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USA Cycling Unveils 2013 US Pro XCT Calendar

Posted on December 10, 2012 by aa

National cross country mountain bike series grows to nine rounds Elite cross country mountain bikers will have more opportunities to race in the US national mountain bike series in 2013. USA Cycling unveiled a schedule featuring nine rounds in seven … Continue reading →

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New 29er MTB Build

Posted on December 9, 2012 by aa

I have ridden and raced a 29er mountain bike for the past two seasons. When I finally made the decision to move to a 29er, I knew it would be quite the expense to build. Sure, some parts will swap … Continue reading →

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Wildcat 100 MTB Race (NUE#3)

Posted on December 3, 2012 by aa

Wildcat Epic Events is excited to present the Annual Wildcat 100 MTB Race May 11th, 2013 in the picturesque Shawangunk Mountains Between the villages of Gardiner, New Paltz and Rosendale, NY. This year Wildcat Epic Events excited to announce that the … Continue reading →

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National Ultra Endurance (NUE) Series Adds Three Events

Posted on December 1, 2012 by aa

2013 calendar released Heading into its seventh year, the Kenda National Ultra Endurance (NUE) Series is adding three events to its schedule for 2013, including stops in New York, Southern Utah and South Dakota. Organizers also changed the rules for … Continue reading →

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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 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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Vuelta ZeroLite Comp Wheelset

Posted on November 3, 2012 by aa

During the summer, I found myself in the need for a new wheelset for my Jamis Ventura Elite road bike. The factory wheels that were on the bike had several thousand mile on them since 2006. They held up solid … 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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National Interscholastic Cycling Association adds 3 new mountain-biking leagues

Posted on September 30, 2012 by aa

This mountain-biking thing may finally catch on. The National Interscholastic Cycling Association recently announced the formation of three new high-school mountain-biking leagues, bringing its total to 10 leagues in nine states. (California has northern and southern divisions). The new programs … 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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