What if you were heading off to ride in a location that does not have the convenience and availability found in a local bike shop? What would you do to ensure you aren’t left sitting out due to a minor repair that you can’t fix immediately? I’ve been slowly dropping more and more details...
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In a week that has seen the lives of some, and the dreams of many, strewn in tatters across the internet I thought it’d be nice to bring something wonderful to the screens of the loyal readers of LovingTheBike.com. Martyn Ashton is apparently very well known in the MTB and trials scene and...
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One of the greatest things about being involved in the cycling industry is getting to know incredible people from all over the world. Through one of my other cycling inspirations (Ryan van Duzer), I connected with Dex Tooke who is one incredible endurance cyclist. Today I got to finally meet up with him and...
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Tomorrow we’ll be recording a Cycling 360 podcast on the topic of Protein Supplements for Cyclists, and I want you to let me know any questions you have so we can include it in the show. Our Loving the Bike nutritionist, Kelli, will be joining us on the podcast and sharing her knowledge and...
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In an unprecedented break from the norm, today’s post has NOTHING to do with bicycles. What it does have a lot of is pure, unadulterated AMAZEBALLS! Sunday saw Austrian born, Felix Baumgartner break intergalactic records and thrust his daredevil exploits in to the home of millions around the world. Unless you have been asleep for the last week...
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If you’ll be in Austin next Saturday, October 20th please join us at Southwest Cyclesport for an afternoon of bicycle celebration. RSVP on Facebook. My online cycling buddy Shawn from Texas Mountainbike Trails is helping to put on this event and he’s totally ready to party as well. So what will go on during the event?...
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The “bicycle may use full lane” signs have started emerging all over, and one just recently popped up on a road that leads to several of my training routes. But I’m not so sure about them. The history of these signs (also known as R4-11) dates back to their origin in 2009, but have...
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Style, comfort, design, and quality are all important aspects of a bicycle….but for me there is one more element that goes into making the ideal brand. Getting to know the people behind the company and finding out more about their passion, beliefs, and personality is something we don’t get a chance to do with...
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A couple of years back I did a guest post for a cycling clothing site entitled, “Einstein Never Used Flashcards”. It was an article written about kids, free-thinking, and exercise. The idea came from a book that I was reading at the time and for some reason the concepts have been floating around my mind...
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Interbike 2012 is a wrap, but images of the beautiful bikes and displays will live on forever. If you weren’t able to make it to Las Vegas for this year’s event, have a look at these fantastic photos.
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It’s not easy to single out one exhibitor amongst all the bikey goodness here at Interbike 2012, but I’m about to put it out there and make my selection for what I feel was the best thing found at this year’s expo. In a world of tradition, precision, and European influences…it is so cool...
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Would you like to cycle across the island of Jamaica this November? I came across the Jamaica Reggae Ride and the idea of riding across this beautiful Caribbean island totally caught my attention, so I wanted to share it with our Loving the Bike readers as well. Who wouldn’t want to go on an...
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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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