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Cyclocross | 18 | 9.23% | |
Cruiser | 9 | 4.62% | |
Mountain | 103 | 52.82% | |
Recumbent | 3 | 1.54% | |
Road | 119 | 61.03% | |
Tandem | 7 | 3.59% | |
Track | 6 | 3.08% | |
Triathlon/Time Trial bike | 6 | 3.08% | |
Tricycle | 2 | 1.03% | |
Other | 22 | 11.28% | |
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November 10th, 2010, 07:14 PM | #31 | |
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FYI, outside of New York City (my hometown), San Francisco is my favorite town.
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Ned Overend, "Deadly Ned"
Edmund ("Ned") Overend (born 20 August 1955 in Taipei, Taiwan), the son of a U.S. diplomat, started in mountain biking in the early 1980s. He was inducted into the Mountain Bike Hall of Fame in 1990 and the United States Bicycling Hall of Fame in 2001. Even though he retired from Pro Mountain biking in 1996, he continued competing in endurance competitions like the XTERRA Triathlon, and regular road triathlons. While in professional mountain biking, Overend earned the nicknames "Deadly Nedly" and "The Lung", because he was very difficult to beat and for his phenonomenal aerobic endurance at altitude (especially so for a man of his age), respectively. He is the current captain of the Specialized Cross Country Team. Major achievements (incomplete list) UCI World Mountain Biking Champion (Gold, 1990; Bronze 1991) NORBA National Mountain Biking Champion (1986, 1987, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992) NORBA National Point Series Champion (1987) XTERRA World Champion (1998, 1999, 2nd 1997) United States National Winter Triathlon Champion (2000) United States National XTRERRA Series Champion (2001, 2002) Colorado Road Champion (2004) Road Apple Rally Champion (2004, 2009) Bob Cook Memorial Mount Evans Hill Climb (1st, 1985-1986; 2nd, 2006; 4th, 2005; 5th, 2008; 2nd, 2010) Mount Washington Auto Road Bicycle Hillclimb (2nd, 2006, 2009) Teva Mountain Games Hillclimb (1st, 2007) [from Wikipedia.org] Interview: Ned Overend, Specialized ambassador By Gary Boulanger, US editor Bikeradar.com Sat 23 Aug 2008 Longevity and loyalty are two words that best describe Ned Overend and his relationship with Specialized Bicycles. The 53-year-old athlete, now referred to as 'Captain', has been involved with them for an impressive 20 years as a racer and a ... well, we'll let him tell you. Born in Taiwan to an American diplomat, Overend competed in two Ironman triathlons in 1980 and `81 after a decent effort running marathons (personal record: 2:28) before switching to road and mountain bike racing. Overend won the unofficial mountain bike world championships in 1987, stamping his authority against younger competitors for the next nine years as he won six NORBA National Mountain Biking Championships. It's no wonder he was called 'Deadly Nedly' and 'The Lung' during those years. Although the 1990 UCI World Mountain Bike cross country champion officially retired from the professional dirt scene in 1996, Overend has curiously not gone away like most retirees. Instead, Overend still races competitively on the road and dirt, just like he's been doing since he caught the two-wheeled bug in the early 1980s after relocating to Durango, Colorado to become a Porsche and Volkswagen mechanic. The father of two has also won several Xterra world championships, road races, and two national cyclo-cross championships. Now a full-time salaried Specialized employee, Overend, like his industry peer Hans Rey with GT, is involved in a myriad of things for his employer, chief among them being an ambassador for the sport as well as the brand. He is heavily involved with product development, launching new Specialized dealers in the US and abroad, managing the stable of world champion athletes racing for the Morgan Hill, California company, and giving his two cents on product development. Quote:
Now I'm a salaried employee with Specialized; I work a variety of different areas with the company. I have input on how products evolve, and am heavily involved with product testing. I help explain new products to the media, and launching the products to dealers. We brought six hundred US and three hundred international dealers to Colorado to introduce them to our 2009 line. I'm on my way to Tokyo to help launch our new line to a hundred of our dealers there. I help Specialized in its advocacy efforts both in Washington DC and here in Colorado. I also work closely with our marketing department in negotiating contracts with our teams and riders. I'm hands-on with Christoph (Sauser), Liam (Killeen), two of our mountain bike stars. I also manage contracts with Conrad Stoltz and Chris McCormack, our multi-sport athletes. Quote:
For me, one of the best things about working for Specialized are the challenges. One thing Mike (Sinyard) has done well is acquiring some incredible talent in product development, engineering, and marketing. This is one of the main reasons I've stuck with Specialized so long. I love variety, and I don't have time to race too much as in the past, so I've kept myself from burning out. One thing I really like is not having the pressure anymore to win races. Quote:
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The weather doesn't always lend itself to cycling outdoors, but if one likes living in the mountains, Nordic skiing is wonderful in these parts. The athletic health of Durango is very vibrant. Quote:
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November 11th, 2010, 07:05 AM | #35 |
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Most of you are far more serious about cycling than I am. My device is an about 15 year old mountain Trek, I had to have it in storage about half that time so it isn't high milage (got it when I sold my classic hot rod back then).
