April 26, 2018 PDF version for Premium Members is here. By Lars Hundley Are you shopping for a new bike saddle after last week's newsletter? I think a lot of readers must be, based on how many clicks we got to readers' most comfortable bike saddle choices. I personally learned about several new saddles that make me want to get out my wallet. I was inspired to continue … [Read more...] about Newsletter Issue No. 807
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New Research: Fruit Beats Sports Drinks for Exercisers
Fruit Beats Sports Drinks for Exercisers By Gabe Mirkin, M.D. Many studies show that you can exercise longer and more intensely and recover faster when you take a source of sugar during vigorous exercise. dozens of brands of sports drinks are promoted to fill this need, but a new study from Appalachian State University shows that a banana appears to offer superior results, … [Read more...] about New Research: Fruit Beats Sports Drinks for Exercisers
Follow-up on Campy Super Record 12-Speed, Premier Bike’s $135 Ultra Optimized Chain
Jim’s Tech Talk Thanks readers for your thoughtful comments regarding our article on Campagnolo’s new 12-speed groups, Record and Super Record. Most of you are excited about 12-speed and it’s nice to read that a couple of you are ready to upgrade. While I was at the Sea Otter Classic this past Sunday, I was able to snap a quick photo of the group in Campy’s booth. … [Read more...] about Follow-up on Campy Super Record 12-Speed, Premier Bike’s $135 Ultra Optimized Chain
Advice for 72 Year Old Attempting to Break 100K, 100-Mile, 6-Hour, 200K, 200-Mile, 12-Hour and 24-Hour Records in One Go
By Coach John Hughes Last week a longtime friend of mine, Gerry Eddlemon, wrote to me asking my advice on training and tapering for several record attempts. My advice about the right combination of endurance and intensity training and then tapering properly applies to any event, even if it isn’t a race or record attempt. Gerry wrote: I hope to beat my existing World … [Read more...] about Advice for 72 Year Old Attempting to Break 100K, 100-Mile, 6-Hour, 200K, 200-Mile, 12-Hour and 24-Hour Records in One Go