By Greg Conderacci Many years ago, when tires were much more delicate than they are today, riders mounted “flint flickers” – little wires to keep small stones and pieces of glass from sticking and causing flats. … [Read more...] about Quick Tip: Make a Zip Tie “Flint Flicker”
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Take Advantage Of The Second Glycogen Window To Bicycle Better
By Kevin Kolodziejski Two months ago, a conviction of mine enkindled this column. That while benefits of bicycling abound, you and I really do so for the same reason: to feel good, to feel bad — to magically cram three weeks’ worth of ups and downs in three hours of exercise. … [Read more...] about Take Advantage Of The Second Glycogen Window To Bicycle Better
Smith Optics Shift MAG Sunglasses Review
By Sheri Rosenbaum Hot! Fast and simple to swap out lenses without leaving fingerprints ChromaPop lens enhances contrast and natural color making details pop Comes standard with one clear lens and one ChromaPop™ lens Slight wrap and wide unobstructed field of vision Vent at brow line helps with airflow and reduces fogging Large lenses provide … [Read more...] about Smith Optics Shift MAG Sunglasses Review
Finish Line’s Bicycle Clean & Lube Line-Up
Jim’s Tech Talk By Jim Langley In the official west coast office of RoadBikeRider, I go through my share of lubes and cleaners. So I was happy to receive a care package from Finish Line to replenish my dwindling supply. I’ve used products from the brand whose logo is the checkered flag for years - and they only make quality stuff. … [Read more...] about Finish Line’s Bicycle Clean & Lube Line-Up
14 Training Rules for Older Riders
By Coach John Hughes 1. Experiment of one We’re each an experiment of one, i.e., your training should reflect your personal goals, riding history, current fitness, weekly and monthly schedules, etc. – not a cookie cutter program you’ve read some where. I’m recommending these training rules in response to a reader’s question. You can adapt these rules for your own … [Read more...] about 14 Training Rules for Older Riders