by Rick Schultz During bike fitting client interviews and evaluations, many questions come up. One category that always brings questions is cycling shoes. Are these good shoes? I just bought them. What’s the difference between my $90 shoes and your $550 Lake CX-402? Etc. The first and most important thing I cover when I answer questions like these is the sole of … [Read more...] about Road Cycling Shoes – A Short Primer
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Some of Our Favorite Cycling Vests
For fall and spring bicycling, layers are the name of the game. Cyclists might start out on a ride early in the morning where the temperatures are down in the low 40s, but it’s 70 degrees by the time they finish the ride a few hours later. Vests are one of the best options for cyclists during these changing conditions. They’re easy to zip and unzip to allow more airflow, … [Read more...] about Some of Our Favorite Cycling Vests
Potatoes Just as Effective as Energy Gels for Cyclists
by Lars Hundley We've heard it from Coach John Hughes many times that regular foods from the convenience store like Peppermint Patty and Fig Newtons have more carbs than energy bars and gels, and often taste better. A new scientific study in the Journal of Applied Physiology shows that regular potatoes are also just as effective as energy gels when it comes to cycling … [Read more...] about Potatoes Just as Effective as Energy Gels for Cyclists
Cartridge Bottom Bracket Checking and Maintenance
Tech Talk By Jim Langley This week’s Tech Talk is about modern bottom brackets, which employ sealed cartridge bearings. They’re a bit of a mystery to many roadies since there are no obvious adjustments to make. This week I’ll try to unravel the mystery so you know what you’re dealing with and how to care for them. Jay wrote: “I had a 9-year-old Race Face … [Read more...] about Cartridge Bottom Bracket Checking and Maintenance