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These days purchasing a new bike that fits your needs and budget can be quite a challenge. So many brands and models exist, different geometries, various components groups, etc,. Add to that all the ever changing technology, wheel choices, and most importantly, making sure the bike fits you properly, and you’ve got a buying experience that can be very complicated.
Read MoreWorking with thousands of athletes of all levels of experience has revealed one trait they have in common: those that show the most improvement are the ones that regularly use performance testing to track their progress. Most cyclists are familiar with using a power meter to track their output when riding, however, both testing and tracking are necessary elements to help athletes improve, reach goals and enjoy their sport more.
Read MoreOver the many years of coaching both cyclists and triathletes of all levels, I’ve often tried to identify what makes certain athletes successful and others not. Of course, the definition of success ultimately has to be defined by the athletes themselves. What may be defined as a success by one athlete may be a complete failure by another.
Read MoreWhen trying to improve in cycling, it’s usually not one major thing that makes an athlete better but a lot of little things. The athletes that pay attention to detail and look for new training techniques to experiment with are the ones that are successful. Riding a fixed gear (not to be confused with a single speed) or track bike for the road as a regular part of your winter training program can have enormous benefits. Let’s talk about some of the advantages, what to expect on your first ride, and then I’ll give you some tips as to how to put one together.
Read MoreSome of you may have seen a commercial on television from an investment company that poses a question like “….what can a hula hoop teach us about investing…”. I want to take a page out their book and ask a similar question, “What can the stock market teach us about cycling training and competition?” One answer, of course is to make a fortune on Wall Street, quit your job, retire, and train all the time. Unfortunately, although that may be the answer for some, it is not feasible for most of us.
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