Many years ago, I was a police officer. Small for my size at 5’7″, I could not do anything about the height. I went for the bulk.… Read more “Weight Loss and the Bicycle”
Tag: Bicycle
Vague Climbing Articles are Confusing at Best
When I began to ride a bicycle seriously, I avoided hills like . . . well, a guy who hated hills. I wanted to be better, but… Read more “Vague Climbing Articles are Confusing at Best”
Help? To speak or not to speak . . . cycling’s learning curve
Recently I was asked to join a slower group. In the rotation of my training days, it was a low-zone day, so I jumped on. On a… Read more “Help? To speak or not to speak . . . cycling’s learning curve”
The Amazing Sortir, IX
A traveler can see a lot of a little or a little of a lot. I stated this before, and when on holiday or any trip for… Read more “The Amazing Sortir, IX”
Trapped in a “Cycling Friendly” Area
Traveling in the summer to various conferences, mine and my wife’s, it provides me a great opportunity to ride my bike in different areas and various group… Read more “Trapped in a “Cycling Friendly” Area”
Bow Legged and Nasty with a Personal Touch: try getting that on the Internet!
When it comes to cycling, Internet shopping becomes a secondary playground. Some local bike shop owners have even told me that when it comes to particular items… Read more “Bow Legged and Nasty with a Personal Touch: try getting that on the Internet!”
In the Lab. The Washing Machine of Cycling Advice. And What Works.
When you ride a bicycle for an extended period of time (depending on your end goal), there is a desire to improve. How is the question. Whether… Read more “In the Lab. The Washing Machine of Cycling Advice. And What Works.”
Riding, Spinning, Training, or What?
We all get into a rut. Week after week, on the same days, we do the same kind of ride (almost without conscience thought) and feel pretty… Read more “Riding, Spinning, Training, or What?”
Need a Reason?
I really don’t need one. My cycling is like some people’s consumption of alcohol. I’ll cycle if the day of the week ends in Y. Cold? Sure.… Read more “Need a Reason?”
Le Chemin d’être Fatigué
Hooking up with riders of like skill (and better than you) is a great way to have accountability. There are days when you need to ride alone.… Read more “Le Chemin d’être Fatigué”