I wish I would've gotten more of a hybrid with some higher gears. After nearly getting picked off by a school crossing guard driving off to wherever they go to and a police/prison guard woman on the same day while I was in crosswalks with the light I pretty much relegated my rides to the Erie Canal towpath. While that makes for a scenic safe ride the lack of hills means no need for low gears while with the nice surface I could go a lot faster and farther for extended periods with higher gears than the 15-20 mph I can get out of the current sprockets.
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My road bike is more than fifteen years old. But I "upgeared" it myself years ago by swapping the original 40-52 tooth chainrings and going to 42-53T rings. You could probably do the same with minimal cost and effort. Replacing the cogs is more involved, but depending on how much wear is on them they may need replacing anyway. Also, consider going to a lighter set of wheels, higher pressure tires, or both. I also hear you considering your encounters with your local traffic. Around here there's a decided lack of bike lanes. Worst still, you may get a bike lane for a mile or two and then it just stops, and some of these streets don't even have shoulders. That's one reason why I do a lot of night riding, sometimes after midnight. The roads are pretty much mine at that hour. Like I said at the beginning of this thread, there are no snobs here. Welcome, make yourself right at home ! |
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Gotta love the custom jerseys, the custom chairs, the team car..........
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News Thu 11 Nov 2010, 11:52 am UTC Contador happy as case moves forward By AFP Tour de France champion Alberto Contador, who is provisionally suspended following a positive test for clenbuterol, said Wednesday he was happy his case is finally being handled by the Spanish cycling federation (RFEC). "I'm happy that the case is being handled by the federation because that means we can now move forward," said Contador, who faces a ban from the sport as well as giving up his 2010 yellow jersey. Contador has claimed his positive result for trace amounts of the banned weight loss/muscle-building drug, following a test on the Tour de France in July, was down to eating contaminated meat - although skeptics suggest he may have inadvertently put clenbuterol back into his system through an illicit and performance-enhancing blood transfusion. Earlier Wednesday a report in AS sports daily claimed the RFEC would take "at least two months" to decide whether it would sanction Contador or not. The final decision of the RFEC's Competition Committee on the Spanish rider "will not be known before two months," the federation's chief, Juan Carlos Castano, said. "Everything depends on arguments that Contador will present and the checks that the Competition Committee will seek from neutral experts to look into the veracity of the evidence presented," AS said. Under the anti-doping rules of world cycling's governing body, the UCI (International Cycling Union), the RFEC has a maximum of one month to deliver its decision. The UCI "sets a rule of a one-month deadline to take a decision in doping cases ... but under Spanish anti-doping rules, which is what will be followed, the authorised period is three months," AS said. Provisionally suspended by the UCI, Contador's future is hanging in the balance. If suspended for two years, he has threatened to quit the sport. Contador, who also won the Tour de France in 2007 and 2009, in August signed a two-year contract with the Saxo Bank team. Luxembourg's Andy Schleck, runner-up behind the Spaniard in the last two editions of the race, has recently quit Saxo Bank and set up a new team with his brother Frank and many other members of the Danish outfit. © AFP 2010 |
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Yoga ? Really ?
