Monthly Archives: July 2009

Rollin’ With the Bobke

Jeff Hemmel was lucky enough to go on a ride recently with Tour de France commentator Bob Roll.  While we’re all in Tour mode, I thought it would be apropos (Mon Dieu, Noob!) if he told us all about it. … Continue reading

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Helmets — not as safe as they’re cracked up to be?

The most interesting comment to come in after the “Most Common Noob Mistakes” post was one by Dr. Richard Keatinge, a general practitioner from Wales, in the United Kingdom. Although failing to wear a helmet was fourth on our little … Continue reading

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Most common noob mistakes

A couple of weeks ago, I spotted a woman starting her bike ride who was making an obvious mistake. That got me wondering — what are the most common mistakes we see new bikers make, time after time? I asked, … Continue reading

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The Bontrager Inform saddle (review)

The new Bontrager Inform saddle has been getting a lot of attention in the cycling press lately.  Guest poster Jeff Hemmel has been riding one  for awhile now, and provides this look. I’m somewhat obsessive about fit and comfort, so … Continue reading

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Storing my “kit”

That Halo headband I mentioned in the last post is just the latest in my collection of biking accoutrements (I’m trying to stay with the spirit of the Tour, you know). But as such, it’s contributing to a problem that’s … Continue reading

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Sweat control

Keeping sweat out of my eyes has always been a problem. I’ve dealt with it a number of ways: I first used an old bandana tied as a sweatband around my head. Then I moved on to more elaborate methods. … Continue reading

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Those bike team names (2009 version) Part II

A look at the second ten teams in the 2009 Tour de France. The first ten were featured in yesterday’s post. Garmin-Slipstream — United States — Garmin, the GPS company, is the sole main commercial sponsor this year. Chipotle is … Continue reading

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Those bike team names – 2009 version

The Tour de France is just around the corner, and it’s time to revive the post about bike team names. This year, some new teams have come on the scene, and some old ones have dropped out of pro cycling. … Continue reading

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