By Coach John Hughes Riders 50 years and older are the fastest growing segment of the cycling community. Here are several reasons among others. Long-time exercisers such as former runners, triathletes and others are switching to cycling because it’s easier on aging muscles and joints.Around 50 the physical signs of aging become more apparent. Wrinkles start to appear, … [Read more...] about Anti-Aging: 7 Myths about Training
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Bicycle Carbon Steerer Tubes and Safety
By Rick Schultz I am a bike fitter as well as a Shimano S-TEC certified mechanic, so, in addition to bike fits, I often get asked things like whether I can assemble a bike before the fit, put on a new stem, adjust bad shifting, etc. You get the idea -- full time bike fitting makes you a full time mechanic. I see so much damage to carbon forks that it is almost a … [Read more...] about Bicycle Carbon Steerer Tubes and Safety
Park Tool’s Tour-de-Force DAG-3 All-New Derailleur Hanger Alignment Gauge: Quick Review
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley Price: $116.95 Source: https://www.parktool.com/product/derailleur-hanger-alignment-gauge-dag-3 Availability: This is brand new - Park says it will be in stock soon How acquired: Sample from the company Is their less expensive DAG-2.2 still available? Yes. It sells for $79.95 I couldn’t have been more surprised when I opened … [Read more...] about Park Tool’s Tour-de-Force DAG-3 All-New Derailleur Hanger Alignment Gauge: Quick Review
Getting UP! For a Great Season on the Bike
By Greg Conderacci Maybe you’ve bought all the hottest new gear, spent the winter on Zwift, kicked in your high intensity interval training program, and registered for all the big rides and races. Or maybe not. … [Read more...] about Getting UP! For a Great Season on the Bike
Endura Hummvee Waterproof Sock II – Quick Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Endura Price: $49.99 Colors: Forest Green, Black, Rust Red Sizes: S/M (5.5-9), L/XL (9.5-13) Available: Online, retail How Obtained: Company Sample RBR Advertiser: No … [Read more...] about Endura Hummvee Waterproof Sock II – Quick Review