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Getting and staying motivated No matter what area of life you are talking about, Motivation is an important aspect of all we do.  Motivation and cycling definitely tie in together and in this Cycling 360 Podcast, we share tips, ideas, and suggestions for keeping yourself motivated and finding the motivation you need to achieve your cycling goals. The Cycling 360 guys may not be experts in motivation, but their experience and backgrounds have provided them with knowledge and experiences and they're here to share these with you in this podcast about motivation.  This podcast includes information on various aspects of the topic and focuses a lot of attention on the following: The types of motivation, and which one can help you the most. What are the triggers that can zap our motivation, and how to turn it around. Over-Training and how it can affect your motivation. The importance of having a "purpose". How to get out of a slump, and get back on track. How accountability, role models, rewards, and other techniques can ensure you stay motivated. And additional information for cyclists of all levels and abilities.  Additional Links: What Gets You Out of Bed? 6 Tips for Making it Stick Your Support Team Off Season Training for Cyclists Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed Hit us up on Twitter http://twitter.com/cycling360 Visit http://cycling360media.com for show notes

You might hear some cyclists saying (or you might say this yourself), “I really need to buy [a new bike] [get new wheels] [etc] to make me a better cyclist.  If only it were that easy, right?  Well there are upgrades that you can make to your bike that will help you perform better, but […]

You might hear some cyclists saying (or you might say this yourself), "I really need to buy [a new bike] [get new wheels] [etc] to make me a better cyclist.  If only it were that easy, right?  Well there are upgrades that you can make to your bike that will help you perform better, but there is a lot more to this topic then just picking up the new additions, getting on your bike, and becoming better.  The Cycling 360 guys go over this topic in detail and suggest brands, upgrades, and provide information on what will suit you best. Tune in to this podcast on upgrading your bike to find out: Questions to ask yourself before making an upgrade to your bike. The major upgrades you can make and what to look for in your choices. Specific upgrades that all Triathletes should think about. Affordable upgrades that are easy on your budget and go far in the way of performance. If tires and tubes improve your performance. And a whole lot of other great tips and suggestions, including the Cycling 360 quicktip. Additional Links: Schwalbe Ultremo ZX Tires Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed

The term base miles (or base training) may be a new one for you, or it may be something that confuses you a little.  In this podcast, the Cycling 360 crew talks about the ins and outs of this subject and how to make the most of off-season training using these methods. In this episode […]

The term base miles (or base training) may be a new one for you, or it may be something that confuses you a little.  In this podcast, the Cycling 360 crew talks about the ins and outs of this subject and how to make the most of off-season training using these methods. In this episode the round table discussion focuses on base training and includes valuable information including: The definition of Base Training How to know if you're getting in the right kind of miles in the off-season How Base Training can help improve your cycling and prevent injury Information on the different segments of Base Training Cadence, duration, frequency, and intensity of Base Training Indoor and Outdoor Base Miles Plus the Cycling 360 Quick Tip and so much more NOTE: The clinic on Base Training and subsequent training plan mentioned in this podcast have been delayed. We hope to have them up later today. Thank you for your patience. Additional Links:     Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed

Inspiring Show about Touring The Cycling 360 boys were stoked to have Nancy Sathre-Vogel along for this podcast on Bicycle Touring.  Nancy is from Family on Bikes, and along with her Husband and twin boys, they took off cycling from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska in 2008 enroute to Ushuaia, Argentina.  It was a journey of 17,300 […]

Inspiring Show about Touring The Cycling 360 boys were stoked to have Nancy Sathre-Vogel along for this podcast on Bicycle Touring.  Nancy is from Family on Bikes, and along with her Husband and twin boys, they took off cycling from Prudhoe Bay, Alaska in 2008 enroute to Ushuaia, Argentina.  It was a journey of 17,300 miles and it took them through 15 countries.  They arrived at the southernmost point of South America on March 21, 2011. Nancy and her family are "just your normal, everyday, American family" who happen to believe in following their dreams and "chasing rainbows"....and enjoy the adventure and fulfilment of bicycle touring. Listen in to this podcast on bicycle touring as Nancy joins us to share her incredible stories, words of advice, and views on humanity.  It is definitely one of our personal favorites to date, and we invite you to find out more about Nancy and the fantastic world of cycling touring.  If you've ever thought about going out on your own short or long bicycle tour, or are just interested in hearing about cycling adventures...this one is a must. Enjoy. Additional Links: The library of books written by Nancy of Family on Bikes, including their latest, Twenty Miles per Cookie - a book about their 12 month, 9,300 mile journey through 19 US states and 5 Mexican states. Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed

