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Learning from the Pros: Pacing to “Ration Your Matches”

By Coach John Hughes Rationing Your Matches Last week I described how the pros ration matches, a technique that can benefit all roadies from commuters to racers and everybody in between. It may not be noticeable on TV, but each racer carefully monitors the amount of effort he or she is putting out. At the start of a race, a smart pro imagines that he or she has a book of … [Read more...] about Learning from the Pros: Pacing to “Ration Your Matches”

More Road Tubeless Tire Tricks and Rim Strip Talk

Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley As a follow up to last week’s edition where we looked at slow leaks and flat tires caused by rim strips - and solutions - I wanted to provide two additional tubeless tricks that can come in handy. Plus, I’ll share a few of the interesting comments that came in. If you missed last week’s issue, here’s a link to catch up: Slow Leaks? … [Read more...] about More Road Tubeless Tire Tricks and Rim Strip Talk

Sportful Hot Pack Ultralight Cycling Vest Review

By Sheri Rosenbaum https://www.sportful.com/ii/men/tops/protection/p/110185918P-002 Hot! Packs down into its own pocket to about the size of 2 gel packs Windproof and water-resistant Light weight - only 47 grams Elastic armholes for added comfort Breathable with vents at upper back and mesh side panels Reflective trim … [Read more...] about Sportful Hot Pack Ultralight Cycling Vest Review

Bicycle Chain Lube Product Comparison Review

By Rick Schultz, MBA, DBA       Squirt Long Lasting Dry Lube www.squirtlube.com MSRP: 120ml (4oz) $14.00 Source: Websites, Amazon How Obtained: Manufacturer's sample. Summary: A thinner (liquid wax-based) formula that lasts 200 miles and doesn’t attract sand, dirt and grit. HOT! Goes on quickly and easily, apply like you would regular … [Read more...] about Bicycle Chain Lube Product Comparison Review

A Bicycle is for Grieving

By Stan Purdum My father died in 2013 while I was on a six-day bicycle ride with Adventure Cycling on the Blue Ridge Parkway. I got the call from my brother Scott the evening of the third day, after a challenging ride that included several long climbs and ended with a glorious and breathtaking 14-mile downhill plunge. The news wasn’t really a surprise, because Dad had … [Read more...] about A Bicycle is for Grieving

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