Blog

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 …

We all know cycling is a great low impact form of exercise, although we need to co-exist with many obstacles that are out to harm us, whether it be accidental or, heaven forbid, malicious.With the sad passing of ultra-marathon cyclist, Mike Hall, recently, I can't help but be reminded how important it is to take some responsibility for our own safety to help reduce the risks.  The risks are very real for riders of all levels, so I am hoping that …