According to the founders of TRY CHIPS, Lance Armstrong consumed 16 gels when he ran the NYC Marathon in 2 hours and 46 minutes, roughly 1 every 12 minutes. The co-founders and self-admitted “back-of-the-packers” realized that what worked for Lance might not work for those running to lose
With a catchy “Expect less – The protein bar famous for what it does NOT have” slogan, Quest Bars claim to be the first high-protein, high-fiber, low-carb bars, with zero added sugar. Each junk-free bar contains a full 20 grams of the high-quality whey protein and only 2-6
By Cid Cardoso, Jr. When thinking about European bike brands, Orbea is not always the first to come to mind. However, the company has been making bikes since the early 1930s, almost 20 years before some better known brands like Colnago and Pinarello. Unlike most of the other
Oct. 27 - Durham You don’t want to miss Habitat for Humanity of Durham’s spooktacular ninth annual Habitat Halloween Bike Ride on Sat., Oct. 27, and pedal for a purpose. Help build homes, hope, and community while riding 31, 62, or 100 miles. The fully supported routes, complete with ghoulishly good rest stops,
It doesn’t have to be summer to enjoy cold brewed coffee. Slingshot Coffee is handcrafted in super-small batches in Raleigh using in-season organic coffee beans roasted by Counter Culture Coffee. The coffees used for Slingshot will change with fresh coffee harvests throughout the year – so what you
Goggles last a long time. Upgrade to a new pair like the Tyr Tracer racing goggles. Engineered for competition, these goggles have a sleek, low-profile lens shape that reduces drag and increases speed. Featuring metallized lens construction, they reflect light, reduce glare, and provide excellent peripheral vision. Showcasing
By Cid Cardoso, Jr. Practically every household that includes a cyclist or triathlete has a floor pump sitting in the garage. As we all know, air leaks out slowly from bike tires with time. A clincher tire with a butyl tube will lose two to three pounds of
We all want to go faster, right? The Mizuno Wave Precision 13 delivers a bouncy feel to propel you on your way. It’s quick and light on the road, delivering energy to your legs with its resilient midsole and springy toe off. It’s great for traditional heel strikers and
iBike POWERHOUSE claims to be the world’s first intelligent cycling fitness system that automatically adjusts to your exercise goals. Based on assessments of your fitness level, the iBike POWERHOUSE works with your iPhone and iPod touch to measure, guide, and motivate you to achieve important health, appearance, and fitness
Light, durable, and stable for the most demanding trails, the XA Pro 3D Ultra 2 GTX has a streamlined profile and great durability with a new outsole design, plus the year-round climate comfort of Gore-Tex. Great for a sprint-length or multi-day adventure race, these shoes have seam-sealed waterproof