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Source: http://cycleseven.org/uneconomic-cycling-in-exmoor-a-week-on-the-roads-less-travelled-part-one

Uneconomic cycling in Exmoor ? a week on the roads less travelled (Part one)

OK, so you're going for a ride. How far? How fast? Your call, but to some extent out of your hands. Blame the weather, the hills, your lack of training. But how direct? Just A to B? Round trip? Stopping off on the way, stopping as little as possible, stopping to smell the roses? Here's [...]

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Amgen Tour, Stage 4, Chris Horner?s Climbing Clinic

Team RadioShack?s Chris Horner schooled the peloton at the Tour of California on how to power up the summit on Sierra Road at the end of the 82-mile (132-kilometer) stage from Livermore to San Jose, with a burst of power that must have left heads shaking in disbelief. While everyone was convinced that Levi [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/amgen-tour-stage-4-chris-horner%e2%80%99s-climbing-clinic/

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/rast-within-inches-of-podium-at-paris-roubaix/

Walk in the sun

Each to their own right? �Today is my birthday. �I saw it coming, as you do, and I couldn’t think of any better way to enjoy my day than to go ride my bike. �I realise this wouldn’t float everyone’s boat, but it does mine. �Especially when the sun is shining and it turns out [...]

Source: http://www.thecyclingmayor.com/walk-in-the-sun

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Rast Within Inches of Podium at Paris-Roubaix

Beautiful blue skies, unseasonably warm shirt-sleeve temperatures, knowledge crowds thickly lining the roads, hard to see how it could get much better for the 109th running of the 258-kilometer (160 mile) Hell of the North. It?s been named that mostly because of the 27 cobbled sectors (51.5 kms) that the riders bounce over on [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/kloden-horner-finish-one-two-in-basque-tour/

Kl�den, Horner Finish One, Two In Basque Tour

Team RadioShack?s Andreas Kl�den (GER) and Chris Horner (USA) finished off a great week of racing in warm and sunny Spain with powerful time trial performances that set them at the top of the general classification after the concluding 6th stage of the Tour of Basque Country today. Kl�den fell just shy of winning [...]

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H is for Hungary - Eating London A to Z Video Post

Peter, an unlikely-looking gastronome was a knowledgeable, enthusiastic and generous guide into Hungarian cuisine. H is for Hungary: an A to Z of World Foods of London from Alastair Humphreys on Vimeo.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/typepad/thehungrycyclist/~3/miqnxChkd_Q/h-is-for-hungary-eating-london-a-to-z-video-post.html

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In his own words: An epic ride recounted

If you missed my Aug. 25 blog post about Jeremy Shlachter?s epic ride in the grueling Paris-Brest-Paris endurance event, you can read all about it in Jeremy?s own words. Jeremy, a friend, neighbor and Fort Worth bike builder, wrote the … Continue reading →

Source: http://jimsbikeblog.wordpress.com/2012/03/17/in-his-own-words-an-epic-ride-recounted/

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Thursday 29 March 2012

From ?the Fort? to Weatherford ? an epic ride in 1887

Today, a bicycle ride from Fort Worth to Weatherford, about 30 miles to the west, would hardly be worth a newspaper story. Members of the local randonneuring club ? those elite cyclists who might ride 300 miles in a single … Continue reading →

Source: http://jimsbikeblog.wordpress.com/2012/02/07/5181/

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/kloden-leads-the-gc-after-stage-2-in-vuelta-al-pais-vasco-2011/

Andreas Kl�den Out of the Tour

And then there were 5! After just a few minutes of pedaling into today?s Stage 13, Team RadioShack?s Andreas Kl�den was forced to abandon his Tour effort this year succumbing to numerous injuries from several bad crashes. With numerous bruises and bad scrapes the most serious injury was Andreas? back, which caused him severe [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/andreas-kloden-out-of-the-tour/

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One nice clean bottle

Source: http://amrcycling.blogspot.com/2012/01/one-nice-clean-bottle.html

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TIM JOHNSON'S 2012 RIDE ON WASHINGTON RAISES NEARLY $100,000 FOR BIKES BELONG FOUNDATION

Riders Pedaled 535 Miles through Seven States; More than 100 Supporters Joined Ride to Capitol Hill

Source: http://www.roadmagazine.net/content.php?itemid=6742

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Kloden Leads the GC after Stage 2 in Vuelta al Pa�s Vasco 2011

Stage 2 and another day in the mountains. The good news? Well at least the weather?s good!
With 45 kms to ride the peloton was following a breakaway group, descending a sweeping, wide and sun-flooded road from Berastegi. The boys of Garmin-Cervelo had the front and were enjoying the pace setting. The breakaway, including Moinard (BMC) [...]

