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Archive for the General Articles Category

How to Make Your Own Logo T-Shirts At Home (for Your Local Cycling Club)

By Coach Levi on September 30, 2020   /   General Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: clothing

Want to do custom t-shirts in very small quantities without spending much money? Here’s how I made some DIY t-shirts many years ago. You can make your own at home, no need for fancy equipment! Cheap DIY Logo T-Shirts This guide will show you how to make

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The Best Gifts for Fit Moms and Endurance Athletes! (Just in Time for Mother’s Day 2022)

By Coach Levi on April 25, 2019   /   General Articles   /   2 Comments
Tags: affiliate, gift idea, gifts, shopping

Mother’s Day is a day to say thanks to your mom, for raising you, and thanks to all moms, because they do so much for the good of everyone! Mother’s Day 2019 is coming up on Sunday, May 12. That’s only three weeks away! It’s time to

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Ask Levi: What’s the Best Cartridge Razor?

By Coach Levi on August 6, 2018   /   General Articles   /   16 Comments
Tags: affiliate, leg shaving

Today’s question is about finding the best cartridge razor out there, both for best shave and best value… Which Cartridge Razor Gives the Best Shave at the Best Value? Hi Levi. You seem to know razors and shaving cream. I don’t want a DE razor. So, out

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Back-To-School Shopping For Endurance Athletes: 8 Products Your Kids Will Love

By Coach Levi on July 30, 2018   /   General Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: affiliate, gifts, shopping

You know how people hate having a birthday near Christmas, because then the two holidays get lumped together? Well, you know what’s just as bad? Having a birthday during “back to school” shopping season. Yep, my birthday presents were generally school clothes and a fresh pair of

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5 Halloween Costumes Perfect for Cyclists!

By Coach Levi on October 7, 2015   /   General Articles   /   2 Comments
Tags: affiliate, halloween, humor

It’s really tough to find a good Halloween costume you can wear while riding your bike. It can’t get caught in your chain, it has to fit under or over your helmet, and you have to be able to see out of it when in riding position.

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The 2022 Father’s Day Gift Guide (The Best Cycling Gifts for Dad!)

By Coach Levi on June 21, 2015   /   General Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: affiliate, gift idea, gifts, shopping

Not only is today Father’s Day, it’s also the first day of summer! So everyone should have a reason to celebrate! If that means presents, then here are some excellent Father’s Day gift ideas that are also perfectly timed for the summer! It’s great to have a

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Ask Levi: How to Deal With Bullying at School After Shaving My Legs?

By Coach Levi on December 12, 2013   /   General Articles   /   4 Comments
Tags: leg shaving

Today’s question is from a high school boy who shaved his legs for swimming, and things aren’t going so well now… Ethan writes: I have a leg hair issue. I shaved my leg hair for swimming bcuz it apparently makes us swim better. Ppl are now making

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‘Twas Two Weeks Before Black Friday

By Coach Levi on November 16, 2013   /   General Articles   /   1 Comment
Tags: nashbar, poetry

As of this morning, I almost have my Christmas shopping done for one person. But hey, it’s not even Black Friday yet. So instead of actually doing any shopping, I’m going to procrastinate even more by writing a poem.   A Visit from St. Nashbar by Coach

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How to List (and Sell) Your Old Gear On GearTrade.com

By Coach Levi on November 14, 2013   /   General Articles   /   Leave a comment

I love getting new gear, but there are two problems. First, it’s expensive! Second, I don’t have a whole lot of storage space, so if I’m getting new stuff, I’ll have to get rid of something older to make room! Ideally, getting rid of older gear can

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An Embarrassing But Necessary Guide to Yoga Clothes for Men

By Coach Levi on June 20, 2012   /   General Articles   /   10 Comments
Tags: affiliate, yoga

What do guys wear to yoga? I’m sure that question echoes through the minds of every man contemplating a yoga class. Typical yoga clothes are worse for men than skin-tight lycra. We’re used to dressing like fools on the bike, but not in a gym crowded with

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Ask Levi: Could a Tire Pump Force an Air Bubble Into My Bloodstream?

By Coach Levi on December 29, 2008   /   General Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: tire pump

Is it possible to force an air bubble into your bloodstream by spraying yourself with compressed air or using a tire pump? Here is the truth…

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Bicycles + Nude Women = Perfect College Dorm Room Poster

By Coach Levi on August 2, 2008   /   General Articles   /   Leave a comment
Tags: nude bicycle race

August is here and that means back to school for all collegiate racers. Still need the perfect poster for your dorm room? I have found it!

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Ask Levi: How to Dye Your Jeans

By Coach Levi on May 30, 2008   /   General Articles   /   11 Comments
Tags: affiliate

After discussing how to stop indigo jeans from fading, I must have developed quite a reputation! Perhaps I should give up on bicycling and chase my true calling in life of working for Levi’s Jeans?

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8 Great Bicycling Charities You’ve Never Heard Of

By Coach Levi on May 26, 2008   /   General Articles   /   10 Comments
Tags: charity

Want to help others? Want a tax write-off? Want to donate to a bicycle-related charity?

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How To Watch Workout DVDs On Your Computer

By Coach Levi on January 21, 2008   /   General Articles   /   1 Comment
Tags: dvd

Whenever I watch my workout DVDs, I’m usually tucked away in the corner of some room without a TV. That means that my laptop takes the place of a normal DVD player. If you are in the same situation, DO NOT use Windows Media Player. It is

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