Category: training

Senior Olympic Training Update

Balancing Act Riding with cyclists who are much faster & stronger than me has balanced my ego. On days I feel inadequate I'm reminded of how far I've come in getting stronger, and when I stray too far toward bravado, I note who I'm riding with and the pain they could dial-up! Have I improved? Absolutely. Even … Continue reading Senior Olympic Training Update

I Am KOM!

Well, wonders never cease. I got my first Strava KOM! Take a look... Show Off? Yeah, sure, I'm proud of the accomplishment but it's not why I ride, or try to get faster, or even track myself on Strava. So why am I posting this KOM? To flaunt it? No. To brag? Not really. To … Continue reading I Am KOM!

Cold Weather Cycling: Jacket

Out With The Old I purchased my first winter jacket some 30 years ago, and since it still worked like a champ, I've used it ever since. At club rides, I stood out like a sore thumb which sparked a teasing frenzy from my younger compadres... "Nice jacket, old man! When are you going to join … Continue reading Cold Weather Cycling: Jacket

Cold Weather Cycling: Footwear

Hope everyone had a great Christmas! I know I did. I even got some miles in, but that was when temps were around 40-45°. Today, a cold front has most of America in the teens while here in Tennessee it's in the low 30's. Back in the day, I would have braved the chill and … Continue reading Cold Weather Cycling: Footwear

Cycling In Winter Can Make You Faster

First off, HAPPY THANKSGIVING! I hope that wherever you are, even if you're not in the States celebrating our holiday, that you are surrounded by loving family & friends. Oh, and that you consume lots of carbs & protein!! Cold Weather Confession   Okay, I'll fess up: I hate being cold. If I had a … Continue reading Cycling In Winter Can Make You Faster