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    Do you need a law to tell you not to stab someone to death?

    In a recent article Patrick Lefevere makes some interesting points about the residual problems associated with cycling and doping. As many know, the team manager for Quick-Step Floors manager… Read more “Do you need a law to tell you not to stab someone to death?”

    January 12, 2018 by secondratecyclist

    Focusing on the New Cycling Year (while riding in the cold or on a trainer)

    It is hard to the feel the vibrations. They are there. The new season vibrations are faint, but they are audible and tangible. With the Tour Down… Read more “Focusing on the New Cycling Year (while riding in the cold or on a trainer)”

    January 8, 2018 by secondratecyclist

    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.”

    September 29, 2017 by secondratecyclist

    A Cap?

    A recent Global Cycling News video brought up the subject of team cycling budget limitations capped by the UCI. Chris Froome said that it was a form… Read more “A Cap?”

    September 8, 2017September 8, 2017 by secondratecyclist

    13 Down in One Day: hurt feelings and madness at the Tour de France

    The carnage of Stage 9 will long be in memory. The rest day has come and gone. Two days of flat stages are on the agenda. For… Read more “13 Down in One Day: hurt feelings and madness at the Tour de France”

    July 11, 2017 by secondratecyclist

    Much Needed Insight for a Cycling Fan Who lives in America

    All my gadgets and whatchamacallits are set to give me feedback about professional cycling, tips, new-to-the-market stuff, and anything else related to that subject. As I have… Read more “Much Needed Insight for a Cycling Fan Who lives in America”

    May 10, 2017 by secondratecyclist

    A Cape with Stripes instead of an S

    It is no secret, if you have read this blog in the past. I have been on the fan wagon of Peter Sagan, since the kid burst… Read more “A Cape with Stripes instead of an S”

    March 15, 2017 by secondratecyclist

    Greg LeMond, crazy or crazy like a fox?

    The only American winner of the Tour de France, Greg LeMond is still full of fire. The fire might not be in his legs anymore, but he… Read more “Greg LeMond, crazy or crazy like a fox?”

    February 17, 2017February 20, 2017 by secondratecyclist

    How do You know You are Hydrated? Team Sky has No Idea.

    When working out in cold weather, you drink less. It happens. True, you do not need to drink as much when you are not sweating as much, but… Read more “How do You know You are Hydrated? Team Sky has No Idea.”

    February 9, 2017February 9, 2017 by secondratecyclist

    Kuurne Brussels Kuurne

    Early season racing is like hors d’oeuvres being served when you’re terribly hungry. Even if they’re not that good, they are so delicious . . . at… Read more “Kuurne Brussels Kuurne”

    March 3, 2016 by secondratecyclist

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