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Archive for the Road Cycling Articles Category

Ask Levi: Proper Road Bike Position… Flat Back or Rounded Back?

By Coach Levi on June 11, 2011   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   2 Comments
Tags: riding position

Today’s question is about flat backs and road bike riding position…

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How To Clean Your Sunglasses Properly

By Coach Levi on June 8, 2011   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   4 Comments
Tags: affiliate, cleaning, hygiene, sunglasses

You may have spent $200 or more on your sunglasses, so you probably want to keep them clean. Here’s how to clean your sunglasses properly…

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Ask Levi: Shin Splints from Road Cycling?

By Coach Levi on May 23, 2011   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   6 Comments
Tags: shin splints

Today’s question is about how you could get shin splints from cycling rather than the more common culprit, running…

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Ask Levi: Do I Need to Scuff and Clean Tires Before Riding?

By Coach Levi on May 9, 2011   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: tires

Today’s question is about breaking in brand new bicycle tires before your first ride…

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5 Simple Bike Fit Tips You Can Change at Home

By Coach Levi on January 12, 2011   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   3 Comments
Tags: bike fit, bike fitting

Getting a professional bicycle fitting is extremely important if you’ll be putting in tons of miles. But if you’re just a casual cyclist getting started, you can get a good fit at home with these simple tips…

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Ask Levi: Numbness When Riding Rollers, But Just Fine Outside?

By Coach Levi on December 29, 2010   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: indoor cycling, indoor trainer, rollers, stationary trainer

Today’s question is about why you could get numbness while riding inside on rollers, even though it’s the same bike used outside without any problems…

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How to Do a Track Stand

By Coach Levi on December 22, 2010   /   Mountain Bike Skills, Road Cycling Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: balance, track stand

A very useful skill for both road and mountain bikers is the track stand. A track stand is when you balance the bicycle in place, keeping your feet on the pedals. Here is how to do it…

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Ask Levi: Can I Change My Road Bike’s Gears to MegaRange?

By Coach Levi on December 4, 2010   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: affiliate, gearing

Today’s question is about switching to a Mega Range cassette on a road bike…

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Ask Levi: What’s the Right Bike Tire for a Stationary Trainer?

By Coach Levi on December 1, 2010   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   3 Comments
Tags: affiliate, indoor trainer, stationary trainer

Today’s questions are about how to place your rear tire on rollers and stationary trainers…

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How to Look Behind You and Still Ride In a Straight Line

By Coach Levi on September 22, 2010   /   Cycling Skills, Road Cycling Articles   /   8 Comments
Tags: bike skills, skills

Beginning riders may have difficulty riding in a straight line, maintaining pace, and looking back (to check traffic, other racers, etc.) at the same time. Here are some tips to do it…

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How to Stretch While Riding

By Coach Levi on September 13, 2010   /   Cycling Skills, Road Cycling Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: stretching

Sometimes your body seizes up when hunched over for hours on end, and some stretches make you feel a ton better. I don’t like to stop and lose my rhythm, so I do a few light stretches while still rolling along…

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5 Universal Hand Signals For Group Bike Rides

By Coach Levi on September 4, 2010   /   Cycling Skills, Road Cycling Articles   /   1 Comment
Tags: group ride

Most riders know that they should learn how to ride in a paceline before joining a group ride, but is that all? Nope. There is at least one other thing you should know – hand signals…

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Ask Levi: How Much Mileage Do I Need Before a Century?

By Coach Levi on August 11, 2010   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: century, mileage

Today’s question is about how often and how many miles you need to ride to train for a century or other bike ride…

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Ask Levi: “What’s Your Favorite Bike Repair Stand That Costs Less Than $200?”

By Coach Levi on June 20, 2010   /   Road Cycling Articles   /   1 Comment
Tags: affiliate, bike repair

Today’s question is about choosing a bike repair stand that costs under $200….

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5 Rules to Riding a Paceline

By Coach Levi on June 16, 2010   /   Cycling Skills, Road Cycling Articles   /   2 Comments
Tags: drafting, paceline

While a flowing paceline looks like a lot of fun, you can’t just jump in and go for it. Riding in a paceline successfully requires multiple skills and constant alertness. Here’s how to get ready…

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