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Unlock Your Endurance: 16 Science-Backed Tips for Long-Distance Cycling
With the growing popularity of long-distance cycling events across the U.S., understanding the science of nutrition and hydration is crucial for cyclists aiming to enhance their performance and endurance, or just trying to complete their first long ride and enjoy it. These tips can help riders tailor their fueling strategies to their individual needs, making them essential for anyone looking to conquer longer rides. By mastering long-distance cycling with these 16 science-backed tips on fueling, ... Read more
Want Spring Fitness Fast? Start With These Cycling Intervals
The smartest early-season workouts build aerobic power first, then add the punch you need for climbs, attacks, and hard group rides. By Natascha Grief, NASM-CPT, -CES, -CNC, -BCS, -SFC Every spring, cyclists start asking the same question: how do I get fit quickly without totally destroying myself in the process? The mistake a lot of riders make is assuming the hardest workout is automatically the best one, but that isn’t the case. The key is to ... Read more
The Simple Elbow Trick That Unlocks Climbing Power On The Bike
Want more power on the bike while on climbs with less effort? By Tom Danielson, CINCH Cycling Bend your elbows when cycling up a climb. Seriously. This one position change improves climbing power, control, and performance immediately on the bike. Why Bending Your Elbows Changes Everything When Riding Up A Climb: 1. It Optimizes Your Pelvis Position over the bike Bending your elbows brings your chest forward and lower over the front of the bike. ... Read more
When The Best Decision In A Winter Group Ride is: Not Today
Stop & read before you ride in cold weather By Anthony Walsh, Roadman Cycling Yesterday I saw a group out training on road bikes. A full group. It was around 0°C. Their route clearly wasn’t salted. And in every shaded section there were patches of ice sitting there. I was wincing looking at them passing, the ice patches were like landmines waiting to go off. You know that kind of ice too. Not the obvious ... Read more
How To Stop Hating Indoor Training And Start Getting Faster From It
Like most athletes juggling work, family, and life, I train within a narrow window. When I ride, it has to fit into about 90 minutes, start to finish. Because of that, every session needs purpose. I’ve always performed best in environments where effort is intentional and directly connected to a goal. That’s exactly why indoor training has become one of the most powerful tools available to cyclists today. And yet… still many riders struggle with ... Read more
How to Ride Smooth, Strong, and in Control in Your Paceline
By Tom Danielson, Owner and Coach-CINCH Cycling This past weekend I spent some time in a fast group doing paceline work in extremely windy conditions. It was one of those days where the wind wanted to rip the bike out of your hands, which also means it was a perfect day to sharpen execution and efficiency. I want to share the key things I focused on so you can apply them the next time you’re ... Read more
How To Master Wet Roots On Your Mountain Bike
By Liam Mercer Stop slipping and start shredding with this guide to how it is done. At the best of times, roots are pretty hard work. They’re lumpy, hard, and often, downright scary. Slather them with a liberal film of wet and grease, and they can strike the fear of god into even the most capable of riders. However, with a hint of confidence and a healthy dashing of finesse, wet roots can be conquered. ... Read more
Three Tips to Improve Your Standing Technique
by; Tom Danielson, CINCH CYCLING Standing efficiency is an important skill to have. In fact, it’s so important to us that inside of CINCH we have created a whole Execution component called Standing Control. The reason why Standing Control is so important is because it is a way to use your body weight to increase the torque delivered to your cranks. Torque is the actual circular force that you place on your crank during the pedal ... Read more
3 Mindset Shifts to Improve Your Performance
by; Tom Danielson, CINCH CYCLING Ever had that moment when the key move goes, but you are just stuck there, frozen, and cannot even move to follow? In CINCH we call this moment, “the moment of urgency.” We have found the reason behind this “freeze” when you need to go is being focused on the wrong thing, at the wrong time. The truth is, the mind can only process one thought at a time. Many ... Read more
“Back in the Saddle” – A Guide to Rebuilding Your Cycling Fitness for Summer
By: Vint Schoenfeldt, USA Cycling Certified Coach-Physiotherapist After a long winter of low mileage and too many comfort foods, getting back into cycling shape can feel daunting. But don’t worry—by taking a progressive approach, you’ll be ready to tackle those big summer rides before you know it. Whether you’re eyeing a century ride, a gravel adventure, or a multi-day tour, here’s how to get back in the saddle and build your endurance the smart way. ... Read more