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For a lot of years I avoided the idea of me taking yoga classes. First it was a sexism thing ("Ahh..., it's only a chick thing"). Then I was concerned that I couldn't possibly twist myself into a pretzel. But a few years ago the fitness center at the job was offering a free yoga class. Since I was studying for my black belt (still laughing ?) and training three to five times a week, I thought maybe yoga could give me an extra "edge". I was very surprised to learn that yoga not only promotes flexibility, but strength, balance, concentration, and breath control, as well as being totally relaxing. Aside from helping my performance I credit yoga with saving me from injury on a number of occasions. You also learn that while you may not ever be able to execute the postures to 100% perfection, a quality instructor will have intermediate positions that anyone can attain regardless of age, fitness level, etc. It's not about competing with the guy or gal next to you, but finding a personal regimen that benefits you. Give this small introduction a try: Yoga for Cyclists: 3 Poses You Should Practice By Claire Petretti For Active.com http://www.active.com/mindandbody/ar...d-Practice.htm Many of my yoga students are cyclists who practice yoga to alleviate muscle tightness from logging long hours in the saddle. A yoga practice focused on flexibility, core strength and balance can be a perfect cross-training workout for the avid cyclist. Competitive triathlete Molly McCorkle used to suffer pain in her lower back and hips when she took long rides training for half-Ironman triathlons. "Over the years, I have experienced injuries while training but since I began yoga, I have noticed that I am more flexible and less injury-prone," McCorkle said. "The core strength, focus and balance from practicing yoga have brought my cycling to a higher level. Also, the visualization aspect has really allowed me to focus on the task at hand and block out any negative thoughts while I'm climbing during a difficult ride." In cycling, the quadriceps, hamstrings, and hips never rest. As a result, riders often have overdeveloped quadriceps and tight hamstrings, which can pull the hips out of alignment. Also, a cyclist's spine is constantly flexed forward. If proper form isn't maintained, it can result in muscle pain and strain in the back and shoulders. Yoga helps ease the tightness, creating core strength, and aligning the spine. Cycling requires not only physical strength, but also intense focus and concentration to succeed on the road. The attention to breath and mind-body connection in yoga can be employed by the cyclist while riding to maintain mental clarity and calmness. Try these three poses before or after your next ride. Parsvottanasana (Intense Side Stretch or Pyramid) This pose is excellent for promoting balance and opening up tight hamstrings and the illiotibial bands. Stand in Mountain pose with your feet together. Step your left foot back about three feet and angle the back foot out slightly. Keep both hips facing front and square your hips. Draw your hands behind your back, bend your arms and clasp your elbows. Inhale as you look up. Open your chest and exhale. Hinging from the hips, keep your spine long as you fold forward over your straight right leg. To modify, slightly bend the front leg, working toward straightening it eventually. Hold for 30 seconds and repeat on second side. Dolphin Pose This pose is excellent for opening up the chest, shoulders and the hamstrings. It also mirrors the proper upper body alignment for cyclists. Start on your hands and knees, with your knees directly beneath the hips and hands slightly in front of your shoulders. Exhale and tuck your toes under, pressing your tailbone toward the sky. Keep your knees slightly bent to start. Press your heels toward the ground. It is okay if they don't reach it. Lower down onto your forearms, with your elbows directly beneath your shoulders. Broaden your shoulder blades away from each other. Breathe deeply and hold for one to two minutes. Setu Bandha Sarvangasana (Bridge Pose) This pose is a great counter-pose for your upper body positioning while on your bike. It will open up the front of your body and strengthen your spine. Start on your back with your knees bent. Position your feet about six inches away from your hips. Make sure that your feet are pointing straight ahead. Inhale and press your feet into the floor and lift your pelvis up as high as you can comfortably. Slide your shoulders underneath you, clasping the hands. Breathe evenly. Hold for 30 to 60 seconds. Slowly lower down, one vertebra at a time. Claire Petretti is a RYT yoga instructor, NASM certified personal trainer, certified Pilates teacher and freelance writer residing in San Diego, California. In addition to training clients privately, she teaches at Sculpt Fusion Yoga, Frogs and CorePower Yoga. You can learn more about Claire and yoga at www.oceansoulyoga.com. Here are some other resources around the Internet: Training: Yoga for Cyclists By Ainslie MacEachran http://www.dailypeloton.com/displayarticle.asp?pk=16694 Yoga for Cyclists By Ann Pizer http://yoga.about.com/b/2010/07/06/y...cyclists-2.htm Wheel of Yoga for Cyclists: Pre- & Post-Ride Practices (DVD) David Moreno http://www.amazon.com/Wheel-Yoga-Cyc.../dp/B003RWSC5S Be safe out there.................. |
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