Monthly Archives: February 2012

Review : iBike iSport Cycling Power Meter. Setup and Use.

Part 2 of the iBike iSport Review. Part 1 is here. Set up. Setting the iBike iSport up is done in two parts. Setting the unit itself up and mounting it to the bike. Lets look at setting the unit … Continue reading

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Gruppo Frazionato #3

Some bits and pieces from around the net. The Bicycle Network of Victoria put up some very scary footage of a cyclist hitting a car. Helmet cam as witness – Bicycle Network Victoria. Howard and Meyer take out a 6 … Continue reading

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A Sunday Ride.

Sleeping in. I love doing it, but I also love going out for an early morning pedal. Last Sunday I set off a bit later than normal, but the sun was still low in the sky and the air was … Continue reading

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Ever Wondered Why They Call It a Track Stand?

Wonder no more. Michael Huebner versus Claudio Golinelli in 1990.

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Best Cycling Photo Ever!

Well, for me anyway.   Farrah Fawcett in high heels riding no hands. 15 year old me would have passed out.   Thanks to grantw for the link.   If you find a terrific cycling photo, send me a link.

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Closing in on 1000W

Since I have had that bloody power meter, there comes a time every ride where I give it all I have and see what sort of wattage my muppet legs can generate. First ride out it was 812 watts. Then … Continue reading

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Friday Video

It isn’t just the competitors that have trouble climbing at the cyclocross races. Have a great weekend.

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Review : iBike iSport Cycling Power Meter. The Purchase.

Power meters for cycling are something I didn’t know a lot about. All I knew was that the crank and hub based systems were mega expensive, and certainly not something I could justify buying. Then a few weeks back, I … Continue reading

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Contador's 312kg Calf.

The Court of Arbitration for Sports’ finding is floating around on the net and is pretty easy to get a hold of. One part that really tickled my fancy was this excerpt. You know things aren’t going well when your … Continue reading

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Cipo's vs Darren's.

I am developing a tan line around the tops of my legs where my knicks end. Luckily, I wear a couple of different brands, so the line isn’t a perfect line of bronze against alabaster. I mix and match my … Continue reading

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