(Zach Nehr) The Free and Legal Performance-Enhancer We’ve All Got Access To

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Studies have shown that improved sleep correlates with better performance at high intensities. One paper, authored by Cheri Mah, a researcher at Stanford, showed that increased sleep improved sprint times of basketball players by 5%. In the context of elite sports, 5% is much more than a marginal gain.

ByThe BAT Radar
February 5, 2019

Zach Nehr:

One word: Sleep.

Studies have shown that sleep is one of the most important processes in our lives. It is essential for learning, recovery, and information processing – whether it’s preparing for tomorrow’s work presentation, or recovering from the day’s workout, there is nothing more important than proper rest.

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Studies have shown that improved sleep correlates with better performance at high intensities. One paper, authored by Cheri Mah, a researcher at Stanford, showed that increased sleep improved sprint times of basketball players by 5%. In the context of elite sports, 5% is much more than a marginal gain.

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The BICYCLIST Brief #BATradar is a curated feed of the stories that caught the eye, mind or heart of the BICYCLIST Adventure Team, or was shared on our community reddit, r/BICYCLIST. Only the best link sauce- extra sweet, tangy and satisfying.

‘Recommended Directional’ Trail Building in San Diego, The Black Widow Trail Project Courtesy San Diego Mountain Bike Association

ByChris ReynoldsandThe Press Release Bot
February 5, 2019

SDMBA continues its strong alliance with the proud team of City of San Diego rangers at Black Mountain. Shovels finally hit the ground on the Black Widow Trail on December 1, 2018. This first work day attracted almost 80 volunteers, many of them first timers! There will be many more work days before this project is complete so check SDMBA channels for updates.

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(Miles Arbour) The Great American Rail-Trail is Coming

ByThe BAT Radar
February 4, 2019

The Rails-to-Trails Conservancy has announced some big news for their 4,000-mile multi-use trail that will span the United States from coast to coast.

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Work Commute 90 Miles? The Stromer ST3 Electric Commuter Handles The Ride Safely and Securely

ByThe Gear Release Bot
July 13, 2018

The secret behind ST3’s power is its newly engineered SYNO Drive II rear hub drive, which packs a punch of 600 W and transfers 44 Nm of torque directly to the road surface. The motor is not only highly efficient, it also captures the energy released during braking in its powerful BQ814 battery with a range up to 93 miles.

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[PR] Zoic Introduces Men’s Carbon Bib Liner | ‘The Most Technical Liners I’ve Yet Come Across’

ByChris ReynoldsandThe Press Release Bot
February 7, 2019

New for 2019, the ZOIC Men’s Carbon Bib Liner provides ultimate support for long days in the saddle, ideal for enduro racers and bikepackers, The Carbon Bib Liner is engineered to maximize comfort and minimize irritation, from seamless straps up top to the Italian-made 3D stretch foam chamois inside

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Triathlete Wins Sizable Settlement on Eve of Jury Trial

ByChris ReynoldsandThe Press Release Bot
February 4, 2019

Bicycle injury lawyer Richard Duquette obtained a substantial money settlement for Mr. Murff who was “cut off” by a negligent motorist on July 25-2017 when she made an illegal “right hook” turn on southbound Carlsbad Blvd. (PCH) in Carlsbad, CA.

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[VIDEO] Trek Bikes Releases Six New Colorways Under Project One ICON Moniker | ‘Black Gold, But Without The Oil’

ByChris ReynoldsandThe Gear Release Bot
February 4, 2019

Project One ICON is a collection of premium paint schemes that represent the highest level of artistry in custom bicycles. These bespoke designs are about more than colors that stand out: they’re filled with texture, depth, and mood. Each ICON showcases a mastery of brush and paint and reflects the passion the most experienced Project One artists bring to their craft.

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Hennessy Celebrates A Forgotten Cycling Legend, Marshall ‘Major’ Taylor

ByKelley O'Toole
April 13, 2018

Hennessy Cognac highlights cycling legend Marshall ‘Major’ Taylor in their latest ad campign for ‘Wild Rabbit’. Marshall Walter “Major” Taylor was an American track cyclist who started his professional racing career at the age of 18 in 1896.

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(Christoph Bayer) SRAM AXS – 13 Good Reasons Why Electronic Components on Bikes Are the Future | The Slow Death of ‘Buy It For Life’

ByChris ReynoldsandThe BAT Radar
February 6, 2019

We see the bike media et. al. falling over themselves to encourage a public dependence on component electronics. And both ebikes and component electronics have an intrinsic designed obsolescence, by virtue of these systems having a limited number of battery cycles. There won’t be ‘vintage’ drivetrains in 20 years as none of the batteries will be usable. I have a birthday coming up, maybe I’m being overly nostalgic to consider this.

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Convert Your Shimano Bike to 1x Road Drivetrain

ByBICYCLIST Staff
September 25, 2015

The system uses a single front chain-ring and provides wider cassette gear-ratios that reduce weight and complexity while increasing user experience. Earlier this year, they released 1X road drivetrains with similar success.

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(David Kennedy) First Ride: Enve Aluminum Road Hubs

ByThe BAT Radar
February 4, 2019

David Kennedy: While there are a lot of hub companies to choose from and Enve in the past…

(Neal Rogers) The weekly spin: Off-camber thoughts on a dramatic cyclocross worlds

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(Neal Rogers) Off-camber Thoughts on a Dramatic Cyclocross Worlds

ByThe BAT Radar
February 4, 2019

I’ll dissect exactly what happened further down, but for the moment I’ll say this: On the international race broadcast and across Twitter, there was a sentiment that the pit mishap was not Brand’s fault, and that it cost Brand the win. I don’t believe either of those suggestions are accurate.

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Stretches For Before And After Your Ride To Improve Flexibility, Recovery and Performance (Pt. 2)

ByAmy Schultz, PT, DPT, CSCSandRick Schultz
February 9, 2019

We put together a series of stretches that will help warm up the body including the psoas (hip…

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Dynamic vs. Static Bike Fit

ByRick Schultz
November 8, 2018

Though many have trusted a static fit for their fit needs, a dynamic fit that includes real-world power conditions provides a more accurate portrait of how your body interacts with your bike while riding. The benefit? Comfort and efficiency.

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Wend Bike Unveils First Colored Chain Wax in the World

ByThe Gear Release Bot
June 28, 2018

WEND Bike introduces the first-ever colored chain lubricant in the world to the cycling market. WEND’s Spectrum collection reveals the bright side of performance and inspires individuality through a collection of colors like cycling’s never seen before.

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(Richard Cunningham) Review: Niner RIP 9 RDO | One Model, Two Dedicated Frame Designs Supporting 29 and 27.5 Wheel Sizes

ByChris ReynoldsandThe BAT Radar
February 5, 2019

Niner is releasing one RIP 9 RDO model dedicated to 29-inch wheels, and a separate design for 27.5-inch wheels, but also under the same model moniker. This is a divergence from previous strategies seen in the industry, but may set the standard going forward. [email protected]

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(Zap Espinoza) Jens Voigt: The Greatest Tour Story Ever?

ByThe BAT Radar
February 4, 2019

As Jens was asked what one of the most challenging race moments he encountered throughout his 17 Tour de France finishes, he brought up a late stage in the 2010 race that qualified for him..

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Adjustments With Cleat Wedges Without First Addressing Pedal Stance Width Can Lead to Long Term Problems

ByRick Schultz
August 1, 2018

After addressing pedal stance, the cyclist ends up with correct cleat placement, knees that track straighter and no accumulated knee pain after steep climbs or long days in the saddle. Wedges are too often used to align displaced knees at the detriment of long-term pain-free cycling.

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(Alison Van Houten) Women Are Not Treated Equally in the Outdoor Industry

ByThe BAT Radar
February 5, 2019

According to the report, 55 percent of women working in the bike field said they had been directly or indirectly affected by behavior or comments that are discriminatory or biased based on gender. That’s in comparison to 20 percent in the running industry, 35 percent in the snow industry, and 36 percent in other outdoor industries.

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[VIDEO] Bombtrack At The “3 Peaks Cyclocross” | The Toughest Cyclocross Race in the World

ByThe BAT Radar
February 7, 2019

The toughest cyclocross race in the world. Staged in the Yorkshire Dales National Park since 1961 the Three Peaks is a grandparent to every adventure race that’s come after. The first off-road event of its kind, it follows in the muddy footsteps and tyre tracks of a 14-year-old Yorkshire schoolboy who first completed the arduous route by bicycle in 1959. Since then the course and event have expanded to become the largest and most feared cyclocross in the UK.

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ATC: What are the most common problems you see when performing a bike fit?

ByRick Schultz
February 20, 2018

There are several common problems I see when performing a bike fit, some of the most common include; incorrect cleat alignment, saddle positioning, and handlebar height. This article covers these common mistakes and how they are corrected.

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(Mike Blewitt) Riding Through History at the Convict 100

ByThe BAT Radar
February 5, 2019

We don’t have passes across the Alps that Napoleon used and now have 8 lane motorways, or ancient smuggling routes between Salzburg and the Alta Valtellina which is now perfect singletrack. But we do have the Convict Trail, and you get right up close to it on the Convict 100.

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Team Novo Nordisk Earns Wildcard Invitation to UAE Tour

ByThe Press Release Bot
January 28, 2019

Team Novo Nordisk announced today that it received a wildcard invitation to the inaugural edition of the UAE Tour.

