Category Archives: TIps

Gift ideas

Posted on December 4, 2012 by

With the holidays approaching, we pulled together gift suggestions for all types of cyclists. A few highlights: See and be visibile in the city with Light and Motion light sets – we like their Urban 200/Vis 180 commuter combo (with rechargeable USB!) A coffee … Continue reading →

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Chris Bloome’s Training Update: My Legs Hurt

Posted on March 26, 2012 by

The last thre weeks have marked my transition from my “base” period, to my “build” period, which means I should be lowering my training volume and raising intensity. Since March 1st, I have spent 21 hours on the bike, ridden … Continue reading →

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Happy first day of spring! Get your bike road ready for the season.

Posted on March 20, 2012 by

Did you miss our road ready clinics? Have no fear. Below is the presentation from the evening. Included are a list of parts to check and maintenance tips for your bike before hitting the road this season. Did we miss something? Add in the … Continue reading →

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Ask the Coach: Cycling Q&A with Henoch Getz

Posted on March 2, 2012 by

This month begins the first in our series, “Ask the Coach”, where Coach Henoch answers your questions about cycling, fitness and training. Dear Coach: I have a question about pedal stroke. When I ride, is it more efficient to have … Continue reading →

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Racing to Spring: Rest Week and Heart Rate

Posted on February 21, 2012 by

My training has been going pretty well lately. I took last week as a rest week but no early season rest week is complete without a fitness test. Coach Henoch prescribed me a medium-long “Hard As I Can Go” time … Continue reading →

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On Bike Theft and Keeping Your Bicycle

Posted on February 15, 2012 by

You may have seen the Outside Magazine’s recent article on bike theft entitled “Who Pinched My Ride?” The story sought to find out where stolen bikes go via a GPS tracker attached to a poorly locked bike in NYC. I … Continue reading →

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Racing to spring: Training and measurement

Posted on January 23, 2012 by

I love this mild winter as much as the next guy, but for every 50 degree day I enjoy with laps in the park, I sense herds of other racers climbing Bear Mountain in their big ring. The joy of … Continue reading →

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Riding with your Dog

Posted on January 17, 2012 by

One of the questions we get asked semi-frequently is “I want to take my little dog with me on my bicycle.  Do you have any suggestions?”  This is tricky based on numerous factors including: type of doggy, type of bike, … Continue reading →

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There is no bad weather for cycling: What to wear for all seasons.

Posted on January 9, 2012 by

The winter season is upon us and only the savviest cyclists will remain on the road. Yet contrary to popular belief, there is no bad weather for a cyclist, just the wrong clothing. Don’t let colder weather discourage you from … Continue reading →

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Holiday gift ideas – for people who love bikes

Posted on December 7, 2011 by

Looking for gift ideas? Here are a few items that strike the fancy of our friends and family… > Hold this: Help the bike lover in your life get the tool (s)he needs to tinker and repair. A bike repair stand … Continue reading →

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