I came across this image today on Facebook and immediately shared it one our Loving the Bike page. I feel that it’s such a beautiful yet simple statement about our love for the bike….and I just had to share it here on the website as well. There are several different motivational type cycling images/messages...
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Archive for August 14th, 2012
Bike to Nowhere, to See Nothing
Primal Wear Allowed Me to Ride With Bob Marley
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If you know me, you know there is a little piece of the great Bob Marley living inside this cycling body of mine. I’ve talked about Bob many times, and even went on a search to see if Bob Marley rode a bike. My road bike is named after him, and this website even...
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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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