Category Archives: cycling

The Original BMX Movie – RAD

Posted on November 29, 2012 by aa
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Interval Bike Workouts for Power & Endurance

Posted on November 23, 2012 by aa

This Is Gonna Hurt Intervals. The very word triggers groans of dread from even the most training-obsessed cyclists. But these short, misery-inducing efforts offer a huge fitness return for a comparatively small time investment. Even 20- to 30-second micro-intervals have … Continue reading →

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How To Trigger A Traffic Signal On Your Bike

Posted on September 28, 2012 by aa

Ever wonder what to do when you come to a stop light and there are no cars around to get the light to change? Here’s a nice video on how to trigger a traffic light on your bike.

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A Little Bit More Rudy Project

Posted on June 27, 2012 by aa

What Is Rudy Project? In 1985 Rudy Barbazza created Rudy Project in Treviso Italy with a firm conviction to improve the performance of athletes all over the world. A love of progress, a passion for style and a keen eye … Continue reading →

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Recovery – A crucial component for success | Hammer Nutrition

Posted on June 24, 2012 by aa

Training causes physical stress and depletion. Recovery is when adaptation to that stress occurs; it involves improvements not only in muscle performance, but also in glycogen storage. Hard training followed by timely, adequate nutritional replenishment increases your glycogen storage, as … Continue reading →

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Rudy Project Rydon II Sport Sunglasses

Posted on May 22, 2012 by aa

The Rydon II Sport sunglasses from Rudy Project are a stylish lightweight design that is great for cycling, running or just casual wear. Rudy Project has re-engineered their Rydon profile with a smaller eye shape for reduced geometric wraparound. Loaded with all … Continue reading →

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Training for my first dualthons, it’s now “crunch time”

Posted on April 17, 2012 by aa

With less than two weeks left before my first duathlon race, it’s now “crunch time” for training. I’ve always been athletic, but as far as running goes, it’s been several years since I had run for fitness. So, when cyclocross … Continue reading →

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Ride the National Bike Challenge

Posted on April 16, 2012 by aa

The National Bike Challenge – May through August 2012 The National Bike Challenge is an opportunity to challenge yourself to ride more often.  Record your rides, and add up the miles you’ve ridden, the calories you’ve burned, and the gas money … Continue reading →

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Review: Rudy Project WindMax Helmet

Posted on April 16, 2012 by aa

An incredibly light and easy to wear helmet It’s been nearly 5 months since my Rudy Project WindMax helmet arrived at my door. As I said in my original post (Rudy Project WindMax Helmet at First Glance) I started to … Continue reading →

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Specialized Body Geometry Riva Saddle: My best bike upgrade to date

Posted on April 11, 2012 by aa

Back in the fall I purchased a Specialized Phenom Body Geometry saddle from my local bike shop, Plaine and Son. I put it on my mountain bike to see if the Body Geometry saddles do what Specialized claims. After using … Continue reading →

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