Tag Archives: biking

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 do I brew the perfect cup of coffee?

Posted on November 6, 2012 by aa

I know that this isn’t really cycling related, but brewing a great cup of coffee just might be as important as good bike maintenance. To make the perfect cup of coffee requires more than just great beans, it is a … Continue reading →

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Bermuda Mountain Biking

Posted on October 29, 2012 by aa

Mountain bike racing in Bermuda is a winter sport. The racing season generally runs from November to March and comprises a 8-10 race series…The Latter Day Rain Water Service MTB Series, and a season end Championship race to determine the Bermuda … Continue reading →

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How to Safely Mountain Bike at Night

Posted on October 21, 2012 by aa

The Expert: Mark Hendershot (Santa Cruz Syndicate) is a man of many talents: organic farmer, floor-covering expert, pedicab business owner. But where the 44-year-old Grand Rapids, Michigan, native truly excels is on the racecourse–especially the 24-hour kind. Over the past … Continue reading →

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Uncle Sam Cyclocross Gran Prix

Posted on October 16, 2012 by aa

My favorite ‘cross race has come and gone. This was the two day Uncle Sam Cyclocross Gran Prix. Two days of racing on a challenging and fun course in Troy, NY’s Prospect Park. The event is part of the NYCROSS.com … Continue reading →

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Saranac Brewery Collaborates With Denver Beer Company to Brew an Innovative Beer With Several Local Ties

Posted on October 4, 2012 by aa

Continental Collide to be released during the Great American Beer Festival Denver, CO – America’s oldest craft brewery, the F.X. Matt Brewery of Utica, N.Y., brewer of Saranac beer, and Denver Beer Company of Denver, C.O., have teamed up to create Continental … 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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The Top 10 – The Biggest Mistakes Endurance Athletes Make

Posted on August 5, 2012 by aa

Article is from Hammer Nutrition’s Essential Knowledge There are obviously more than ten mistakes that an athlete can make—and in this latest incarnation of this article, you’ll notice I’ve included an “honorable mention”— but those listed represent the most common … Continue reading →

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Battenkill Time Trial

Posted on July 22, 2012 by aa

Today I raced the Battenkill Time Trial. I don’t race a lot of road races, but I do like time trials. I guess it’s probably because the races are relatively short and you push yourself to your limits over the … Continue reading →

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Adirondack Cyclocross

Posted on July 12, 2012 by aa

Mark Your Calendars! The Adirondack Velo Club’s Adirondack CX cyclocross race is coming! Sunday, September 23, 2012 at the Johnstown High School, Johnstown, NY. EASY ACCESS from the NYS Thruway (I-90) – Within 1 hour drive of Utica, Cooperstown, Cobleskill, Albany, … Continue reading →

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