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Bike Racing 101 $16.68 Infinitely practical and packed with powerful insights, Bike Racing 101 is the single best resource for cycling enthusiasts who are ready to move from the sidelines to cycling competition... |
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The Cycling Bible $25.7 The Cycling Bible is an essential companion for those new to cycling, riding for fitness or interested in road racing, as well as for mountain bike ... |
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Indoor Cycling Bike $487.99 Sunny - Indoor Cycling Bike - SF-B1002 |
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The Complete Book of Road Cycling & Racing $18.95 Ride faster, fitter, smarter, & farther. Every road rider has goals. Yours may be to begin racing, to become more competitive, or to win a specific tour. Not interested in racing? Perhaps you want to complete your first century ride, improve your overall fitness, or ride father and faster just for the sheer joy of flying on two wheels. No matter what your goals, The Complete Book of Road Cycling and Racing gives you all the information you need to become a better, more performance-focused cyclist. Written by an accomplished racing coach, cyclist, and exercise physiologist, this book shows you how to: Fit the bike to your body for maximum efficiency and comfort; Ride safely in a group; Cope with any weather or altitude; Maintain your bike; Prepare for races of all types; Master racing strategies and tactics; Train efficiently and stay in peak condition year-round; And much more |
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Bike Racing 101 (Book) $19.95 Infinitely practical and packed with powerful insights, Bike Racing 101 is the single best resource for cycling enthusiasts who are ready to move from the sidelines to cycling competition. From preparation to performance, Bike Racing 101 gives you the essential information you need to hone your skills, chart your course, and get into the race. Penned by renowned experts Kendra and Rene Wenzel, Bike Racing 101 gives you the inside edge from world-class competitors who've raced at top levels of international competition. Equipment, apparel, training, skills, nutrition, and even the unwritten rules of racing etiquette are covered in this comprehensive guide. Written for the experienced cyclist who already has a firm grasp on biking basics, Bike Racing 101 offers key technical advice in a format that's easy to follow. You'll learn skills that are essential for competitive performance, from cornering and climbing to sprinting. You'll get the inside edge on bikes and equipment, from the gear you need to the options you should consider to power your performance even further. Bike Racing 101 will help you develop an effective training program and deploy practical tactics that can make a difference when the heat is on. From time trials to road and multiple-day stage races, you'll be fully prepared on race day with tips and checklists to take you all the way to the finish line. Between them, the book's authors have almost 50 years of combined racing and coaching experience. Kendra is a Pan American gold medalist, top national performer, and former member of the U.S. national team. Rene is an international champion who has coached U.S. Postal Service team member George Hincapie and powered the U.S. National junior team to two world championships. Together, they offer the insights, instruction, and simple advice you need to enjoy the competitive side of one of the world's most challenging sports. |
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The Racing Bike Book $33.95 Celebrating one of today’s most exciting and popular sports, this fully updated third edition combines factual information on the major cycling events and personalities, with practical ... |
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Racing Bike Passes $10 Racing Bike Passes |
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Smart Cycling $4.99 Whether you're a beginning rider looking to learn the ropes, you ride a bike to keep in shape, or you're an experienced racer who wants to do better next season, Smart Cycling can help. Coach Annie Baker, M.D., will get you started with the basics of bike equipment and fit and take you all the way to racing strategy and tactics. You'll also find dozens of workouts and a 12-week stationary trainer series to keep you on the bike and in shape during the winter months or for those days when you can't actually hit the road. |
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Pro Indoor Cycling Bike $329.99 Shed pounds, add tone, and enhance your stamina with this indoor cycling bike from Sunny Health Fitness. This exercise bike features a heavy-duty steel frame and crank, a 40-pound flywheel and adjustable resistance. |
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Sport Bike Racing $30.68 An introduction to sport bike racing covers types of bikes, road racing, motocross, track racing, and drag racing. |
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Bicycle Cycling Helmet (Red) $35.79 Great for cycling and racing. |