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More Wall Photos

As I wrote last week, walls have always fascinated me. It boggles my mind to imagine how many walls I've leaned my bike against. And the closer I get to a wall, the better I like the view. The photo above is from a temple in Luang Probang, Laos. I gazed up at this wall long enough to put a crick in my neck that lasted for days.

Many walls can look mundane from a distance. Their beauty is revealed only upon closer inspection. As in this wall in Colombia.

Or this one in Venezuela.

But there is always an exception. This photo reveals a not-so-spectacular wall of green. That is, until you step back.

When we rounded a corner in Madrid, the green wall literally took our breath away. The building to the left is CaixaForum, a post-modern art gallery.

The green wall is an art installation by French botanist Patrick Blanc secured to the wall of an adjacent building. A garden hanging in the air in one of the largest cities in Europe.

As much as I like walls. This is the only wall I've wanted to visit on a daily basis. I miss this wall. I want one in my city. And I promise not to lean my bike against it.

Photos: Laos, Colombia, Venezuela, Spain by Willie Weir

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SIGHTS AND SOUNDS appears on Friday afternoons. Willie Weir is a columnist for Adventure Cyclist magazine. His latest book Travels with Willie: Adventure Cyclist will inspire you to hit the road and just might change the way you approach bicycle travel. He lives in Seattle with his wife Kat. You can read about their local adventures and life without a car at http://YellowTentAdventures.com/.

Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/03/more-wall-photos.html

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S�bastien Rosseler Wins Three-Day Race of De Panne-Koksijde

Press Release, 31st March 2011: Team RadioShack?s S�bastien Rosseler powered to the victory in the second part of the third stage of the Three-Day Race of De Panne-Koksijde (Belgium), an individual time trial in De Panne over 14.7km/9.2mi. The Belgian rider completed the course in 18:31:83 with an average speed of 47.6 k/h. [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/sebastien-rosseler-wins-three-day-race-of-de-panne-koksijde/

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Poll: Who Should the Team Ride for in Tour de France 2011

Team Radioshack have just announced their line-up for the upcoming Tour de France, and there are no big surprises. Just a roster with very strong riders and several race favorites.
Who should the team ride for as leader in the General Classification?
Cast your vote here:
http://www.teamradioshack.us/polls/poll-who-should-be-team-leader-in-tour-de-france-2011/

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/poll-who-should-the-team-ride-for-in-tour-de-france-2011/

Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/03/very-large-pannier-arkel-gt-54-grand.html

A Very Large Pannier: Arkel GT-54 Grand Touring Rear

Today I want to talk about our hugest pannier. The GT-54 sports a removable tube for carrying your sleeping pad and tent poles, as well as a convertible fanny pack. The outside organizational pockets make it easy for you to locate whatever it is you're looking for, be it toothpaste or tea, and the full length zipper gives you total access to all your gear. There's also an integrated waterproof liner.

To be fair, 3300 cubic inches may be a bit more space than some of us need for a rear pannier. When might such a large pannier be a good idea? Some folks find they like these panniers when they're riding a tandem and have less luggage space on their rear rack than they need for two people. Others take the GT-54's on a really long journey. Some people just like to bring a lot of stuff with them, and want extra space in case they find something neat! And there's always the off chance you'll want to stick a baby inside for easy transport. $399/pair, baby not included.

Photo of Adventure Cycling's Elliot Corbin by Amy Corbin.

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SHIPPING NEWS is brought to you by Sarah Raz, sales representative/outreach coordinator/lover of all things outdoors. She also wishes Eddy Merckx was her father (sorry Dad!)

