With the Tour de France starting on July 5th, I thought it would be nice to get into the racing mindset. This article is very well written and goes over the basics of a time trial.

Often dubbed the race of truth, the time trail is one of the purest disciplines in the world of cycling. Each rider against the clock, the time trail is a true test of fitness, technique and attitude. Depending upon the distance of the race, time trailing can offer something for everyone. In the UK at least, time trails are regularly held over set distances, usually 10, 25, 30, 50 and 100 miles as well as 12 and 24 hours. As roads have become a little more congested, hilly courses or less rounded distances on circuits, on quieter roads are also gaining in popularity. Read the rest of this entry »

Interval Training has long been recognized as one of the best components in a cycling training program to boost performance. It is effective if you are trying to improve your strength and speed, and to a certain extent endurance. Read the rest of this entry »

Alot of people don’t like to ride outside during the winter and colder months, so pick up an alternative exercise: spinning classes.  These classes use heart rate monitors to create the optimal fat burning, muscle gaining experience for all levels of cyclists. Read the rest of this entry »

The topic of spinning classes came up at our local health club a few days ago. During the course of a few minutes of very interesting conversation, one thing became clear. People either love indoor cycling, or they hate it! There seems to be very little middle ground. Read the rest of this entry »

Most people have busy life styles. So the main question is; how often should one ride to stay in shape? Read the rest of this entry »

If you’re a fan of spinning classes and indoor cycling, you no doubt appreciate the benefits of this non impact workout. Indoor cycling is an excellent cardiovascular workout that you can adapt to your fitness level. Further, these classes focus on eliminating stress via a fun, challenging environment. And yet, indoor cycling is not for everyone. Just like any exercise program, there are advantages and disadvantages. Let’s take a more in depth look at indoor cycling and examine the pros and cons of adding it to your workout regimen. Read the rest of this entry »

The Tour De France seems to capture the imagination of an increasing number every year and results in more and more fitness and health conscious folk dusting off their cycles and hitting the streets. For the enthusiast, expert or novice, there are a number of points to consider and act upon before embarking on your adventures. Ignorance is not bliss. Absorb all the advice you can get before heading off and having fun. Read the rest of this entry »

Solo rides are a great part of the cycling experience. Nothing beats cruising along and looking at the scenery, or attacking a climb at your own pace and intensity.

But riding with a small group can be even more fun. You cover ground faster, meet people, and experience the thrill of shared effort. Read the rest of this entry »

Most beginners to the sport of cycling assume that you just have to push hard down on the pedals in order to be effective, but they are misinformed. What results from this is what I like to call the “waddling duck,” pushing down side to side to move yourself forward. In fact, they only have about a quarter of the stroke perfected. Read the rest of this entry »

Cycling is full of prodigious numbers—the distances ridden, the calories consumed, the tires trashed. Another statistic that can seem astounding is the number of pedal strokes made. Read the rest of this entry »

New technology makes it easier than ever to ride; unfortunately that means longer time riding and farther distances to travel to get a good workout.

One day I realized that I didn’t have to use this new technology. I realized that I could get enough exercise without spending a lot of time riding and traveling miles and miles. This thought changed my riding style completely. Read the rest of this entry »

Thinking of trying out bicycle racing? Have century rides lost their allure and you’re looking for a new challenge? Participating in a local business park crit may be just what you’re looking for. Racing can provide an outlet for that competitive energy while providing a great focus for training, developing technical skills and a fun way to spend your free time. Read the rest of this entry »

Here are some hill climbing tips to improve your riding. Read the rest of this entry »

No athlete likes to be passed during a race. A natural reaction is speed up and attempt to keep pace with the person whose dust you are now eating, but in doing so you just got pulled out of your game and put into theirs. Most likely you have no idea of their performance potential, pacing, or strategy (if any). Read the rest of this entry »

The following are two easy, and quick ways, to roughly adjust your bike for better performance. Read the rest of this entry »