Jacques Anquetil – The legend of “Anq”
Jacques Anquetil was born on January 8, 1934. He was the pre-eminent stage race and time trial rider of his day, and was the first to win five victories in the Tour de France. Anquetil...
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Productive Cycling Energy Systems 2022
Cycling Energy Systems for different training zones in the body Cycling Energy systems control all of our activity on the bike. Understanding all cycling energy systems in the body, will help you to focus your...
Consistent Effective Weekly cycling Training Schedule 2022
Weekly cycling Training Schedule The Weekly cycling training schedule is quite consistent throughout the year although the Macro Cycles will vary the emphasis, depending on the training period. One important thing to keep in...
heart rate zones – How does training affect them ?
Heart Rate Zones Heart Rate zones can be used effectively to improve your speed, fitness and body composition with a heart rate monitor. Over time you will produce more power in each zone. See the...
Road bike groupsets – Do top end groupsets make a difference?
Road bike groupsets from Campagnolo Road bike groupsets are made up of components that make you stop and go — that is, the drivetrain, shifters and the brakes. Many companies build bike components, however the market is dominated by three...
Expensive bicycle – Do you need an expensive bicycle?
Expensive bicycle – do you need an expensive bicycle. No. No one needs an expensive bicycle. An expensive bicycle is a luxury. I mean let’s get real, after all it is a bicycle. Nowadays,...
Training Serious Cyclists
Training Serious Cyclists Training serious cyclists does not mean simply riding hard until you get in shape. If all you do is ride hard all the time, you will not get in shape. You...
Cycling clothes care
Cycling clothes care Cycling clothes care begins immediately after use. Wearing clean cycling garments for each ride is critical to the prevention of cycling related saddle sores and other skin irritations. To ensure longevity...
Replace Bicycle Chain
Replace bicycle chain Replace bicycle chain when the wear has reached a point where the sprockets will begin to be worn down by continued use. The most dependable method of determining wear is by...
Adjusting rear derailleur
Adjusting rear derailleur Adjusting rear derailleur on a bicycle requires very subtle adjustments to correct indexing. It is imperative that you do this properly to ensure the correct function of the bicycle drivetrain. The...