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10 Christmas gifts for a cyclist under �50.00

Christmas is finally upon us so if you have a cyclist in your life what better to spend less than �50.00 on them and it?s got to be better than a pair of socks. Order quickly before the load crashes our post office delivery services. God forbid that a flake of snow lands on streets. There are 10 gift ideas to choose from that I should imagine any cyclist would be please to open Christmas morning. Have a Merry Christmas, remember do not ride and drink :-)

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cyclingchatcouk/~3/lKb2k4fmJuc/

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Chris Horner out of Tour de France 2011

Chris Horner appears to have broken his nose and suffered a concussion with the nasty crash on stage 7 of the TDF that separated the main field about 37 mi from the finish. A concussion is a “jarring” of the brain caused by head trauma with the severity often being related to the time of [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/chris-horner-out-of-tour-de-france-2011/

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Kl�den 3rd Horner 4th After Day One of Basque Tour

Team RadioShack?s Andreas Kl�den (GER) continuing to display exceptional form this season came in 3rd today with ?The Shack?s? Christopher Horner (USA) close behind in today?s 150-kilometer mountainous first stage of the Vuelta Ciclista al Pa�s Vasco, Tour of the Basque Country in Northeast Spain. This first of 6 stages was deemed by some [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/kloden-3rd-horner-4th-after-day-one-of-basque-tour/

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/team-radioshack-in-franco-belge-and-binche/

Wednesday 28 March 2012

SealSkinz Gloves Review

SealSkinz sent me two pairs of gloves to review. Ultra Grip Gloves Gloves – �30 Riding a time trial bike at this time of the years means grippy gloves are a must. Otherwise your hands slide all over the place. I was keen to test these ultra grippy gloves because they looked warm and grippy. [...]

Source: http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/4385/products/seal-skins-gloves-review/

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Beppu National Japanese Road Champion

Team Radioshack’s Japanese rider Fumiyuki Beppu has just won the Japanese Pro Road Championships in Hachimantai, Japan, just two weeks after winning the Japanese Time Trial Championships This is the second time that Beppu wins this title. First time was in 2006 where he also won the Time Trial Championships.
This year Beppu participated in Giro [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/beppu-national-japanese-road-champion/

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Team RadioShack in Franco-Belge and Binche

The Team line-up for the next races:
Circuit Franco-Belge (Belgium) 29/9-2/10/11
Riders: Sam Bewley, Ben Hermans, Michal Kwiatkowski, Geoffroy Lequatre, Robbie McEwen, Gregory Rast, Jesse Sergent & Evgeniy Shalunov
Director: Dirk Demol
Binche-Tournai-Binche (Belgium) 04/10/11
Riders: Manuel Cardoso, Ben Hermans, Robert Hunter, Michal Kwiatkowski, Geoffroy Lequatre, Robbie McEwen, Jesse Sergent & Evgeniy Shalunov
Director: Dirk Demol

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Best Saddle Bags

A review of different saddle bags, I’ve used over the years. I started this year hoping I might get a few time trial and hill climb�records. So far the only record is for punctures, now standing at 8 in as many days. The last two were very silly. I was mending a new puncture, but [...]

Source: http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/4401/products/best-saddle-bags/

Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/03/very-large-pannier-arkel-gt-54-grand.html

Is your college campus bicycle friendly?

Picking up the NCAA March Madness theme, the League of American Bicyclists has announced the latest additions to its list of Bicycle Friendly Universities.The League added 5 colleges each to the Silver and Bronze rankings, raising the number of bike friendly campuses to 35 in 21 states. Another 6 campuses were given an Honorable Mention.The new additions are ...

Source: http://www.bikingbis.com/blog/_archives/2012/3/28/5024648.html

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Here comes the Ride?

I?m getting married in 6 months time. This is quite a surprise to me, as after being proposed to at Christmas I was expecting to get married next April or May perhaps. Instead, last week, I bid for a wedding package on an auction through Heart FM and, rather amazingly, I won! This means that [...]

Source: http://magazine.bikeradar.com/2012/03/19/here-comes-the-ride/

cycling trips

Wall Photos

Long before Facebook, I've taken and posted "wall photos." Maybe it is due to fact that I am more likely to be cycling at 7-10 mph than at a 20-25 mph clip. You notice walls at casual pace.

Their lines. Their textures. The way the light plays with them.

Walls make excellent photo subjects. They stand still. They never tire. And they don't even mind if you lean your bicycle against them while you find just the right angle.

Photos: Colombia, Portugal, Turkey, Cuba by Willie Weir

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SIGHTS AND SOUNDS appears on Friday afternoons. Willie Weir is a columnist for Adventure Cyclist magazine. His latest book Travels with Willie: Adventure Cyclist will inspire you to hit the road and just might change the way you approach bicycle travel. He lives in Seattle with his wife Kat. You can read about their local adventures and life without a car at http://YellowTentAdventures.com/.

Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/03/wall-photos.html

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A Very Large Pannier: Arkel GT-54 Grand Touring Rear

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STAGE 17 RACING ANNOUNCES INAUGURAL 2012 CYCLING TEAM

America West Natural Hazard Disclosures to serve as team’s co-title sponsor

Source: http://www.roadmagazine.net/content.php?itemid=6726

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INAUGURAL Criterium biCYCLE Races Set for Buellton on Saturday, March 31, 2012 from 7:00AM-4:30PM

Free to Spectators; Public Welcome—More Than $15,000 in Cash & Prizes to be Awarded

Source: http://www.roadmagazine.net/content.php?itemid=6721

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The Yellow Peril

It wouldn’t be unfair to say that Harry Blackwood is a MAMIL. And he’s proud of it. He’s been shopping?someone tell him to step away from the internet. IT was only a handful of keystrokes but I knew as soon as I?d finished typing that it had all gone too far. Had I really typed [...]

Source: http://magazine.bikeradar.com/2012/01/06/the-yellow-peril/

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Tuesday 27 March 2012

Tubulars for Time Trials

For time trials there is a trade off between speed and puncture resistance. If you choose a tyre with greater puncture resistance you will tend to get a) heavier tub b) higher rolling resistance. In an ideal world, you would change your tubulars depending on conditions. For a dry day on a nice smooth dual [...]

Source: http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/4405/cycling/tubulars-for-time-trials/

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The Hungry Cyclist Podcast - July 2011 - I is for Iran

Choosing a restaurant fro I in our alphabetical culinary quest was not easy. There were of course plenty of calls for India, a strong shout went out for Israel and with the current Nordic trend in cuisine many thought we...

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Kl�den 3rd Horner 4th After Day One of Basque Tour

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/kloden-3rd-horner-4th-after-day-one-of-basque-tour/

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Levi Comments: Radioshack?s Leader in Tour de France

There has been plenty of speculation in the media and among fans regarding which Team Radioshack rider will lead the team in it’s efforts in the upcoming Tour de France. Even though Lance Armstrong is no longer riding professionally, the team still have several profiles who would fit the bill.
In an recent poll on this [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/levi-comments-radioshacks-leader-in-tour-de-france/

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Best Saddle Bags

Source: http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/4401/products/best-saddle-bags/

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?A ride for the rest of us?

Source: http://jimsbikeblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/21/a-ride-for-the-rest-of-us/

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Thrice the Fun! Team Radioshack in May 2011

Thrice the Fun! Team Radioshack done proud at Amgen Tour of California, Giro d?Italia, and US Cycling Professional Road Race National Championship
It?s been quite a month for the riders of Team Radioshack (RSH), quite a month indeed! No lie, plenty of racing to be had, and the Shackers showed up big time and done [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/thrice-the-fun-team-radioshack-in-may-2011/

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/team-radioshack%e2%80%99s-sophomore-season-plenty-of-reason-for-excitement-in-2011/

How?s that for a thank-you?

There?s rich irony in the efforts by members of Congress to eliminate federal funding for bicycle trails and other amenities for cyclists: It was, after all, cyclists who literally paved the way for the age of the automobile. In the … Continue reading →

Source: http://jimsbikeblog.wordpress.com/2012/02/09/hows-that-for-a-thank-you/

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White Flag

Sometimes, it would appear, the Verve have a point, and the drugs don’t work. �Today would be one of those days. �I suppose I could have decided to stay in bed and not ride at all, but to be honest that didn’t even occur to me. �Yet more proof that I’m not normal, no doubt. [...]

Source: http://www.thecyclingmayor.com/white-flag

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Bespoke spokes ? the sequel.

For our forthcoming feature on custom-built bikes, our newest recruit ? tech writer Robin Wilmott ? has been tasked with choosing himself a Lynskey. This, he admits, isn’t bad as first assignments go? Peter from Lynskey’s UK importers Hotlines sums up my dilemma rather nicely ? he reckons that choosing a Lynskey is like picking [...]

Source: http://magazine.bikeradar.com/2012/02/28/bespoke-spokes-the-sequel/

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Am I too late?

