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Cycling in Low and High Humidity

By Coach John Hughes I live in Colorado and the forecast high is 90F (32.2 C) with 17 percent humidity. Colorado is high desert and Denver’s annual total precipitation from rain and snow is 14.3 inches. On days like today we say, “At least it’s a dry heat.”  And in the winter when it’s in the teens, “At least it’s a dry cold.” … [Read more...] about Cycling in Low and High Humidity

Quick Tip: From Sitting to Standing on a Bike

If you watch closely during pro cycling coverage, you'll often see the pros make a smart little move each time they go from standing to sitting. Keep an eye on almost any rider. He won't just plop onto the saddle. He'll extend his arms as he sits, pushing the bike forward to put the saddle under his butt. Voila! Nearly a foot of free road. … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: From Sitting to Standing on a Bike

Orange Mud Transition Wrap Quick Review

By Sheri Rosenbaum I recently found a great product that made me ask, “Why didn’t I think of that?” Orange Mud’s Transition Wraps solve two problems. First it is a wrap that cinches at your waist so you can change discreetly after a ride, run or swim. Second, it zips at one end and hangs from the headrest to protect the car seat from dirt and sweat. … [Read more...] about Orange Mud Transition Wrap Quick Review

Thousand Chapter MIPS Commuter Bike Helmet Review

By Sheri Rosenbaum https://www.explorethousand.com/ I’ll be totally honest, I never heard of Thousand prior to them contacting RBR to review their new Chapter bicycle helmet. In addition, I’ve never worn a commuter style helmet. Checking their web site, I come to find out they named the company “Thousand” as a commitment and goal of helping to save 1000 lives by … [Read more...] about Thousand Chapter MIPS Commuter Bike Helmet Review

Which Gearing for This Steel Touring Bike?

Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Last week, a roadie named Daniel, who just got a magnificent vintage-style steel Bottecchia (photo) wrote with a question that caused me to do a double-take. I started banging out a reply and then hit the delete key and sent something completely different. … [Read more...] about Which Gearing for This Steel Touring Bike?

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