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General Cycling Info

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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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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A Cool Cool Video from Garmin

I have no concept of what it would be like to ride in these conditions, but it is a very cool video from Garmin. Click on it and watch it in HD and full screen. It really is very, very … Continue reading

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Power Meters. An Introduction.

Watts. Apparently the pros pump out 400 watts for an hour. It certainly gives you some perspective when you start to use a power meter to see how few watts your scrawny legs are generating. This from todays effort. For … Continue reading

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The Non Pro Cycling Climbing Index. Finalised!

Phew, after much tinkering, the N.P.C.C.I. is finally ready to go. As you can see above, there are a couple of options to click. The first one is the N.P.C.C.I. Calculator. Dump your Strava details in there and it will … Continue reading

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