Archive for October, 2013

Loving the BITE: Halloween-Candy-Stock-Up….Loving the Bite Style

October 17, 2013
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Loving the BITE: Halloween-Candy-Stock-Up….Loving the Bite Style

Dress Up like a Cartoon Character and Head to the Neighbors. For over 5000 years, there’s been a unique ingredient, known to the Chinese as a endurance-improving, stamina-enhancing, healing herb.  Believe it or not, it’s widely available to you.  And this month, you may even score some for free.  If… If your willing to...
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When You’re Too Cheap For Bicycle Accessories

October 16, 2013
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When You’re Too Cheap For Bicycle Accessories

Bicycle parts and accessories can be quite expensive….but you don’t always have to spend the cash as long as you’re not embarrassed about looking cheap. Yeah, I’m definitely known as Mr. Frugal….aka Mr. Cheap even when it comes to spending money on my bikes.  It’s not that I have a problem with spending money, it’s just...
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Pearl iZUMi Men’s Tri Fly IV Carbon Cycling Shoe

October 15, 2013
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Pearl iZUMi Men’s Tri Fly IV Carbon Cycling Shoe

No, I haven’t become a triathlete…..but here’s a review of the Pearl iZUMi Men’s Tri Fly IV Carbon Cycling Shoe for all our Triathlon followers. As you know, I live on the Caribbean island of Grenada.  A place known for many things, but I’ll bet Triathlon isn’t one you would have thought of.  Well, this...
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Reason2Ride Explodes

October 15, 2013
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Reason2Ride Explodes

Our teammate, Joel has been keeping busy with a whole lot of bikey goodness.  His Reasons2Ride concept has totally blown up and he’s here to tell you all about it. Reasons2Ride Explained After close to three years of taking a vision, turning it into a workable plan and building strategic alliances, it’s with great excitement...
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When the Universe Speaks…

October 14, 2013
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When the Universe Speaks…

…you just have to listen.  A few years ago, I signed up for something called “Notes from the Universe” being offered from www.tut.com.  I don’t remember how  I came across it, but I’ve really loved getting these personal notes each and every week. I realize that it’s a genius form of marketing that allows these...
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Releasing the Death Grip

October 11, 2013
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Releasing the Death Grip

Last Fall I bought a mountain bike.  Nothing fancy…a good, basic beginner bike.  I had never ridden off-road before; paved streets and sidewalks were the only terrain I needed to navigate growing up in the city. I’ve been riding this bike quite a bit in the last few weeks.  It sat idle all summer...
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My Favorite Cycling Blogs

October 11, 2013
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As we finish our week of Loving the Bike product reviews, I thought I would steer away from physical products and talk about a few of the cycling blogs that I personally love.  I hope you enjoyed the other cycling product reviews that made up each day this week…..and be sure to let me...
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Loving the BITE: Easy Delicious Honey Mustard Dressing for “Light at Night” Meals and Cramp-Free Riding

October 10, 2013
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Loving the BITE: Easy Delicious Honey Mustard Dressing for “Light at Night” Meals and Cramp-Free Riding

After all the great feedback we received from the Vinegar, Mustard, Pickle Juice post, and one great idea from a reader, I’ve decided to follow-up with a versatile recipe that will work great on the bike as well as a Light at Night dinner recipe. How can any recipe be so awesome, you ask?...
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Detours Coffee Bag and D2R Rear Bicycle Bag

October 10, 2013
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Detours is all about making fun, high-quality bags for bicycle commuters, recreational cyclists, and long-distance tourists.  Basically they want to provide a product for anyone who rides a bike.  This Seattle-based company believes in cycling to work all year round and having a good time.  Definitely sounds like my kind of company. I highlighted Detours...
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110% Compression Transformer Shorts

October 9, 2013
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What the heck are Transformer Shorts anyway?  Well, we’re back with another review and this time around we’re going to tell you what these things are and what they can do for you. Each day this week we’re posting a video review highlighting the products that have been recently sent over.  110% Compression is...
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A Shop to Call Home

October 8, 2013
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Back in the states I have a favorite shop.  I walked in there one day, looking for a couple of things, and walked out with new found friends.  That was three years ago, and since then I’ve spent more time in the shop that I’m really ready to admit.  I would often just show...
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Serfas Carbon Zirconium Cycling Shoe and ST-13i C02 Mini Tool

October 8, 2013
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As we continue with the Loving the Bike review week, today we have a look at the Serfas Carbon Zirconium cycling shoes and the new Serfas ST-13i CO² Inflator / Mini Tool. Not too long ago, I did a review of some other Serfas products…..and happy to be putting up another one today.  Let...
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Sugar Alternatives for Energy and Hydration

Question: I am using the homebrew sugar formulations (sometimes added to green tea).  I am also trying to wean myself off 1/2 dose adrenalean “lip tonic delivery system” (biorhythm brand- caffeine, hoodia g, synephrine, yohimbe) capsule for energy.

My question is other than juice, can you suggest modifications in lieu of table sugar for energy and hydration.

Answer:

Both raw/organic honey or agave can work great in the homebrew (substitute in the same quantities for the sugar, or to taste), but you do have to shake well in order to make sure they don’t settle out.  Have you tried either of these?  Also, make sure to use at least the minimum amount of salt recommended in the homebrew as the temps rise, you need the sodium replacement if you’re sweating.

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