Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley My friend Rick sent in the following question about a car bike rack (below). As summer is rapidly approaching, which is when you might be traveling to ride somewhere new too, I offer a few tips for Rick that might help you safely transport your bikes as well:
By Brandon Bilyeu and Sheri Rosenbaum Cost: Skin Cooler Jersey Men/Women: $155/$148 400-MIle Bib Short: $255 How obtained: review sample from company Available: online Colors: Skin Cooler Jersey Men: White/Black Stripe, Entropy of Color, Camouflage (Graphite, Red, Royal ,Yellow Skin Cooler Jersey Women: Fern Frond, Retro Stripe, Black, Lava Rock Ying Yang, Newsprint, Retro Gingham,…
By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Moving about in the evening is associated with lower risk for heart disease and death in obese adults, compared to being physically active in the morning or afternoon (Diabetes Care, May 2024;47(5):890-897). Evening activity was associated with lower incidence of eye, kidney or nerve damage in those who were also diabetic…
Spinning a low gear on downhills is often recommended as a good way to develop a smooth stroke at high cadence. However, an alternate approach that can be even more effective is working on your spin while riding gentle climbs. When you get to a hill, choose a gear several teeth easier than you need…
By Rick Schultz Several issues ago I tested and reviewed the SPY+ Czar Sunglasses. Now that I have worn them on several bike rides (and car drives), here are a few things that stand out.
