Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Recently I created two videos that are related. One is on how to wash your bike and keep it clean (today’s Tech Talk topic) and the other one covers some new tools that I ordered from Park Tool to upgrade my workshop (I learned about them after attending the Sea Otter Classic back in April and decided I had to have them). … [Read more...] about How to Keep Your Bike Clean
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To What Degree Does the CG Determine the GC?
Ask This and Improve Your Cycling By Kevin Kolodziejski Even if the only thing you know about stage racing is the Tour de France, you have to know GC stands for General Classification. It’s the rider’s placement in the race based on his or her cumulative times plus or minus any bonuses or penalties from each stage. But greatest stage-racing enthusiast or not, there’s … [Read more...] about To What Degree Does the CG Determine the GC?
Jelenew Women’s Base Layer, Hourglass Short Sleeve Jersey, and Evolve Y Back Bibs Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Cycling Apparel Designed by Women, for Women and Woman-Owned I'm thrilled to come across yet another woman-owned apparel company, Jelenew. After seeing their press release, Facebook ads, links from friends, and even Lars emailing me ― I had to experience for myself what all the chatter was about. Slindy Li founded Jelenew in 2021 to create … [Read more...] about Jelenew Women’s Base Layer, Hourglass Short Sleeve Jersey, and Evolve Y Back Bibs Review
Anti-Aging: Weekend Warrior Works
By Coach John Hughes Just hitting it on the weekend does about as much for longevity as exercising on most days of the week as long as the cumulative weekly amounts are equivalent. Standard Aerobic Exercise Recommendations The World Health Organization, the American College of Sports Medicine and the US Department of Health and Human Services all recommend exercising … [Read more...] about Anti-Aging: Weekend Warrior Works
Thermal Threshold
by Arnie Baker The human body is about 25 percent efficient. Said differently, roughly three-quarters of the energy used to power muscles is lost as heat. To avoid overheating, the body must get rid of this excess heat. As the body heats, more blood flows to the skin to improve heat loss. … [Read more...] about Thermal Threshold