Anyone who’s serious about cycling knows how addictive the sport can be. We’re always searching for longer, harder and more challenging rides. And then there’s triathlon, a new sort of challenge. It’s a natural transition really, but new to us. Why not thrown in some swimming and running, right? Triathlon training has proved to be extremely challenging. Jessica and…
As the outdoor cycling season come to an end here in Colorado, I’ve decided to set some goals for the next year. Looking back at 2014 I realize that I’ve already achieved so much more than I ever imagined. It’s been an incredible year of cycling, one that I will never forget. Before I get into…
The Obsessive Nature of Cycling is something every cyclist encounters, harder, faster, longer, when does it end? For me cycling started as a passion and has quickly turned into an obsession. These are powerful words and I don’t mean them in an unhealthy way, but cycling has become the biggest part of my life, something…
We can’t always get outside and ride our bikes around town. As we approach summer this may not seem as relevant, but sometimes a little indoor training adds some well needed variety. The Sufferfest Indoor Cycling Training Videos are an intense and entertaining way to spice up your indoor training. These videos feature a variety of professional…
This past weekend Jessica and I participated in the Elephant Rock, a century (100 mile) ride that started in Castle Rock, Colorado. We’ve spent months training for this event and wanted to make sure that we were able to recorded and collect data from the ride. Monitoring cycling data on a century ride isn’t an…
Social validation is the new foundation of any fitness regimen. Some might find it annoying, others might find it inspirational, but at the end of the day tracking your fitness makes it easy for you to see trends and measure your progress. Strava is the ultimate in social media for cycling, find how how this Strava cycling…
This past weekend Jared and I rode on our own. He rode the Santa Fe Century (tried to convince me to do it, but I was saving myself for the Elephant Rock) and I was riding solo. Naturally, I’m fine doing things alone and riding my bike felt no different. I figured I’d be fine….
Wahoo Fitness makes a plethora of devices and sensors for fitness enthusiasts. From a selection of heart rate monitors, to speed and cadence sensors for serious cyclists, Wahoo Fitness has more to offer than just a catchy name. Using the a smartphone as the center of the Wahoo universe, the various Wahoo (and even several third party) devices…
Terms like “carb up” or “carb loading” run rampant in cycling circles. Traditionally carbs were the preferred fuel source for cyclists. Today, however, more and more studies are discovering that carbohydrates are detrimental for overall heath and brain degradation. The exciting news is that there is an alternative fuel cyclists can use to power their…
You’re out there pedaling for hours at a time, working your ass off. You’ve earned some bragging rights! There are a handful of apps out there that can help you accomplish this. The Map My Ride iOS App has been around for a while and has continued to add new features over the years. It’s my…