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Conditioning & Stretching
I've purchased numerous sets of weights over the years, only to donate them to charity. Now, I've found the perfect solution
to incorporating strength training into my lifestyle. It's a $4 vinyl stretch band that I can take anywhere.
Lactate threshold testing helps cyclists train smarter.
Nutrition
The supermarket can be a toxic waste land mine which makes getting proper nutrition and counting calories tricky.
Biking helps you eat more without the guilt.
Cyclists with food issues must do extra planning to keep touring.
Include healthy eating along with your exercise routine
Purchasing Equipment
Buying a quality used bike may be a better bargain for those on a budget than purchasing
a cheap department store bike with shiny paint but flimsy parts.
Shopping for a new bike can be fun but confusing. Advanced planning can make the experience go more smoothly.
Each year shoppers stress out about what to buy others for Christmas. The solution: buy gifts of life in the form
of bicycle-related items.
A reliable pump is worth the extra expense.
Make sure you pass the "test" before purchasing a tandem.
Hand-built wheels are more expensive but worth the price.
When upgrading, make sure new fork is compatible.
Bike Repairs & Maintenance
Cyclists can enhance their riding enjoyment if they know how to do a few basic minor repairs.
Good chain maintenance can prolong the life of your bike chain.
Bike Touring
Touring the San Juan Islands by bicycle can be a memorable experience if one is prepared with
adequate physical conditioning, quality gear and well-laid out plans for lodging.
Cycling these two islands will give you an appreciation for the diversity of the San Juan Islands.
The best way to see the annual Tulip Festival in Skagit County, Wash., is by bike.
Don't hang up your bike just because it's fall. It's one of the best times of year for cycling.
Check out bike friendliness of your travel desination.
Know bicycle laws and ride with confidence.
Being inattentive is the leading cause of accidents.
Picturesque cycling route includes British Columbia, and northern parts of Idaho and Washington.
Go prepared for your touring trip, and you'll have more fun.
Big island of Hawaii offers solitude, adventures for cyclists.
Book Reviews
I love to eat. This book tells you how to make good food choices that will both satisfy and fill you up.
This guide can help you plan your trip and make it more enjoyable.
This Puget Sound guidebook can be useful in planning a cycling trip to this popular area.
Americans consume too many calories eating take-out or restaurant food. This guide will assist you in making healthier choices.
Wellness/Fitness
Most exercises seem like a chore to me, which is why I've never been able to sustain a workout program.
That was until I discovered bicycling, a fun activity that doesn't seem like working out.
Employers that commit to a company wellness program save $3 for every $1 spent.
Get information, help from tandem riders before getting started.
Area reduces urban blight and provides nearly terrain for outdoor enthusiasts.
Create a positive workplace with team-building activities.
Biking helps hyper individuals stay more focused.
Cross Training
Try cross-training to vary your workout, challenge different muscles and avoid boredom.
Extend the bike season with cyclocross riding.
Consider a mountain bike or cyclocross bike with wider tires for winter riding.
Sport provides great upper-body conditioning.
Get a much-needed break from always being in touch by riding your mountain bike.
Product Reviews
Each year shoppers stress out about what to buy others for Christmas. The solution: buy gifts of life in the
form of bicycle-related items.
Races, Charity Rides, & Other Events
Learn more about cycling by participating in races, club rides and charity events.
Find out what events and races are scheduled for 2010.
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