Source: http://amrcycling.blogspot.com/2012/02/am-i-too-late.html

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Best Saddle Bags

Source: http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/4401/products/best-saddle-bags/

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Monday 26 March 2012

Team RadioShack?s Sophomore Season: Plenty of Reason for Excitement in 2011

The racing?s well underway in the 2011 ProTour season, and it?s clear that Team RadioShack (TRS) means to make its mark during its sophomore campaign. With the team?s well-known founder, Lance Armstrong, announcing his retirement after this year, and already concluding participation in international races for the season, there?s plenty of opportunity for the [...]

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Rugby and cricket collide for the Dallaglio Flintoff Cycle Slam!

Source: http://magazine.bikeradar.com/2012/03/02/rugby-and-cricket-collide-for-the-dallaglio-flintoff-cycle-slam/

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Kl�den Takes Stage & Overall Lead in Paris-Nice

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/kloden-takes-stage-overall-lead-in-paris-nice/

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Spanish Cycling Trianing Camp Hoilday

Team Costa Blanca Spanish Cycling Trianing Camp Hoildays

Team Costa Blanca has been running training holidays since 2001 and is a family run cycling holiday business. Based in the Marina Alta Mountains, this area is known as having the very best training roads in Europe, it is no wonder why Pro teams train here including

Radio Shack/Leopard

Katusha

Quickstep/Omega pharma

Team Sky

Alberto Contador's Saxobank

Garmin/Cervelo

Andy Shcleck's Leopard

Not that I am dropping names of course :-)

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cyclingchatcouk/~3/leZuzxgmiJQ/

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High Sticking

The young men in the photo above are stick dancers (pauliteiros in Portuguese). Kat and I saw them perform in the city of Coimbra in Northern Portugal. They perform a dance, dan�a dos paulitos, accompanied by a small band which you can hear in the audio clip. This type of dance has many relatives throughout the world (here are video clips from France , England, Spain, and India). There is just something about the rhythmic clacking of sticks that screams street festival.

Stick Dancers-Coimbra

Why do the young men have smiles on their faces? Because I'm not in their troupe. This type of dance requires a combination of rhythm and hand-eye coordination that is not in my genetic code. This was well documented in my career in little league where I never managed to get a hit.

If I were to attempt this dance, there would be much yelling and cursing from my fellow dancers, as my stick connected with flesh rather than wood. My partner would be the one with swollen knuckles and bandages on his head.

There is slightly less pain in the world because I took up bicycle touring, rather than stick dancing.

You can read about our bike journey in Northern Portugal in this month's edition of Adventure Cyclist magazine.

Photos: Portugal -- 2010 by Willie Weir

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SIGHTS AND SOUNDS appears on Friday afternoons. Willie Weir is a columnist for Adventure Cyclist magazine. His latest book Travels with Willie: Adventure Cyclist will inspire you to hit the road and just might change the way you approach bicycle travel. He lives in Seattle with his wife Kat. You can read about their local adventures and life without a car at http://YellowTentAdventures.com/.

Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/03/high-sticking.html

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If there is a Will... there is a possibility

Source: http://amrcycling.blogspot.com/2012/01/if-there-is-will-there-is-possibility.html

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Brick by Brick: Building Bicycle Travel

I write to you from the intact half of our building. Adventure Cycling Association has 32 employees, two work study students, and a myriad of people who are constantly visiting our headquarters -- just lounging and enjoying ice cream or seeking help and information. Currently all of that is happening in a mere two-thirds of the space that we used to occupy. Why, you might ask, do we have people working in storage closets, hallways, and among stacks of boxes that store everything from copies of the March Adventure Cyclist to our new favorite product, the Da Brim?

Adventure Cycling is growing! Half of our old building here in Missoula, Montana, is off limits to staff and visitors as builders work tirelessly to remove the old asbestos insulation, bring the energy efficiency up to the standards of the day, and most importantly -- add another 1, 400 square feet in the form of a brand-new second story. With the addition, our offices will reach 6,600 square feet, making more room for people and programs. We hope to add an additional 10 to 14 staff members over time.

Now before we start accepting applications, we have to first complete our building project. This is a big undertaking for any nonprofit, but we know that in the long run the extra space will mean we can provide new and improved services for our members and the cycling community as a whole. This is the point where you come in (no, not as the newest member of our cartography staff, not yet anyhow). We are offering our dedicated and supportive members an opportunity to become a part of the future of Adventure Cycling?s headquarters. If you donate today, your name can be featured on our new building for the entirety of our organization?s life here.

