May 2006 - Posts

A word about the benefits of cycling...

Every once in awhile, I find it’s nice to browse through the collection of photographs that Linda and I have taken since we’ve met. Mostly, they’re pictures of vacations we’ve taken, you know - camping trips, weekend getaways to a motel or cabin – or Read More...
Posted 19-05-2006 12:36 by cheeseflavor | 0 Comments  
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Cycling Techniques - Strength Training for the Cyclist, Part 1

Today's entry, taken from an excellent series found on a UK site (thanks!) is Part One on Weight Training for the Cyclist. Over this last winter, I spent a good deal of effort in leg strengthening and trunk strength in an effort to improve my speed and Read More...
Posted 17-05-2006 03:53 by cheeseflavor | 0 Comments  
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Cycling Techniques - Hill climbing!

Today, I'll be starting a series on cycling technique. Today's entry, taken from an excellent series found on a UK site (thanks!) is on Hill Climbing Technique. Techniques for Hill Climbing When cycling you will invariably encounter a hill, or mountain, Read More...

Fast or Fun?

When you ride, do you ride for speed or pleasure? Or are they one and the same for you? When I first started riding a couple of years ago, speed wasn't a problem. Because I couldn't go fast, I didn't know how much fun it was to go fast. Riding slow was Read More...