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Video: A Glimpse At Some Of The Trails I Train On

Posted on October 6, 2013 by aa

I’m fortunate enough to have trails pretty much at my door. In less than 1/2 mile from my house I can be on trails that will give me a 35-40 mile round trip mountain bike ride. Over the summer I … Continue reading →

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JAMIS Nova Sport: Another Outstanding Entry Level ‘Cross Bike

Posted on October 4, 2013 by aa

Over the barriers, through the mud, to the podium we go. On a Supernova of course. The carbon fiber Team and Elite versions of this perennial CX winner are guaranteed to have you reigning in the wet and muddy stuff. … Continue reading →

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7 Ways to Trick Yourself Full

Posted on October 1, 2013 by aa

Breakfast was two Krispy Kreme strawberry-filled doughnuts. I needed something quick, so I downed the pastries in my car on the way to work. Feeling full and high on sugar, I tackled my inbox with gusto. But by 10 a.m., … Continue reading →

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‘Cross Season Is Cut Short

Posted on September 28, 2013 by aa

As I have previously posted, I wasn’t really sure if cyclocross racing was going to part of my fall cycling. While my finger is healing from a ruptured tendon (mallet finger), I decided to go against doctor’s orders and race … Continue reading →

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Ultra-Endurance/MTB Marathons in 2014

Posted on September 27, 2013 by aa

While it’s still early in the 2013/14 cyclocross season, I have already started to look ahead and start planning my 2014 mountain bike schedule. After just making a list of races that I would like to do, it’s clear that … Continue reading →

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SuperB Bike Tools 2 in 1 Master Link Pliers – The Trident

Posted on September 25, 2013 by aa

Here is a tool that I found and is absolutely invaluable. The Super B 2 in 1 Master Link Pliers. Using a connector link or Missing Link on your chain is great for taking the off and on the bike. … Continue reading →

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Adirondack Rail Trail, Act Now!

Posted on September 20, 2013 by aa

The moment of truth has arrived for the Adirondack Rail Trail. The time to act is now. The state of New York has undertaken a review of its management plan for the 119-mile Remsen-Lake Placid travel corridor to determine the best use … Continue reading →

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New: Peanut Butter Hammer Gel

Posted on September 20, 2013 by aa

Hammer Nutrition introduced a new Hammer Gel flavor at Interbike…Peanut Butter. As I am someone who likes everything peanut butter, I’m looking forward to trying it. Hammer Gel offers rock-solid energy, is made with wholesome ingredients, is economical and is … Continue reading →

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Breck Epic Announces 2014 Dates

Posted on September 12, 2013 by aa

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Breckenridge, CO – September 9, 2013 – Organizers of the Breck Epic MTB Stage Race (Powered by SRAM) are pleased to announce 2014 dates for the popular 6-day mountain bike stage race. Slated for August 10-15, the event … Continue reading →

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Cyclocross Season Starts This Weekend, Well…Maybe

Posted on September 11, 2013 by aa

After a solid mountain bike season that finished with a very strong win in the NYS MTB Series Finale, it is now time to switch gears to cyclocross season. Or is it? Back in July, I incurred an injury to … Continue reading →

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