Wouldn't it be fun to show your children/grandchildren/parents/friends your name on the wall of this bicycle mecca when you cycle through Adventure Cycling?s headquarters on your ride across America? We anticipate greeting thousands of cyclists this summer and each and every one of them can pose for a photo next to their name on our donor wall. Consider making a gift to our building in exchange for an indelible mark on the wall of our future home.

I look forward to seeing you all this summer. Don?t forget to put July 6th on your calendars -- the day of our building open house block party. Thanks all, and keep on pedaling!

Photo by Greg Siple.

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ALEX CAMPBELL is the development assistant for Adventure Cycling Association.

Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/03/brick-by-brick-building-bicycle-travel.html

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March Training and Cycling

In the past few weeks, I’ve been able to go out on my bike 5-6 times a week. Training has become an instinctive part of the day. Only when I’m really busy with teaching do I take a rest day. A few notes on recent weeks training. An easy ride at level 2 (65-70%) heart [...]

Source: http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/4428/training/march-training-and-cycling/

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Kl�den Takes the Lead in Basque, Horner 1 Second Back

Team RadioShack?s Andreas Kl�den (GER) stepped up on the podium in the town of Lekunberri at the end of the 2nd stage of the Vuelta Ciclista al Pa�s Vasco, Tour of Basque Country and donned the leader?s yellow jersey after a smart, safe ride through the Pyr�n�es mountains of northeastern Spain. He?d been visible [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/kloden-takes-the-lead-in-basque-horner-1-second-back/

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Speed Wobble from Hell

I've known about the phenomenon of speed wobble for well over 25 years and know that it's not the fault of the bicycle, that it is a natural phenomenon and that it can be corrected by shifting your weight on the bicycle. A similar phenomenon can be seen, apparently, when towing a trailer in a [...]

Source: http://cycleseven.org/speed-wobble-from-hell

road cycling

Kloden Leads the GC after Stage 2 in Vuelta al Pa�s Vasco 2011

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/kloden-leads-the-gc-after-stage-2-in-vuelta-al-pais-vasco-2011/

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Glimpses of Taiwan?s cycling scene

I?ve been rummaging through the hundreds of photos that I shot last summer during a visit to South Korea and Taiwan, and found that I have several that provide a glimpse of Taiwan?s cycling scene. The two-wheeled vehicle of choice … Continue reading →

Source: http://jimsbikeblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/30/glimpses-of-taiwans-cycling-scene/

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Sunday 25 March 2012

Introducing the Lightweight FERNWEG

HOW CAN YOU MAKE A FAST AND ULTRA-STIFF FULL CARBON FIBER AERO WHEEL EVEN FASTER?

Source: http://www.roadmagazine.net/content.php?itemid=6722

Source: http://www.londoncyclist.co.uk/cycling-accessories/topeak-tri-bag-review/

First Ride 2012

Fresh snow on the ground yesterday morning – at least two inches of the stuff. By this morning the pavement was bare; by noon the temperature was above zero. Slow and easy getting started: bike down, find the clothes that were tucked away last November, inflate tyres, wax the chain. Water, don't forget water. Take [...]

Source: http://cycleseven.org/first-ride-2012

live tour de france

TdF Halfway Point ? Havoc, Mayhem, Carnage

When it?s over, it will be very hard for anyone to discuss this 98th edition of the Tour de France, without mentioning the numerous, high profile, and wild crashes that have marred the first half of this year?s contest. Not only has there been an extremely high number of riders hitting the deck, but [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/tdf-halfway-point-havoc-mayhem-carnage/

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We Build What You Want

Why put up with off the shelf when you can have custom built?
We recently got asked by a client if we could build a fast, light, single speed road bike. Why not? The result…
Planet X SL Pro Carbon Single Speed Custom – “Black Beauty”
Planet X Model B Wheels
Easton Bars
Shimano 105 brakes and chainset
Conti GP4 Seasons [...]

Source: http://blog.bike-science.com/2011/10/12/we-build-what-you-want

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Topeak Tri Bag review

When you are out riding your bike you tend to need quick access to a few key bits. Such as money, sunglasses multitool, mobile and keys. The Tri Bag mounts quickly to the handlebars so you can easily reach what you need. The bag is reasonably priced at �15.92 on Amazon. At that price a [...]

