The votes are in, and it’s now time to crown the 2012 top dogs of the cycling blogs. Although cycling blogs from all over the World were able to be voted on for each of the 6 categories, our Crank Honors results are primarily based on the audience that we bring in. Now, our...
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Tags: Best Cycling Blogs, Crank Honors, Loving the Bike, World Cycling Blogs
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If you read my #bikeschool post from last week you’ll not be surprised to hear that I have not been anywhere near my bike this week and it’s already starting to send me a little bit crazy! I keep seeing guys and gals riding around on all sorts of bikes, not just carbon racers...
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Tags: Achieve, advice, chain gang, Cycling Related Blogs, group, help, improve, lessons, older, rules, wiser
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I’m not a major Bon Jovi fanatic, but I do know some inspiring lyrics when I hear them. Today I’m sharing some great Bon Jovi lyrics that will hopefully kick off both your weekly routine and your riding. Okay, so you’ve been busting your butt out on the bike for what seems like forever...
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Here’s a look at who’s loving the bike for June, 2012. At the top of each month we like to feature the amazing stories and memories of people who are loving the bike. Please take a look at what these lovers have to say. Hey…..and we’d love to hear from you as well….feel free...
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On May 1st, we had 10 Team Loving the Bike members start off on the National Bike Challenge. This challenge is put on by Kimberly-Clarke, League of American Bicyclists, and Bikes Belong and the purpose is to unite 50,000 people to bike 10 million miles between May 1 and August 31. It’s a great program...
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Tags: Endomondo, League of American Bicyclists, National Bike Challenge
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I know that today’s blog will be filled with things I know for sure as well as some strange things I know for sure. Just like me…..partly normal, partly strange. I know that when you are exercising in the heat, there is no better taste than that of cold water. At that moment, it is...
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I began writing this post in the ‘departure lounge’ waiting room of the local hospital, and if you’re reading this… The British NHS (National Health Service) aint all that bad! You may or may not have noticed that my corner of the internet and social media world has been quite quiet of late and...
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Tags: British NHS, Cycling Story, Loving the Bike, Time off the bike
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Can cycling save your life? I don’t have to go any further than my friend Bethel Strong to answer that one. Through his love for the bike, he’s been able to astound even his doctor who couldn’t believe the results he’s achieved through cycling. The absolute best part about having a blog and being...
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Tags: Bethel Strong, Cycling Asthma, Cycling for Health, Smiling Cyclist, Strong Cyclist
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I don’t hide the fact that I’m a Rasta Man wanna-be, so when I can combine cycling with my love for that culture….it’s a total Win-Win. A few weeks ago I came across a company called Knights of Mo’ Bay that sells jerseys, shorts, and bibs with a sweet IRIE Caribbean theme so I...
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Tags: Caribbean Cycling, Cycling Contest, Cycling Jersey, Irie, Knights of Mo'Bay, Loving the Bike, Rasta, Win a Jersey
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For this segment of our “Let’s Talk” series, we’re asking you to post your comments, opinions, and thoughts on the $70 Bottle Cage. Yes, most local bikes shops will carry a carbon bottle cage somewhere in the neighborhood of $70…what do you have to say about it? As always, this “Let’s Talk” post will...
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Tags: Bottle Cage, Carbon, Cycling Gear, Let's Talk Cycling, Loving the Bike
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It’s been a while since we brought up some of the cool and interesting stories that come up through the #bikeschool hashtag, so here’s another edition of #bikeschool happenings. What do you think about? One of the questions asked by guest professor @koifla at last weeks #bikeschool was “What can you think about that...
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It’s no secret that many of the top cyclists (and other athletes) in the world use visualization techniques to reach the top of their game. Today’s athletes are performing at levels that are at an all time high, and they all know that the mental aspects are just as important as the physical. But...
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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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