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How to Install Road Brakes

It is important to install road brake pads correctly.  This week, Justin of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes us through the basics to make sure you install them correctly and have a safe ride. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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Taking the Scary Out of Buying a Used Bike

Looking to buy a used bike? This week, Justin Bolinger of I Know a Guy Bicycles talks the scary out of used bikes with these helpful tips. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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‘Beloved’ Colorado Olympian faces long recovery after cycling crash in Breckenridge

DENVER (KDVR) — Six days in with over 200 miles down, Howard Grotts was in the lead of the Breck Epic, a prestigious mountain bike race across the backcountry near Breckenridge. Grotts only had one mile to go before he claimed victory, but he never made it to the finish line. The 31-year-old lost control of ... Read more

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See Denver on 2 Wheels With The Denver Century Ride

Discover Denver-On a Bike Explore Denver by bike on September 28, 2024 with the Denver Century Ride and let the good times roll!  At the Coldwell Banker Denver Century Ride, we believe that cycling is not just a sport, but a healthy and environmentally-friendly way of life. Discover the joy of biking across Denver safely ... Read more

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The Ultimate Bicycle Chain Wax Treatment: Hot Wax Your Way to Silent, Shiny ride

2024 Update!  The ULTIMATE Bicycle Chain Wax Treatment:  Justin Bolinger of I Know a Guy Bicycles takes you through using Hot Wax to give your bike a Silent, Shiny ride. Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar

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Grilled Salmon Served Over Pea & Mint Mash

I love Grilled Salmon, but it can get boring easy, so I like to try it with different flares, cultures, in the accent.  In this case, lets try Indian as a fusion possibility.  This quick and easy grilled salmon recipe is made with Indian tandoori paste and served on a bed of mushy peas – ... Read more

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Denver Considering Plan to Add 100s of Miles of Bike Lanes

By:  Rachael Krause, 9 News The city wants the public’s help in deciding where some of these new routes should go. DENVER — The City of Denver is considering a new plan to add hundreds of miles of new bike lanes in town. It’ll take months before the plan is completed and years to get ... Read more

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Vietnamese Steak Salad

Recently in Colorado, the heat has been crazy.  Coming home to a hot meal after a work day or after a ride sounds the worst.  But a cold meal, whether for lunch or dinner is the way to go to refresh as well as satisfy the appetite.  Cold soups are one answer, but another is ... Read more

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Diet And Weight Loss To Make You Faster

Nutrition and food choices are a key component of weight loss for all endurance athletes, including cyclists.  When done correctly, weight loss can have a huge impact on cycling performance in two ways: #1 Improved Power to Weight Ratio #2 Improved Recovery  The low hanging fruit that people jump to is a caloric deficit (diet). That ... Read more

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Images from Mt. Blue Sky/Bob Cook Memorial Hill Climb by Ryan Muncy

 Photos are rolling from Mt. Blue Sky/Bob Cook Memorial Hill Climb p/b Team Evergreen on that was held this past weekend.  The day lived up to the the Mountain’s name, with pristine weather for the riders.  Check out all of the images captured by Ryan Muncy.   Check them all out at:  https://ryanmuncyphotography.smugmug.com Recent Posts Let’s ... Read more

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