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Why Are There So Many Deaths In Road Racing?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzJDcKAqsws

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Just changed the disc brake pads on my mechanical Tektro front calipers. Took more time than changing the pads on one of my cars. Biggest issue was alignment. First time so maybe faster in the future. The back pads still look almost new.
Got two pairs for the price of one at Walmart online. OEM pads.

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It has come to my attention, and our bathroom scale, that following the nutrition requirement hype that is online, GCN and elsewhere, for non competitive Cyclists, a balanced diet and adequate hydration are all that are needed. Fueling during a ride is only needed for rides exceeding 2 hours. Hydration is always a priority. Pre ride carb-loading is pretty much just for racing.

What say you?

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Coming soon to a rest stop along I-75 in Ohio....

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2000 miles. I made my annual goal last week. 2000miles is no really big deal for true riders, but it's good for me. Especially since every other day I try to run. I met my 400 mile goal there, too. Now. I just need to not be a big pig at the dinner trough the next 10 days and do a little light maintenance. These aren't big numbers, but they are goals met three years in a row!

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For the 6th year, Cane's Chicken has partnered with NFL stars to raise money to give bikes to kids....

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The More You Cycle, the Lower Your Risk of Knee Arthritis

Cycling has always been touted as easy on the knees. But actually preventing arthritis? That’s a new one.

Outside Magazine, Published: Apr 30, 2024

https://smartlink.bio/outsidemagazin...eBV2oOd96XxJXQ

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New Year's Day ride in my town of Cushing, Oklahoma - population 7,500. This is the 40th straight year (or more) that at least some have ridden. Last year, only two rode in 25F windy conditions with icy patches on the road. Still it counts. This year about ten of us rode in idyllic 52F weather.

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