Category Archives: Race Strategy

Cyclocross Power Analysis

Posted on September 27, 2012 by

Now that I’ve got a few races under my belt with power data, I wanted to take some time to go over what I’ve learned and how useful I think it is.  Some of the analysis is for power data … Continue reading →

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Cyclocross – Mud Tips

Posted on September 13, 2012 by

Yesterday I raced my first cyclocross race of the season.  The field was pretty good sized for a weeknight race in the mud, with some tough competition from Tim Allen.  We fought it out for the first two laps of … Continue reading →

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John Stenner Memorial Colorado State Time Trial 2012

Posted on June 16, 2012 by

This race has been my number one goal this season.  After finishing fourth last year I was hoping to improve my time and my placing.  In 2011 I finished the 40k (very close to 25 miles) in 52:14 at 28.5 … Continue reading →

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Warm Up Routine for Cycling

Posted on June 4, 2012 by

I’ve never been big on warm-ups.  One simple reason is that I always arrive late to races and run short on time, but I haven’t found much benefit from long warmups when I do get the opportunity.  Below are some … Continue reading →

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Conservative Road Racing Strategy

Posted on May 28, 2012 by

After a few of my recent mediocre race results, I was reminded of the benefits of using a conservative strategy for road racing.  Looking at the results of the Morgul Bismark Road Race, it was apparent that almost all the … Continue reading →

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Superior Morgul Time Trial Preview

Posted on May 16, 2012 by

I’ve gotten a few questions about the Morgul TT coming up this Friday and since I was just out to preview the course myself, I’ll post my thoughts here.  But first I want to talk about what I’m really excited … Continue reading →

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Time Trial Positions

Posted on April 25, 2012 by

The most important factor in time trialing is aerodynamics.  At 30 mph, about 90% of a racer’s effort is used to overcome wind resistance!  The rider’s body makes the majority of this, at about 70% of the overall drag.  Ergo, … Continue reading →

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Advanced Paceline Technique

Posted on April 18, 2012 by

Last race’s long breakaway got me thinking about some of the techniques used when riding in a small group.  I am also racing a Team Time Trial this weekend where some of these techniques will be applicable. The basic version … Continue reading →

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Federal Center Circuit Race

Posted on April 14, 2012 by

After a couple disappointing outings in my first two races of the year, my wife and I had a long chat about strategy.  I sometimes joke she is my ‘coach’, especially when she tells me what to do and I … Continue reading →

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Course Preview – Boulder Roubaix

Posted on April 4, 2012 by

I attempted to ride the Boulder Roubaix course yesterday to give everyone a current preview of course conditions, although I was flummoxed by wet weather.  I did the race in 2010 (as a Cat 3) and I train on the … Continue reading →

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