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CS2 Indoor Cycling Bike $897.99 The Aristo CS2 Indoor cycling bike is USA designed and developed and features Durable leather brake pad, Micro adjustable handle bar and seat sliders, Quiet, maintenance free commercial drive belt and more! |
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Sunny Indoor Cycling Bike $488.04 The Sunny Indoor Cycling Bike offers some great features.Pump up your exercise routine with this bike for an effective workout.The fully adjustable seat and fully adjustable handlebar take the guessing work out of if this bike will fit you properly or not.The heavy duty 44 lb. flywheel ensures durability.The chain drive mechanism assists in a smoother, quieter workout.Heavy duty crank and steel frame will work as hard as you do!Adjust your resistance to your comfort level and increase as you get stronger.For portability, the Sunny Indoor Cycling Bike is equipped with wheels. |
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Woodworm White Lightning Road / Racing Bike $199.99 Woodworm White Lightning Road BikeBuilt for the open road, the Woodworm White Lightning road bike offers a leaner, stripped down specification to deliver a purer cycling experience on tarmac.Featuring quality components from Shimano, Zoom, KMC and others, a strong yet lightweight frame, and double wall alloy rims, this is a durable and tough bike with a need for speed!Features: Frame: NEW Woodworm Alloy 700c lightweight frame Fork: Steel 700c Chain: KMC Z33 chain Shifter: Shimano SL-SY20A, front derailleur 3 speed, rear derailleur 6 speed Front Derailleur: Shimano FD-TZ31 Rear Derailleur: Shimano RD-TZ50 Freewheel: Shimano 6 speed Rims: Double wall alloy 700c Spokes: 14g stainless steel Nipples: Steel Tyres: Innova IA-2301 700 x 23 C Pedals: VP-990A Front Brake: C-Star Alloy single pivot racing brake Rear Brake: C-Star Alloy single pivot racing brake Brake Levers: Alloy Handlebar: ZOOM Alloy handlebar Stem: ZOOM Alloy handlebar stem Grips: Black EVA Saddle: Road Saddle Seat Post: ZOOM Alloy Bike Dimensions: Seat to handle: 19.5" Handle bar to chain: 23" Box Dimensions: 134 x 22 x 72cm 12kgs |
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Road Bike Action $15.99 No bike magazine tests bikes, components, and accessories as thoroughly as Road Bike Action. It has the most comprehensive tests, product buyer's guides, in-depth tech articles, inspiring riding and racing stories and great how-to features - all to help improve your cycling experience. |
The Gear Needed for Cycling
Cycling is favored by many over other exercises such as running because it's a lower impact activity, builds leg strength, and increases stamina. With the right training program in place, cycling can be done all year long, even if you live in a cold weather climate. When the temperatures drop, you can cycle indoors either at a gym or in the comfort of your own home. Racing, mountain biking, touring, and road biking are the different forms of cycling. The gear required varies depending on the type you participate in.
Types of Gear
For those who participate in cycling races, the objective is to have the lightest gear possible in order to be comfortable and move freely. You can get cycling shoes, helmets, jerseys, shorts, and other gear that is designed specifically for racing. While gear should be lightweight for mountain bike racing, it's also important for it to be strong to provide protection in case of a crash. This means having pads for the hip, thighs, and tailbone. Gloves will provide additional protection, as will knee pads. How much protection you wear does depend on how dangerous the race is. Body armor for your upper and lower body may be necessary as well. While it may slow you down a bit, your safety is what matters most.
Whether you are racing or riding casually, you want to be as comfortable as possible to maximize your focus and enjoyment. Biking shorts in particular can make all the difference, one way or another. Padded biking shorts these days are lightweight, comfortable, and provide protection for the hips and tailbone.
Biking shorts vary in terms of padding, material, and cut. Some are tight against the skin, while others are looser, but all of them contain some sort of padding and are designed to make riding more comfortable. The materials used for shorts are strong, breathable, and are absorb moisture in order to keep the body cool. The best shorts for you depends on preference and the type of cycling you are doing. For casual riders, a looser fit may be favored, while those who are racing would most likely want a lighter, protective, and tighter fitting short.
If you are training for a race and need to train outdoors even in the rain, then you can purchase cycling rain gear. This is also helpful for anyone who lives in a damp climate where it rains frequently. Specifically, there are jackets that are lightweight, breathable, yet water resistant to help you stay dry. Having a water bottle on hand is always important as well to stay hydrated.
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