Tuesday, June 30th, 2009
Elite cyclists ‘risk infertility’
By Emma Wilkinson
BBC News health reporter in Amsterdam
Professional cyclists should consider freezing their sperm before embarking on their careers, say researchers. They found sperm quality drops dramatically with rigorous training. The Spanish study of top triathletes found those who cover more than 186 miles (300km) a week on their bikes have less than 4% normal looking sperm. At such levels, men would have “significant fertility problems”, the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology heard.
Click here to read the rest of this article.
HT Chris Davis for the story.
Andy B
outsideallday.com
Tuesday, June 30th, 2009
Our friends over at Outside Magazine have posted their Summer Buyer’s Guide. If you are trying to figure out what sleeping bag to pickup for your affair with the Sierra or pair of boots for time in the Rockies then head on over to the buyer’s guide and get an educated opinion.
Tuesday, June 23rd, 2009
This Friday, June 26 at REI stores and REI.com the summer sale clearance begins. Items will be up 30% off. Be sure and get there early to grab some product for your summer adventures.
You can expect to save 20% – 30% on selected clothing, footwear, and camping and cycling gear. Selected bikes will be 15% – 20% off.
Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
We all find ourselves scouring our collection of iTunes music for training music. Before my last half-marathon I carefully chose just enough music to finish without hearing one song twice. I timed it just so I would make my goal. As the race came to a close (iPods were legal) I picked up the pace as the final song came on. Normally I would have waited much later to pick up the pace for the final sprint – but the song urged me on. And so I only heard the first few seconds of the first song. Mission accomplished.
Finding the right music takes a little time. Our buddy Fitz Cahall over at The Dirtbag Diaries has sweet music on his site and I from time to time grab it and go.
My latest find from KCRW in LA is Loney Dear. The lead is Emil Svanangen an ex-pro cyclist. Spin Magazine says of Loney Dear, “Despair has never sounded so sweet.” But I beg to differ. There have been a few long climbs I have made where I could have used his music. Check them out on their site and their myspace page.
Tuesday, June 16th, 2009
Specialized has recently created a web site to show-off their athletes and teams. The site is filled with info on the riders, their accomplishments, photos and behind-the-scenes footage. The site is awesome. If you are staring at your computer late in the afternoon and mentally toast – head on over to iamspecialized.com/. The perfect answer to endless email and pointless meetings.
Thursday, April 23rd, 2009
Felipe is the best triathlon coach in the industry. I believe anything and everything he says in regards to health, training and nutrition. This is a great article.
Benefits of Core Stability Training
By Felipe Louriero
For athletes, the realization of this benefit is small at first. They are questioning why they have to do Core Stability training at all. But if they stick with it, they notice that doing an everyday activity starts to become a little easier. That sack of groceries can be grabbed with one hand. Climbing the stairs takes less effort. Sports skills become a little crisper and smoother. The connection isn’t there yet but it starts to make them wonder what’s going on.
Click here to read the rest of the article.
More info on Felipe and Breakaway Training.
Felipe Loureiro is a USA Triathlon Certified Coach and a NCSF Professional Trainer.
Andy B
outsideallday.com
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2009
April 24th thru 26th
Anaheim Hills Store
Parking Lot Sale
Everything 2008 and earlier must go!
‘08 LOOK 595 frameset MSRP $4,000 – NOW $2,499
‘07 SJ Marathon Carbon HT MSRP $3,800 – NOW $1,999
‘08 Roubaix MSRP $1,600 – NOW $899
‘08 Expedition Elite MSRP $470 – NOW $299
Special In-Store Deals During Event!
50% OFF Blackburn & Niterider Cycling Computers
All 08 Apparel and Shoes 30-60% OFF!
Kids and Youth Helmets 50% OFF!
5701 Santa Ana Canyon Road
www.rocknroadcyclery.net
714.998.2453
I know of some of the product that will be out this weekend and the sale is going to be amazing!
-DSheek
Someone give me a loan, I want a new Look road bike!
