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General Cycling Info

In the Hurtbox, and Why it Doesn't Matter.

Here I go again. Last time I posted an article about something not mattering, I had the Velominati Glitteratti tear me a new one and every Tom, Dick and Fred telling me my orange bar tape was an abomination not … Continue reading

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Cycling Books – Your Recommendations.

Recently, I got a Kindle. What a terrific little device. I didn’t know a great deal about eBook readers, but this was an offer too good to refuse. Since owning it, I have been reading quite a lot more than … Continue reading

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The Rules and Why They Don't Matter

There are two sets of rules that are talked about commonly in cycling circles. The first, everyone should know and follow. They are road rules. This post isn’t about road rules, it is about “The Rules”, as posted at Velominati, … Continue reading

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GreenEDGE Liège-Bastogne-Liège Backstage Pass

<iframe width=”600″ height=”335″ src=”http://www.youtube.com/embed/0dBfubmcGCE?rel=0″ frameborder=”0″ allowfullscreen></iframe>   I will grab any others as I see them.

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A Win is a Win

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Trek's Valveless Wheels

Now appearing on all Trek bikes. Well, if you look at the web site, that’s the impression I get. Check it out. The new Domane. 🙂

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New Strava Challenge for May – Nuun Twice the Tour

Now this one is a challenge that is beyond me. Ride twice the distance of the Tour of California in May. While some cyclists are gearing up for the AMGEN Tour of California, put yourself to the physical and hydration … Continue reading

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A Mullet in the Wind.

Just check this little bloke out. There is a little bit of Cav and a little Archbold in him. He goes ok for a 6 year old. Check out the cadence. Turn the sound down, it is pretty windy.

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Cycling Podcasts – What You Should Be Listening To.

I am a bit of a fan of cycling Podcasts. Since I have gotten back into cycling, I have listened to quite a few. Some great, others, well, not the best. I started out listening to Flammecast (itunes link), but … Continue reading

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Friday Video

A very powerful and well made short film made for a competition leading up to the Olympic Games in London. From the YouTube description… BOY,’ written by British Airways Great Britons winner Prasanna Puwanarajah is a moving short film starring … Continue reading

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