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State Bicycle Co. Releases a Spooky Color for their 6061 Black Label line

ByThe Gear Release Bot
October 3, 2018

The 6061 Black Label is State Bicycle Co.’s most coveted line and the perfect tool for navigating the streets -available for a limited time in Zombie Green.

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Tools and Techniques for Addressing Foot Pain or Discomfort While Cycling

ByRick Schultz
July 18, 2018

If your feet are either valgus or varus, they do not sit flush to your shoes, which can induce muscle fatigue. This can lead to foot pain in the metatarsals, or sesamoids, the delicate tendons that make up the ball and inner area of the foot.

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Ride the Kona Course in Your Living Room: Rouvy Releases 40 km Bike Segment for Augmented Riding and Racing

ByThe Press Release Bot
February 13, 2019

Rouvy, a platform for cyclists and triathletes, has released its latest course for its augmented/mixed reality mode, IM Kona. The 40 km course is part of the iconic route for the triathlete world, which summits in Hawaii each year.

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State Bicycle Co. Undefeated II is Black and White Eye Candy, And Race-Ready Out The Door

ByBICYCLIST Staff
August 23, 2017

Arizona powerhouse State Bicycle Co., leaders of the fixed gear/single speed bike market, release the newest addition to their…

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How To Train During the Dark Winter Months

ByTim Wilson
November 29, 2016

Tedious hours spinning pedals and not going anywhere always bored me; that is until I used a program called Zwift for the first time during a trial period. Zwift is an online virtual world connecting indoor cyclists. They currently have three different courses, you don’t get to choose which course to ride but they rotate on different days of the week.

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Stretch it Out For Better Flexibility: Part One

ByRick Schultz
December 20, 2018

Following is a series of stretches that every cyclist should do before and after each ride to improve flexibility, recovery and performance – on and off the bike.

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Donnelly Cyclocross Bikes and Frames: Behind the Amy D. Blue Colorway

ByThe Gear Release Bot
August 20, 2018

Donnelly Cycling will be donating a portion of all proceeds from the sales of their all-new C//C cyclocross bikes and frames in the Amy D. blue colorway to the Amy D. Foundation. These funds will be gifted to the Foundation established in the namesake of Amy Alison Dombroski.

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A Revolutionary Drivetrain Concept that Eliminates the Need for Derailleurs and Chains

ByThe Gear Release Bot
July 12, 2018

Driven is a revolutionary drivetrain concept that sets new standards in efficiency and eliminates the need for derailleurs and chains brought to you by CeramicSpeed and the Mechanical Engineering Department at the University of Colorado.

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Donnelly Launches Bike Line at Dirty Kanza 200

ByThe Gear Release Bot
May 31, 2018

Two new bikes will be introduced and on display at the Dirty Kanza (DK200) – Friday, June 1st and Saturday June 2nd at the event’s expo in the Donnelly booth. The race-ready gravel G//C will also be in action when pro cyclocross racer, Jamey Driscoll makes his first DK200 start.

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The Cycling Gloves of Your Eroica Vintage Dreams

ByKelley O'Toole
November 6, 2016

There are 3 types of gloves available and each pair comes with a rare cycling card from the 1970’s (cards are randomly selected).

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ATC: Fitting 101

ByRick Schultz
August 30, 2016

Through his years as a bike fit professional and a product tester, Rick Shultz has seen a lot of bad bike fits disguised as “professional”. In beginning to understand how important the cyclist’s synchronization with the bicycle is, we asked Rick about some of the basics regarding bike fits.

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Denise Mueller-Korenek Smashes World’s Paced Bicycle Speed Record

ByBICYCLIST Staff
September 18, 2018

Project Speed’s Denise Mueller-Korenek has become the fastest human to ever ride a bicycle — setting the World’s Paced Bicycle Record of 183.932 mph on September 16 at world famous Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah.

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Mavic Releases Tour de France Limited Edition Wheels

ByThe Gear Release Bot
July 11, 2018

The 2018 Tour de France is underway, and to celebrate, Mavic has introduced the Cosmic Ultimate Tubular TdF, trusted by Romain Bardet and the AG2R-La Mondiale Cycling Team, in addition to the all-new Cosmic Pro Carbon UST TdF.

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Knee Pain May be Eliminated By Replacing Crankarms

ByRick Schultz
March 15, 2018

The Bike Coach Rick Schultz has collected crankarm length data from his years of bike fit clients. During the bike fit interview process, most of his clients volunteer that although they have had prior bike fits, and even been to a physical therapist or chiropractor, they are still in pain. Coach Schultz found a viable solution for knee pain, which includes adding shorter crankarms.

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