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Turbo Charged
By on 18/11/2009 16:26:05
When it's just too cold and wet to even think about going outside, a turbo trainer will help keep you in shape and ready for the open road
to make the most of their training. This high-end ergotrainer, which can be used stand-alone, is equipped with a powerful engine brake so you can perform extremely hard workouts. It is possible to generate more than 1,000 watts at a low pedalling frequency
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Inspect A Gadget
By on 23/11/2009 12:26:28
With its three disciplines, triathlon lends itself to a bewildering number of high-tech bells and specialist whistles. But what do you really need?
pulse (below your jaw or at your wrist) and count for 15 seconds. Multiply by four to get your heart rate. This isn't always convenient, and it's much easier to get a true reading of your resting heart rate if you use a monitor.Turbo trainerA turbo
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The Wheel Thing
By on 18/11/2009 14:17:55
Don't take them for granted; your choice of wheels and tyres can make all the difference on race day
wheels. But if you want to save that time, be prepared to part with around £1,200.Sometimes it's difficult to know how much to spend on wheels, when there are so many other things you could upgrade on your bike. The general feeling among cyclists is that
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Winter Gloves
By on 23/11/2009 12:44:18
These gloves are just what you need to keep your hands from freezing on long winter rides
and hardwearing, carbon-reinforced palms. There's still enough bike feel through the gloves to move up and down the gears or to slam on the brakes. Info: www.madison.co.uk Specialized Women’s BG Equinox, £27.99Specialized almost managed to resist the temptation
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Rebuilding Your Bike After Travel
By on 18/11/2009 14:21:55
The way you rebuild your bike after travel can mean the difference between triumph and disaster
into training will be worthless if you don't do it properly.A poorly reassembled bike can lead to all sorts of problems, such as finding yourself stuck in the same gear or being forced to ride for many miles with your brakes rubbing. I know of one triathlete who
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Three Of The Best: Bike Bottle Cages
By on 23/11/2009 15:17:56
Refuel as you ride by stashing a drinks' bottle in one of these stylish cages
set it up for left- or right-handed usage. Its mounting works on any frame but it's particularly good on small or compact frames.Contact www.zyro.co.ukTacx Tao, £13.99At only 37 grams this is one of the lightest bottle cages in the world, which
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Stay Safe This Winter
By on 19/11/2009 13:54:11
Outdoor training during the months to come is vital for maintaining fitness levels, but do take care out there
-value addition to your winter wardrobe. The lightweight water-repellent fabric will protect you from showers but is breathable if you heat up.Info: www.hillyclothing.co.ukNathan LED Wrist Runner, £12.99Visible from a mile away, the flashing LED offers 150 hours
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Five Fab Bikes
By on 05/12/2011 12:00:00
Looking for a new bike? Look no further.
Boardman Road RaceThis entry-level race bike looks better than it has a right to at this price. Standout features are the Shimano Sora shifter/brake units, while the 18-speed gearing delivers reliable shifting performance and complements the FSA
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Turbo-Training: Three Simple Sessions
By Jaqueline Wadsworth on 05/01/2012 17:22:17
Target your cycling weaknesses with the perfect turbo-training session
, as well as over and down and the top. Check also that both legs are working equally; it’s not unusual for one to be doing more of the work.Strength 5x2mins hard / 3min spin. Short, hard intervals, with plenty of recovery.Choose a gear that makes you work
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Ride Hard to Run Better
By on 12/06/2006 09:23:52
Five bike sessions that'll make you a better runner
turns of your pedal for 60 seconds.)Focus on taking on board 50-70g of carbohydrate for each hour of the ride (100-150ml of sports drink every 15 minutes).Top Tip If you take on board the right amount of food and don't ride in too high a gear, you can
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