?” … [Read more...] about Answering Two Tire Questions
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An Effective and Low-Cost Homemade Sports Drink
By Coach John Hughes What’s the best sports drink for you? One you like and will drink! And also provides the calories you need. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends consuming 25 to 60 grams (1 to 2 ounces or 100 to 240 calories) of carbs per hour after the first hour of exercise. This is sufficient for several hours of exercise. Here’s the cost per … [Read more...] about An Effective and Low-Cost Homemade Sports Drink
Specialized Power Pro Saddle With Mirror Tech Review, My Modification
By Rick Schultz (with modifications) Power Pro with Mirror | Specialized.com Not Limited Availability, Limited Width Options – Still an issueI think this would be a far superior saddle if they got rid of the webbing and keep the original power cutout – Addressed in this article In my previous article, I had an issue with this saddle causing me numbness. I was … [Read more...] about Specialized Power Pro Saddle With Mirror Tech Review, My Modification
Specialized S-Works Torch Road Shoes with BOA S3 Fit System Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Hot BOA S3 Fit System micro-adjustments to tighten or loosenUpdated BOA cable routing improves lockdown and reduces pressure across the top of the footStiff carbon fiber sole for better power transfer to the pedalsLightweight at 258 grams (size 45 EU), you forget you have shoes onAsymmetric heal cup designed to secure foot and prevent slippage … [Read more...] about Specialized S-Works Torch Road Shoes with BOA S3 Fit System Review
5 Easy DIY Energy Gel Recipes
By Marc Sexton Traditional energy gels may be convenient to purchase, but the cost can add up pretty quickly. Plus they’re often a pain to deal with while riding, creating sticky hands and pockets and producing a lot of garbage. For rides lasting longer an hour or two, I prefer to fill a small, reusable, semi-rigid gel flask (I created this one called Energy Flask) … [Read more...] about 5 Easy DIY Energy Gel Recipes