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TdF Stage 13 ? The Mighty Col d?Aubisque

Today?s 13th stage, a short mountain course starting in Pau, climbing over the mighty 1,709 meter Col d?Aubisque and finishing in Lourdes, France, saw many of the general classification contenders taking a bit of a break over the 152.5-kilometer, or 95 mile trek. After such a grueling first 2 weeks it was well deserved, [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/tdf-stage-13-the-mighty-col-d%e2%80%99aubisque/

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First 11 teams selected to compete in 2012 Exergy Tour

Six countries and world-class athlete lineup represented in initial team selection

Source: http://www.roadmagazine.net/content.php?itemid=6727

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Shakedown Rides

Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/03/shakedown-rides.html

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Brick by Brick: Building Bicycle Travel

Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/03/brick-by-brick-building-bicycle-travel.html

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Broken Free Wheel

I was cycling through town on my commuting bike. At a particular set of traffic lights, the transmission mechanism between pedal and forward movement came to an abrupt halt. I was pedalling furiously away, but the bike only inched forward with its previous momentum. I had to resort to making the bike into a real [...]

Source: http://cyclinginfo.co.uk/blog/4408/cycling/broken-free-wheel/

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Leaving Australia and the numbers game

Source: http://amrcycling.blogspot.com/2012/03/leaving-australia-and-numbers-game.html

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Cyclist Emergency Kit! Whats in yours?

One of the things that amaze me about some cyclist is when I see them with out a saddle bag on there bike, of course they could have all the necessary kit some where else on there person but if you are a serious cyclist it would be hard for me to believe that you have never had a puncture or any other mechanical problem whilst commuting our out riding your bike, so then when the inevitable does happen how well prepared are you. Me and my son have nearly built a whole bike with not much more than a multi tool, so if you are new to the security of a while stocked saddle bag I hope this short post will help you. Most of the this points below I have gained by either experienceing said problems or witnessing things that can go wrong. With this comprehensive list all angles should be covered.

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Cyclingchatcouk/~3/tqVrAtcRwKw/

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Saturday 24 March 2012

Following a cycling route

Say you are the leader of a ride and you need to follow a route. Or, you?ve just bought a copy of the London Cycle Routes eBook and you want to follow one or the rides. Or, you are cycling a sportive from London to Brighton and you want to have the route handy. Oddly, [...]

Source: http://www.londoncyclist.co.uk/routes/following-a-cycling-route/

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Video: Volta a Catalunya 2011, Stage 4 Summary

This video shows the last few kilometres of stage 4 of Volta a Catalunya 2011 which was won by Team Radioshack rider Manuel Cardoso.

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/video-volta-a-catalunya-2011-stage-4-summary/

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Brain concussion & collarbone fracture for Jani Brajkovic

6 July 2011 ?Team RadioShack?s Jani Brajkovic (27) suffered a race-ending injury in a day filled with more than ten crashes in Wednesday?s stage 5 of the Tour de France. Brajkovic touched wheels with another cyclist on the narrow roads of northern France and came down hard on the pavement, appearing to be momentarily [...]

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/brain-concussion-collarbone-fracture-for-jani-brajkovic/

Source: http://magazine.bikeradar.com/2012/01/05/bikeradar-training-hub-will-get-you-ride-ready-at-london-bike-show/

Bikeradar Training Hub will get you ride ready at London Bike Show!

If you’re looking for that extra bit of motivation to help you achieve your 2012 cycling goals then get along to the London Bike Show from Thursday January 12, and take advantage of the brilliant BikeRadar Training hub which will give you access to a wide range of cycling-specific physiological assessments and coaching advice. The [...]

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Cycling across London

A question that I frequently get asked is: How do I cycle across London? The answer is: You get your bike, you climb on to it as your dad taught you when you were little and then cycle across. Obviously, that isn?t what is really being asked here. The question referrers to how do you [...]

Source: http://www.londoncyclist.co.uk/cycling-london/cycling-across-london/

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Get Ready to Energize the Future!

Are you (or is someone you know) looking for an unforgettable educational experience this summer? The Wild Rockies Field Institute may be your answer! This amazing institute is offering seven courses for college credit this year ranging from sea kayaking to bicycle touring -- so get out out of the classroom and into adventure!

