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SLO Cyclist's former chief editor and recovering road snob, Bek made sure everything ran smoothly around here. She was also the one who reminded us not to take ourselves too seriously--unless it involves black socks. Black socks are always serious.
About Bek
SLO Cyclist's former chief editor and recovering road snob, Bek made sure everything ran smoothly around here. She was also the one who reminded us not to take ourselves too seriously--unless it involves black socks. Black socks are always serious.
Google “rules of road cycling” and you’ll find several sites discussing the proper way to wear your kit, buckle your helmet, and pull on your socks. Google “rules of triathlon” and you’ll actually get guidelines for racing legally. To those outside the road cycling world, riders may look like idiots […]
For the triathlete, cutting transition times can be key to moving up a few positions in the overall standings. I know a few people who are really strong racers, but their T1 and T2 times add over 10 minutes to their overall placing. When it comes time to drop that […]
Here are some excellent tips for swimming in rough/choppy water, which is pretty much any swim in triathlon when everyone is splashing all around you. If you have your first triathlon coming up, practice swimming in open water before the race! You will be surprised at how different the experience […]
Whether or not you have kids, there are a few baby supplies you should keep in your bike room. Baby powder and baby wipes have several uses from cleaning the grime off your frame to making race-day transitions smooth (pardon the pun). Transitions: Besides keeping you smelling fresh during your […]
Knee pain dragging you down? Lower back aching after an hour in the saddle? Get set up right by a professional bike fitter, and enjoy many pain-free miles on the road. Getting a proper fit can make you faster, give you better control, and help you find that optimal position […]
It’s always best to laugh at the quirks and fashions of our beloved sports. These videos showcase just how awesome it is to be a cyclist or triathlete.