Tag Archives: cyclocross

NYCROSS.com Uncle Sam Cyclocross Gran Prix Day 1

Posted on October 12, 2013 by aa

First cyclocross race without my cyclocross bike was today. While my finger continues to heal, I built up a fully rigid 29er to continue racing cyclocross. Why a mountain bike? Well, being unable to bend or use my finger, I … Continue reading →

Posted in cyclocross | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in cyclocross | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

‘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 →

Posted in mtb | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in bicycle | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in mtb | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in cyclocross | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

How To: Five Tips To Get Ready For Cross Season

Posted on September 6, 2013 by aa

Cyclocross racers are the triple threats of the bike racing world. You need fitness, skills, and a well-tuned bike. If just one piece is out of place, the whole game plan can come unraveled. To help assure that doesn’t happen, … Continue reading →

Posted in cyclocross | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

2014 Fuji Cross 1.5 Cyclocross Bike

Posted on September 4, 2013 by aa

As cyclocross season begins and the 2014 bikes start to show up on company websites, I have found an incredible “most bang for the buck” cyclocross bike…the Fuji Cross 1.5. Starting with an aluminum frame and carbon fiber fork, the … Continue reading →

Posted in cyclocross | Tagged , , , , , , | 2 Comments

NYCROSS.com Thursday Night Lights CX

Posted on August 30, 2013 by aa

Cyclocross season is officially underway with last night’s Thursday Night Lights cyclocross race. Well, cyclocross of sorts. Take out the barriers and run-ups and you have a cyclocross grass crit. And that is what this NYCROSS.com series is. It is a … Continue reading →

Posted in cyclocross | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

ProGold Degreaser+Wash…easy cleaning

Posted on August 22, 2013 by aa

If you get lazy about cleaning your bike…like I do, then you need this…Pro Gold Degreaser+Wash. Spray on, wait 5 minutes, wipe clean. It really is that easy. Thanks Bruce ProGold Bikes! http://bikes.progoldmfr.com/products/?product=degreaser — with ProGold Bikes.

Posted in cyclocross, mtb | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment