Training FAQ > Cycling (7 entries)
Hints and Tips on Cycling
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Drafting is a hot topic of debate among triathletes. Those that are against drafting often list the following reasons: Drafting takes away from the individual competitor nature of the ...
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The ITU defines drafting as: The technique of riding in a pack during the cycling event. They define draft zone as: An imaginary area approximately three bicycle lengths long and six ...
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There are two common types of trainers available: stationary "turbo" trainers and rollers. Stationary trainers clamp on to your rear fork and provide a rolling mechanism for your rear ...
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Sheldon Brown has a great website devoted to bike maintenance and other bike related issues at: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/repair/index.html
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Both wheel sizes have advantages and disadvantages. 650c wheels accelerate and climb faster, but they also decelerate faster. 700c wheels are more comfortable and are more readily available if you need ...
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You don't need a triathlon bike to do triathlons. Modified road bikes are very common in triathlons. If you already own a road bike or plan on doing other types of ...
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Blocking is basically riding in the wrong part of the bike course. Most commonly the right side of the bike course is for riding while the left side is for passing. ...