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Many of us ride to reduce stress. But if you aren’t careful, the ride can add more stress than it relieves. This week’s Quick Tip features our guru, Victor, talking about how to make sure that you are doing the right kind of riding and choosing the correct rides to minimize the stress associated with […]

Kids are the cyclists of the future! In this week’s Quick Tip, Darryl talks about introducing one of his children to cycling. He recommends the balance bike as an option that will teach children the fundamentals of balance can help transition them into better cyclists in the future.   Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed This […]

Everyone gets older Even cyclists. In today’s episode, Darryl and Victor discuss a topic they each know all too well. Getting old on the bike. They cover important topics including: Adapting your training to the need for more recovery Some changes to the way you approach training can keep your riding more enjoyable The importance […]

Do you have time for strength training? In this week’s Quick Tip, our resident Guru, Victor, talks about strength training. There are lot’s of good ways to incorporate strength training, but this week Victor focuses on how to squeeze this extra workout into an already busy schedule. Tune in to this tip to hear more! […]

Do you prep for your rides? Most cyclists do. But often once your stuff is in your bike bag, we forget about it until we need it. But, things can rust, mold, crack, and break. In today’s tip, Darryl talks to us about keeping up the gear you might not think about every time.   […]

Do you protect yourself on the bike? Most cyclists proactively think about protecting ourselves. We wear helmets, we cycle so improve our health, we try to eat right (sometimes), but what about your skin? In today’s Quick Tip, Darryl, who has years of experience living in some pretty bright places, talks about protecting yourself from […]

We all love intervals….right? Today’s podcast features the Fit Chick herself, Selene Yeager, telling us all about interval training. Intervals are a part of cycling that many cyclists prefer to avoid. But in today’s show Selene and the guys will tell you all about how to incorporate intervals into your training and get the most […]

Pain. Cyclists wear it like a badge of honor. But did you know there is a difference between good pain and bad pain? In today’s Quick Tip, Victor discusses how to tell the difference between good pain and bad pain, how to manage pain, and when pain can be useful. Listen in to find out! […]

Do you wear ID on the road? In today’s Quick Tip, Darryl discusses an important safety feature that can help you in the unfortunate case of an emergency. There are many companies now that offer different products that can tell emergency responders they need to know and how to contact your family, and in this […]

Many cyclists share a common goal. We want to go faster! Going faster is fun! In this Quick Tip, Victor discusses some of the key components to training to get faster on the bike. Listen in to learn how to break through to the next level of speed! Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed This podcast […]

Mastering anything takes time. Just like anything, becoming a master of the bike takes time and patience. In this episode our resident guru, Victor, discusses what mastery is and how it applies to cycling. He discusses the keys to mastering your bike and what it takes to become an expert.   Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to […]

Are you ready for spring? In this episode Darryl and Victor are once again joined by coach Taylor Thomas of Thomas Endurance Coaching to discuss transitioning from the offseason. The offseason can be great and it can be terrible. Depending on where you live, most cyclists have some time in the year where it is […]

Do you know the purpose of those little plugs on the end of your handlebar? They are not just to hold your bar tape in place or make your bike look more slick, although they do that too. In today’s tip, Victor tells us the important safety features that those plugs fulfill and why you […]

When Will Your Kids Ride? In this quicktip, Darryl shares his personal story about his passion for cycling and what he feels was the key to getting his youngest son interested in the sport.  He also shares his thoughts on riding with your kids once they already know how to ride a bike. Additional Links: […]

Sitting all day can make your legs tighten up. This happens if you are sitting because you are traveling or sitting for work. But the same gear you might have for cycling can help you avoid this! In this Quick Tip, Victor discusses the benefits of compression clothing and how to use it to make […]

Are You an Efficient Cyclist? Even the most experienced cyclists should devote some time to making sure they have covered the basics. Making sure you have the key points of being a good rider covered will improve your riding and, importantly, keep your riding efficient. This episode answers some common questions on: Positioning How far […]

Do you have questions about cycling? Of course you do, that’s one of the reasons you listen to this podcast! In this tip Darryl gives you a great tip on how to find answers to many of your questions using the Cycling 360 archives! Listen to find answers to almost any question you might have […]

How to find a small group that will help you be a better cyclist. Cycling is a great way to get out by yourself and clear your mind but finding a small group to ride with can really be a lot of fun and can push you to be a better cyclist. In this tip, […]

Have you ever noticed yourself wobbling? Maybe you noticed people you ride with wandering all over the road. Riding straight is not only more efficient, but is also safer. In today’s Quick Tip, Victor discusses how to develop the skill of riding in a straight line to become a better and safer rider. Are you […]

Take Care of Your Bike For many cyclists, the weather prevents them from riding through the winter.  Even during the off season, your bike still needs care and attention if you’re using it on the trainer or hanging it up for the winter. In this podcast, Darryl and Victor go over some of the important […]