Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley My daughter Jamie is an assistant director/instructor for an outdoor science school for grade school students from all over California. Jamie and the rest of the staff teach lots of kids who’ve never been outside of cities, all about the flora and fauna of the Golden’s State’s wonderful redwood…
As the colder months approach, Saris has announced a significant price reduction on its entire lineup of indoor bike trainers. Saris trainers are now available at more affordable prices, so if price has been holding you back from considering a smart trainer, you might take a look at these new prices. (Regular trainers without smart…
By Sheri Rosenbaum The advantage of being retired is you avoid the weekend crowds when traveling and riding. A couple of weeks ago, I drove to Kalamazoo, Michigan, to check the Kal-Haven rails to trails off my ride list. This pristine trail stretches from the shores of Lake Michigan in South Haven, nearly 34 miles…
Zwift has introduced its new Zwift Racing Score—a ranking system aimed at making virtual racing more competitive, fair, and accessible. This update is set to match racers with others of similar ability, enhancing the experience for both newcomers and seasoned participants. Zwift Racing Score assigns each cyclist a numerical value between 0 and 1,000, reflecting…
QUESTION: I’ve been told that fitness progresses most effectively if you ride fast in a paceline. Is this psychological? It seems to me that 95% intensity for a given period would produce the same level of fitness regardless of whether it was attained in a paceline or solo. What’s your opinion? — Jane P.