Finding a Great Bike Shop and Mechanic

How to find a great bike shop We've talked in the past about doing your own bike maintenance, but even with doing a lot of things yourself, you'll likely need a professional mechanic to take of certain things as well.  Or if you're like a lot of cyclists, you rely on a bike shop and their mechanic for everything from a tune up all the way up. So how do you find a good mechanic, and what sorts of things actually make up the characteristics of a what you should be looking for?  The Cycling 360 guys are here to provide you with an informative podcast on the topic of bike shops and bicycle mechanics. In this podcast, you'll find out: Why a good bike shop and mechanic are important Different ways of sourcing out a great bike shop What to do if you're new to a city and looking for a bike shop/mechanic to fit your needs What you should be looking for when you walk into a bike shop and look at their maintenance section What the different varieties of bike shops/mechanics out there are The option of bicycle studios and what they provide And what just might be the best Cycling 360 Quick Tip ever Learn to maintain your own bike ( the class that was mentioned) Additional Links: Loving the Bike's post on Bicycle Mechanics Basic Bicycle Maintenance Class Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed

Do you track your cycling performance and metrics?  What methods do you use?  In this podcast, the Cycling 360 crew goes over the purpose of tracking your cycling, what things should be tracked, and some of the best methods of capturing your reports. There is no shortage of options when it comes to logging your […]

Do you track your cycling performance and metrics?  What methods do you use?  In this podcast, the Cycling 360 crew goes over the purpose of tracking your cycling, what things should be tracked, and some of the best methods of capturing your reports. There is no shortage of options when it comes to logging your miles and other information, and in this podcast we go over: Why you should be tracking What you should be tracking and paying attention to What do I do with this data once I have collected it? How can tracking my performance make me a better cyclist? What the tracking methods have to offer Plus the Cycling 360 quick tip from Coach Rob, and more.  Additional Links: Celebrating your Achievements   Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed

Caring for and maintaining your bike No matter what kind of bike you ride, it’s going to need regular maintenance to continue performing for you.  Many cyclists rely on bike mechanics for almost all their adjustments and tune ups, while others are self-sustaning and do everything themselves. This podcast includes information and tips on basic […]

Caring for and maintaining your bike No matter what kind of bike you ride, it's going to need regular maintenance to continue performing for you.  Many cyclists rely on bike mechanics for almost all their adjustments and tune ups, while others are self-sustaning and do everything themselves. This podcast includes information and tips on basic maintenance as well as offers suggestions on what you should definitely leave for the professions to fix and adjust. Listen in and find out: What will happen to your bike if not properly maintained. The easiest things you can do to help maintain your bike. Maintenance of tires, tubes, break pads, cables, handlebar tape, and more. What tools should you bring with you on a ride. What tools you should have at home for maintenance. All this and more...including the Cycling360 Quick Tip. Additional Links: Online Bicycle Maintenance Course by Victor from Bicyclelab     Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed

All about Aero Wheels Have you been wanting to know more about Aero Wheels and how they may or may not improve your cycling?  Maybe you’re looking at upgrading to a new set and have questions as to which size and type are best.  There’s a lot more to Aero Wheels than some people may […]

All about Aero Wheels Have you been wanting to know more about Aero Wheels and how they may or may not improve your cycling?  Maybe you're looking at upgrading to a new set and have questions as to which size and type are best.  There's a lot more to Aero Wheels than some people may think and in this podcast we go over all aspects for you. Victor, Rob, and Darryl go over the following points and more in this Cycling 360 podcast on Aero Wheels: What are Aero Wheels? What are the benefits of Aero Wheels? How will they help my cycling? Which Rim Section Depth is best for me and my style of riding? How much do Aero Wheels cost? What is the best choice for my budget? How strong are Aero Wheels and how do I care for them? How do I know if I'm ready for Aero Wheels?  Additional Links: Article about riding with aero wheels Article about Enve Composites Aero Wheels Review of the Fulcrum 3 Semi-Aero Wheels Subscribe to iTunes | Subscribe to MP3 Feed