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Unleashing the Power of Zone-2 Training in Cycling, Insights from Inigo San Millan
By Vint Schoenfeldt, VeloCoach As cycling continues to gain popularity as a form of exercise and competition, athletes and coaches are constantly seeking ways to optimize performance. One approach that has gained traction in recent years is Zone 2 training, a method that focuses on developing the aerobic capacity of the body for enhanced endurance ... Read more
Talking Bike Safety Law and Advocacy with Pete Piccolo, Executive Director of Bicycle Colorado.
“Pedal Talk” I had a chance to talk to chat with Pete Piccolo, the Executive Director of Bicycle Colorado for our first of our weekly podcasts entitled “Pedal Talk”. Enjoy is incites on the recent passage of SB24-065 (a bill to combat distracted driving), the recent surge in E-Bikes, and more. Recent Posts Let’s do ... Read more
The Shimano Ultegra Recall-Is Your Bike Affected?
Is Your Bike Affected? In this weeks installment of “Tech-Tips”, Justin Bolinger of I Know A Guy Bicycles answers the question. Click and watch “Shimano Ultegra/Dura-Ace 11-Speed Crankset Recall Explained! 6-Month Update”Full Video : Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar
2024 Boulder Valley Velodrome Opening Day
After a long wait, a lot of work, and support, the Boulder Valley Velodrome, an Olympic-standard 250-meter wooden track in Erie, Colorado, was ready for a full 2024 season. This past Saturday, May the 4th, it was day 1-the grand opening and a gathering of like-minded single speedsters. Ryan Muncy was there to capture the ... Read more
Riding Bikes With Boys At Moab Rocks- By Jessica McWhirt
Riding Bikes With Boys At Moab Rocks by: Jessica McWhirt The first time I tried mountain biking was with my friend, Joe. Because I was a decent roadie, he assumed I’d have no issues handling a bike with wide handles and knobby tires on a skinny, twisty trail. He was wrong. I was terrified. I ... Read more
How to Lube a Bike Chain-Best Practices
Your Bike Chain is the key to your drivetrain. It is what transfers energy from your engine, (legs, pedals, crank arm, front chain ring ) to the back wheel, where the rubber meets the road. That transfer of power can be hindered and weakened by a worn, or even a dirty and neglected chain. In ... Read more
Karen Hornbostel Memorial Time trial Series #5 photos Are UP!!
Last week was the 5th installment of the Karen Hornbostle Memorial Time Trial Series. As usual, COBRAS were hosting our photo contributor, Ryan Muncy, who once again caught some amazing images. Conditions and temps were perfect and so were the results. The photos are up and available on his website at: https://ryanmuncyphotography.smugmug.com/2024-Karen-Hornbostel-Memorial-Time-Trial-Series-5 Recent Posts Let’s ... Read more
Should you ride the Triple Bypass?
The post Should you ride the Triple Bypass? appeared first on Bicycle Colorado. I love to ride bikes and have for almost 30 years now. Name the type of bike—cruiser, mountain, road, gravel—and I’ve likely ridden it over the past month, if not week, to get around town and to keep my aging body moving. ... Read more
Stay Safe With These Six Assertive Bike Riding Techniques
Sooner or later, just about every cyclist has a terrifying near miss with a motor vehicle (or gets hit). There are only so many things we can do to keep ourselves safe. Wearing bright clothing, using flashing lights, avoiding dangerous roads, etc. Most cyclists know these strategies already. But there are certain riding techniques ... Read more
Images of the Karen Hornbostel Memorial Time Trial Series #4
Photos are up from Karen Hornbostel Memorial Time Trial Series #4 p/b COBRAS held this past Wednesday. Ryan Muncy continues to capture images of this weekly series and they just keep getting better. Check them out on Ryan Muncy’s Site on https://ryanmuncyphotography.smugmug.com Recent Posts Let’s do this Check out upcoming events cycling event Calendar