2012 Marin Kentfield CS2 Commuter Road Bike for Women

2012 Marin Kentfield CS2 Commuter Road Bike for Women New for female commuters is a road bike called Kentfield CS2, which has been launched by Marin Bikes for 2012. Built with a great component package, this lightweight commuter road bike for women guarantees an efficient and enjoyable ride.Featured by the high-quality 6061 aluminum frame of the Kentfield CS2 is an E4 Anti-Flex seat and chain stays as well as Edge 3 top and down tubes. Along with Vittoria Adventure tires, this frame makes pedaling as effortless as possible for the female rider.Weekend tours, evening rides, and daily commuting are fun with the 2012 Marin Kentfield...

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How To Ride In A Cycling Bunch

How To Ride In A Cycling BunchSo you have bought your first road bike. Now you want to ride in your local cycling bunch with out stepping on the egos of the racing cyclists. I have compiled some information so you and others are safe and you don’t piss off too many people along the way.Why Ride In A Bunch?There are many reason why people ride in bunches. Some like to socialise, some like to show off their form, but the main reason is that it is a lot easier to ride with others than ride by yourself. By riding in a bunch you reduce effort and increase speed by up to 30 %. The other important reason that makes riding in a bunch advantageous is...

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How to Optimize Your Pre-Season Cycling Training

How to Optimize Your Pre-Season Cycling Training The road cycling race season is just about to begin and in some countries they have lready started. Today I will show you some highly effective techniques that will help you to perform better from the very first race.One of the most common arguments against interval training during the winter is the risk of peaking too early.I disagree.If you are not competing at a professional level, your risk of peaking too early is extremely low.Remember that your current fitness leaves significant room for improvement and that’s why it makes sense to train longer, faster and more frequently.You are far from...

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Crankbrothers Multi-17 Tool

Crankbrothers Multi-17 Tool This is probably the first tool any cyclist should have. The multi tool is essential. It’s small form factor means it’s portable, so it can be used in the garage for quick adjustments, or out on the road. The Crank Brothers Multi 17 packs quite the arsenal of tools in a relatively light weight package. For the 168 grams, you get 17 tools including a chain tool. If you’re only going to have one multi tool, this is the tool to have.If you’re a weight weenie or are looking to carry the bare minimum of tools to get you by on a ride, Crank Brothers also has a Multi 10 ($20), with no chain tool, and the Multi-5 ($13) with...

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Park Tool Home Mechanic Starter Kit

Park Tool Home Mechanic Starter Kit This kit from Park Tool is a great start to a tool collection. It includes all the essentials to get the novice home mechanic working on basic repairs, cleaning, adjusting, and maintaining their bike. 14 tools in a custom Park Tool toolbox for easy storage.Tools included: - AWS-10 Wrench Set, 2mm to 6mm - CT-5 MiniChain Brute Chain Tool - DCW-1 Double Ended Cone Wrench 13mm & 14mm - DCW-2 Double Ended Cone Wrench 15mm & 16mm - DCW-3 Double Ended Cone Wrench 17mm & 18mm - GSC-1 GearClean Brush - FR-5 Cassette Lockring Remover - HCW-16 Pedal Wrench and Chain Whip - SD-2 Shop Screwdriver #2 Phillips -...

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