The class we're most excited about is their Cycle the Rockies: Energy and Climate Change in Montana course, which runs from May 17 - June 12. Here's a description of what the course entails:

"Students on this course will explore Montana by bicycle while studying the ecological, social, and economic issues associated with energy production and use. We will traverse rolling plains and beautiful mountains, enjoying the changing landscapes and meeting with people deeply involved in energy and climate issues. Traveling by bicycle will give us a unique perspective and an appropriate pace for examining the past, present and future of energy and climate change in the West.

Montana offers prime examples of current energy production facilities, from traditional fossil fuel energy sites to exciting alternative technologies for producing power. Our route begins in eastern Montana at oil refineries and a coal-fired power plant in the industrial core of Billings. Then we will pedal north and west through grasslands and island mountain ranges on the central plains, visiting energy-efficient buildings and production sites for biofuels, and wind, solar, geothermal and hydroelectric power along the way.

After meetings with energy and climate policy experts at the state capitol in Helena, we will turn north along the impressive Rocky Mountain Front to Glacier National Park. We?ll cycle over the Continental Divide, spending time with climate scientists and park managers in Glacier before ending in Whitefish with a public presentation.

Among the things we will do along the way:

Visit facilities using or producing biodiesel, wind energy, solar power, geothermal heating, and biofuels.
Examine fossil fuel technologies and impacts at coalfields, power plants, and oil refineries.
Tour a hydroelectric dam.
Visit ranchers, land managers, and farmers who are facing the impacts of climate change along with various opportunities for energy production.
Meet local and state officials working on state energy and climate policy.
Explore "green" energy-efficient buildings in Billings and Central Montana.
Talk with Glacier National Park scientists about the regional impacts of global warming.
Read and discuss a wide selection of current articles on energy issues and climate change.
Complete academic assignments designed to integrate our experiences and learning.
Present experiences and learning in open forums using electronic media and public presentations.
Become competent bicycle travelers.

Our choices of energy sources and consumption are some of the most critical decisions we will make as a society over the coming decades. Montana has abundant quantities of coal, natural gas, and other hydrocarbon resources, which have the potential to accelerate global warming if developed. At the same time, Montana, with vast agricultural plains and abundant wind, sun, and geothermal resources, is well positioned to produce clean, renewable energy. At course end, students will be armed with the knowledge and experience needed to play a positive role in shaping our energy system and future climate for the state, and the Rocky Mountain region."

This is an amazing way to both expand your knowledge of energy options and learn or expand your knowledge of self-contained bicycle touring; the instructors and staff on this course are top-of-the-line. This is a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. In the immortal words of Levar Burton, you don't have to take our word for it -- check out their great blog, written on the road by participants. Even if you don't take their course, it makes for some wonderful reading! If you're interested in finding out more information, it is all available on their website.

Don't wait! If you or someone you know is looking for a great educational adventure this summer, take advantage of this amazing opportunity which is limited to only 10 spaces. As an added bonus, all of the participants will receive a free one-year membership to Adventure Cycling!

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ON THE ROAD is written by the tours team -- Mo, Paul, Madeline, and Arlen -- tours specialists and intrepid bicyclists, covering all things related to Adventure Cycling's Tours Department. Check out our 2012 Tours!

Source: http://blog.adventurecycling.org/2012/03/get-ready-to-energize-future.html

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Kl�den Takes the Lead in Basque, Horner 1 Second Back

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/kloden-takes-the-lead-in-basque-horner-1-second-back/

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Video: Interval Training with Team RadioShack Part 2 ? Viatcheslav Ekimov

Part 2. The Team splits into three groups of six, to work on interval training. With Viatcheslav Ekimov.

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/video-interval-training-with-team-radioshack-part-2-viatcheslav-ekimov/

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Team RadioShack Line-up for Tour de Romandie

Source: http://www.teamradioshack.us/team-radioshack-line-up-for-tour-de-romandie/

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Friday 23 March 2012

The White Swan Hungarian Restaurant - Awarded Hungry Cyclist Wheel of Approval

Words by Al Humphries Even as a rookie in the cut-throat world of restaurant reviewing I could tell that this was not beginning well. The address on the post-it note in my hand matched the empty shell of a property...

Source: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/typepad/thehungrycyclist/~3/1Wln4uCz3fw/the-white-swan-hungarian-restaurant-awarded-hungry-cyclist-wheel-of-approval.html

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Cycle at any time...

Source: http://amrcycling.blogspot.com/2011/12/cycle-at-any-time.html