On riding hills... In April, I sold my home of 20+ years. It's now August and the past four months have been challenging to say the least. We went into contract with three of the four houses that we wanted to purchase in North Merrick, a Long Island community nearly...
Cycling at SUNY Old Westbury
Cycling at SUNY Old Westbury Does anyone like hills? I'm sure there are people out there who like them but I'm not a huge fan. I don't mind them. I will push through them but they really aren't my issue. My issue on the bike - starting out. I clip...
Zealios Betwixt Skin Lubricant
Zealios Betwixt Skin Lubricant Have you ever had saddle sores? If not, it's no fun. And, if you have had that experience, you know that it is painful and holds you back on your training. My first year of triathlon training, I got the sores. No one ever told me...
Cycling at Cedar Creek Park in Wantagh, NY
Cycling at Cedar Creek Park in Wantagh, NY I struggle with the bike. Whenever I get on the bike or just about to ride the bike, I have panic attack. I get through it by not letting it get to me. I stand there waiting to clip in. Waiting. Then,...
First Impressions of the Infinity Seat by Nicole Thomas
First Impressions of the Infinity Seat by Nicole Thomas We have only three contact points with the bike: handle bars, pedals, and seat, with the seat supporting almost all of our weight. So, having a saddle that’s comfortable is essential. Finding a comfortable saddle can also be the most frustrating...
First Time on the Bike After Being on the Trainer all Winter…
First Time on the Bike After Being on the Trainer all Winter... My first time on the bike after being on the trainer all winter is rough. For starters, I stand for a long while on my bike ready to go and yet, something stops me. I stand there. All...
Want to Get Faster on the Bike?
Want to get faster on the bike? The Time-Crunched Cyclist from Chris Carmichael and CTS reveals the fastest way to get fit for bike racing, century rides, gravel grinders, cyclocross, Gran Fondos, and ultraendurance mountain bike events. With elite cycling coach Chris Carmichael’s innovative, time-saving approach, busy cyclists will develop...
It’s Indoor Training Time!
It's Indoor Training Time Thank God for the CompuTrainer! If I had to use my old indoor trainer, I would be going nuts at this point. When I jump on my CompuTrainer, my smart indoor trainer, I either ride Atlantic City real life course or I use the 3D courses. Those...
Power Meter Training Benefits by David Wilson
Power Meter Training Benefits by David Wilson Power meters allow you to see and record exactly how much power you expend on the bike – and power is simply fundamental to cycling performance. The ability to see and record your power allows for unprecedented insight into your fitness. When used properly,...
Cycling in the Hudson Valley
When I signed up for the Hudson Valley ride, I didn't realize what I was getting myself into. I knew that all my teammates didn't want to do it for some reason or another but I couldn't understand why. After taking this little ride, I understand why! I rode it...