Recumbent Stationary Bikes
Posted On 9/16/2006 11:04:33 AM by Sandy
The world of stationary bikes and exercise equipment in general is on the verge of major revolution. This may be due in part to the overwhelming success of such interactive video games as Dance Dance Revolution. An orthopedic surgeon from Denver, Ted Parks, devised Gamebike to use with the Sony Playstation console. The players actually pedal to play the games in the same way that Dance Dance Revolution players must dance on a dance pad to interactively play those games.
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Giant Mountain Bikes: Big on the Trail
Posted On 9/16/2006 11:14:24 AM by Sandy
Giant mountain bikes sell a lot, and are considered top of the line. But are they worth the hype?
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What Makes Specialized Mountain Bikes So Special?
Posted On 9/24/2006 5:52:42 PM by Sandy
Specialized mountain bikes have been patronized by discriminating cycling enthusiasts for over thirty years, and for a good reason.
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Ten Ways to Get the Most out of Mountain Bikes
Posted On 9/29/2006 9:55:27 AM by Sandy
With mountain bikes currently enjoying a huge surge in popularity, many people are approaching the sport for the first time - but even if you're used to riding road bikes, it can be difficult to know what to look for in a bike.
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Why To Own A Road Bike
Posted On 11/22/2006 4:46:43 AM by Sandy
This articles gives information on road bikes and figures out why they are popular. The oldest and most popular form of bikes is the Road Bike.
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Why The Mountain Biking Phenomenon Is Growing In Popularity
Posted On 11/22/2006 4:48:35 AM by Sandy
Mountain biking has taken the cycling world by storm. It wasn't all that long ago when the phrase "mountain bike" would've elicited blank stares. Now you see them everywhere. Mountain bikes are made to handle almost every terrain imaginable, and that's why they've become so popular.
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Special Features Of A Triathlon Bike
Posted On 3/7/2007 5:29:36 AM by Sandy
One of the most common question, a triathlon beginner would ask is: “What is the difference between a triathlon bike and a road bike?”
This is a very important question to ask since the two might appear the same. But deeper evaluation would reveal that there is something special about triathlon bike that could not be seen on a regular road bike.
But before enumerating these, you must remember th
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Why The Ugliness Of Cycling Shorts Is Surpassed Only By Their Importance
Posted On 9/25/2006 10:51:00 AM by Sandy
Non-riders have a tendency to laugh at the shiny, often gaudy cycling clothes worn by even casual bicyclists, but if they rode even a few miles, they would understand that cycling shorts are second only to a helmet in crucial importance to the rider.
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Pedaling Technique Summary and Drills | Trifuel
Posted On 8/22/2007 5:39:19 AM by TriFatlete
This is a great article on how to properly pedal on a bicycle. Yes, it seems easy but there is more to it and this resource really gives some in-depth discussion on the proper techniques. The bike goes faster because you apply more watts to rear wheel, period. The rear wheel doesn't care in what manner that power is generated at or applied to the pedals. What matters is what that power is when it reaches the wheel.
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Cycling Purists Rejoice: Steel Is Back
Posted On 10/2/2007 5:30:24 AM by TriFatlete
A familiar old friend peeked out through the forest of carbon fiber at Interbike 2007 this year, making its presence known after years of neglect: steel is back.
While major manufacturers like Specialized and Giant proffered a deluge of sophisticated, high-tech carbon-fiber models, smaller boutique companies like Salsa Cycles and Swobo are busy bringing new steel models to the market -- and they're selling like hotcakes.
Steel's popularity "has gone up dramatically -- there's actually been a resurgence," says Jason Boucher, general manager at Minnesota-based Salsa Cycles.
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The Juggling Act of Triathlon | Trifuel
Posted On 5/31/2008 8:29:54 AM by TriFatlete
Three simple steps to help you get the right mix!
Swim, Bike, Run and Life can be a difficult act to get right - it's a real juggling act. Here are three simple steps to help any triathlete get the basics right in terms of balance.
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