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With a two year old and another on the way we began our search for a tandem stroller.  What I discovered was that while there were plenty of tandem strollers, there were few that could accommodate an

How Many Bike Light Lumens Do You Actually Need? For most riders, the right output depends on where you ride. A 200–400 lumen front light handles lit urban streets. 600–1,000 lumens covers mixed or u

Injuries are frequent during the course of a long triathlon season. A typical reaction from an athlete is to stretch the affected area. Few athletes realize, however, that this stretching can length

By Coach Matt Russ for Triathlon Life MagazineTo be well prepared for your next event you must consider not only the distance, duration, and intensity of the race, but the race course itself. Althoug

In you really want to be prepared for your next race you must consider the details of the race course. Although this may seem self-evident, athletes will often stick to their usual training rou

Some athletes do not particularly enjoy training on the treadmill as it mitigates the stimulus, the fresh air, and even the social aspects of running outdoors. However, it is a valuable tool that

Why I Feel Safer on My Motorcycle Than My Bicycle I ride a motorcycle—yes, a fast one—and I’ve been doing it for more than 20 years. People often ask whether I feel unsafe or why I’m willing to take

Yes, You Can Carry Repair Tools in a Water Bottle A purpose-built tool bottle is a practical, discreet way to carry a compact repair kit on most rides. It fits in a standard bottle cage, keeps tools

1. Over-geared starts. Increases your power to the pedals. Slow to almost a complete stop in a hard gear, such as 53x12-15. Sprint out of the saddle for 8-12 seconds. Perform 3-5 intervals with a fu

What makes an indoor cycling trainer "smart"? It is the ability to transmit a data stream to your device enabling you to use the data for your app or program. Smart trainers transmit a Bluetooth or A

When cyclists think upgrade they go to carbon, everything, and nearly every bicycle part can be found in carbon fiber.  But purchasing an expensive carbon seatpost, stem, or choosing the carbon saddle

The landscape of training and coaching technology has changed pretty dramatically in the last two decades; as it has with all types of technologies. Just as our phones, computers, and televisions ha

Sports technology, like any other, eventually trickles down to the masses. Amateur athletes now have access to some of the same testing and evaluation processes that the pros do. However, this testi

by Matt Russ (more on bike fitting services at The Sport Factory)for Inside Triathlon magazineA competition grade bicycle is not cheap. Once fully outfitted you will have probably spent thousands of

What PSI Should You Run for Gravel Tires? For most gravel setups, start at 35–45 psi for 35mm tires, 30–40 psi for 40mm tires, 25–35 psi for 45mm tires, and 22–30 psi for 50mm tires, then fine-tune f

By Coach Matt Russ for Performance Conditioning There are a wide variety of clinical and non-clinical tests that can be used to evaluate a runner's fitness,  establish training zones, and measure pro

Aerobar Fit in Six Steps: Bench to Road Setup, Torque to Spec Yes, clip-on aerobars will fit most round 31.8mm handlebar sections, but only when you clamp on a rated section, torque bolts to the manu

Choose a Power Meter That Won’t Make You Buy Twice A cycling power meter is the single most effective objective training tool for riders who want measurable, repeatable performance gains. Yes, compet