Bob M.

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Cycling Doesn't Get Any Better Than This

Bob M. posted an article on - Nov 16, 2009, 4:19 pm
Question: Why do we ride? Answer:  For days like today! Yes, we ride to train, to race, to get fit and fast and to gain all the other health benefits cycling provides.  But there are other reasons...
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Winter Cycling Training Blueprint – Introduction

Bob M. posted an article on - Nov 4, 2009, 4:04 pm
The success you enjoy in the summer is in great part dependant on the work you did in the winter.  Off season training should build a strong foundation for success. Over the next couple weeks I̵...
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Snow Day #1 in Minnesota

Bob M. posted an article on - Oct 12, 2009, 4:53 pm
The Upper Midwest received its first real prelude to winter over the past few days.  Here in the Twin Cities we’ve gotten about 4 inches of snow so far, and I know that South Dakota and Nebraska ha...
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Lance, Leadville and Hollywood

Bob M. posted an article on - Sep 25, 2009, 4:36 pm
Lance is a lightning rod.  People either love him or hate him.  With Lance, there’s no middle ground.  One thing you CAN say about Lance though, is that he has re-ignited interest for cycling, fo...
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Back In The Saddle

Bob M. posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 3:30 pm
Hi Cyclists, I’ve been out of touch for the past couple weeks, and I apologize.  Some things came up that required much of my time and attention and couldn’t be avoided.  Sorry about th...
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Cyclists: What's a Taper and Who Cares Anyway?

Bob M. posted an article on - Sep 4, 2009, 4:18 pm
The next few weeks include some big events in the MN/WI area, including Ironman Wisconsin, the Chequamegon Fat Tire Fest MTB races and the Jesse James Days rides.  These events will likely be the cul...
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The #1 Requirement for Cycling Success is: ___________

Bob M. posted an article on - Aug 31, 2009, 5:34 pm
If you answered ENDURANCE, you’re correct.  The foundation for cycling performance is endurance.  Yes, having the ability to ride at threshold for extended periods is important.  Leg strength is ...
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Mt Washington - The World's Toughest Hill Climb

Bob M. posted an article on - Aug 21, 2009, 8:44 pm
Mount Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hill Climb – “The Toughest Hill Climb in the World.”  That’s what it’s called and that’s how they promote it.  This was my year to ride it and find out...
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Mt Washington Taper: Race Day - 6

Bob M. posted an article on - Aug 9, 2009, 7:55 pm

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Mt Washington Taper: Race Day - 7

Bob M. posted an article on - Aug 8, 2009, 4:14 pm

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I Ride For Those Who Can't

Bob M. posted an article on - Aug 2, 2009, 9:46 am

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Cycling Race Week Taper

Bob M. posted an article on - Jul 30, 2009, 5:14 pm
The week leading up to your race is a tricky one.  The goal is to go into your race rested and fresh, but sharp.  And believe me, this is easier said than done.   Traditional thinking is to back ...
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To Ride or Not To Ride - That is the Question

Bob M. posted an article on - Jul 21, 2009, 10:47 am
I woke up this morning with a nasty sore throat.  It’s been almost 3 years since I’ve felt less than 100%.  Oh well, the streak had to come to an end at some point.  And now is better than a ...
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Le Tour plus 2 Important Updates

Bob M. posted an article on - Jul 19, 2009, 7:50 pm
Contador looked unstoppable today.  Nobody can match his acceleration and speed on the climbs.  So based purely on climbing ability, the Tour is Contador’s to lose.  And add the fact that hi...
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Tour de France Stage 9 — Tactical, or Boring?

Bob M. posted an article on - Jul 12, 2009, 7:08 pm
Today’s race coverage was 4 1/2 hours long, with the expectations high of an exciting day of racing.  The Tour went over 2 major climbs today, most noticeably the Col du Tourmalet. Contador i...
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Workout Wednesday: A real Stress-Buster

Bob M. posted an article on - Jul 1, 2009, 4:18 pm
Let’s face it; there are days that call for a ride that serves no purpose other than to relieve built-up stress.  Regardless of the workout you had planned for the day or what you’re your sche...
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