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The Voice

I look at my bike and the voice says, "Nah. That's not what you need. What's the point?" I hear the voice, its pre-defeated tone, and shake my head. I know from experience

Do(n’t) Buy a New Bike

Even people who know me well, ostensibly friends, who seek out my advice as an "expert" in my field, make a regular practice of ignoring what I've told them, so don't bat an

slick and clean

Bike wash. How often do you wash? I know those that never wash and those that wash after every ride. I think both those extremes are, well … extreme. I am in the camp

TCI Friday – Hot Dates

A spontaneous bike ride is a nice thing. Get a wild hair, grab your bike, head out the door. It's amazing how few of my rides are spontaneous. Is that because being an adult

Work

As four-letter words go, "work" is one that can make people grimace without ever being considered rude. It's a funny space to occupy—a word with largely negative connotations

TCI Friday – Role Models

I'm not sure I ever learned anything from watching pro cycling, at least nothing I could apply to my own riding. The race tactics the pros employ to put pressure on their

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