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Living in Queensland, we are rather blessed when it comes to winter riding.  We have a very mild winter compared to the southern states and most places around the world.  Despite this, I definitely feel the cold in a big way.  While many call me soft, I don’t think there is any shame in rugging up for the ride!Within the last week, the mornings have quickly been getting colder and darker earlier in Brisbane.  In preparation for my morning rides, …

I’m sure most of you have heard that there’s a difference between being a great athlete and being a great competitor.  Obviously physical performance is very important, but one of the key ingredients to being a great competitor is your mental game.  If you’re serious about competing then it’s critical to give equal training to the mental side.Have you ever noticed when you’re doing a repetitive daily task, like making your coffee and breakfast or …

Each year I travel to five or six races that I need to pack my bike for.  In the past I've used bike boxes from my local bike shop, then progressed to some cheap bike bags, but a couple of years ago I made the change to a Scicon bag, opting for the Aerocomfort Triathlon Bag.  Quite literally, it has changed the way I travel for races.Not only has it cut down the time to pack and unpack my bike, it limits the amount of dismantling required, which …

Call me crazy but I quite enjoy a good turbo trainer set.  I think it's because I can let my mind wander away and not have to worry about traffic!  The truth is I like turbo trainer sessions because they work.I’m on my second JetBlack Z1 Fluid Trainer, and there are a few reasons why I've stuck with this brand and model.Most importantly, it has been the most stable trainer I have ever used.  Whether I am inside or on the grass, sprinting or pushi …