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Commuting Tips

Commuting on your bike is a great way to get fit, save money and the environment, and build strength. If you’re currently commuting or have been thinking about starting, here are some basic items to consider. The most important item is to make sure your bike is in tip top shape. Check your bike for safety or go to your local bike shop and have them check over your bike (many shops will check your… »
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Pregnancy… To cycle or not to cycle?

I’ve been working on the challenge of cycling while pregnant for about 6 months now. In the beginning, I did some reading; I talked to my doctor, and determined I would continue cycling throughout my pregnancy, no problem. And then pregnancy set in… Before I knew I was pregnant, I was training to dabble in the road racing game this season. I found out I was expecting and then my belly started to… »
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Riding in a Group

I have had a lot of questions about how to ride in a group. Let me start off by saying that I used to be really scared about riding in a group. I didn’t have a hard time riding together with a few friends, but the idea of riding very close to 100 people really scared me. Of course now that it’s been 25 years, I guess I’m not so scared anymore, and I actually like being in a group because it is… »
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Mom's Questions

I thought it would be a good idea to have a bit of a Question and Answer session with none other than my Mom. My Mom has ridden bikes for about 10 years now off and on. She started because of a knee injury and has gone from pure beginner to what I’d call an intermediate rider. She has done the AIDS ride from San Francisco to L.A twice and has also done her fair share of mountain biking at her beloved… »
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It’s a New Year… Foster Your Cycling Passions

The weather is crisp and clear here in California. With proper attire, the cycling is beautiful. The turn of a new year prompts us all to forget the pitfalls of the past year, and embrace promising endeavors for the future. Cycling goals are the fun resolutions to make. What will you choose this year? Maybe to start cycling, commuting, maybe complete a century, dabble your feet in the racing game,… »
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Seasonal Fitness

The weather outside is certainly frightful. As the sun sinks into a sky dense with pastel pink and grey, the temperature begins to drop from teens to single digits – not the kind of weather that inspires outdoor activity. Come April, I will be pedaling over mountains in Bhutan and have no choice to find ways to stay fit. Come hell or high water (or snow and freezing temps, as is my case) self-discipline… »
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