Training & Nutrition

Review: Wahoo Fitness Kickr Trainer – The Nearly Perfect Training Tool (UPDATED)

The Wahoo Fitness Kickr Trainer introduced the concept of iPhone-controlled indoor training at Eurobike 2012, packing in a power meter with a ton of control…

Written by Tyler Benedict March 03, 2014

Pioneer Improves & Simplifies Power Meters, Keeps All the Tech

In 2012, consumer electronics giant Pioneer debuted their Cyclocomputer power meter system. It was a high tech watt measuring device that produced some interesting data…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 21, 2014

CycleOps Putting Trek Factory Racing Team Rides Up for Virtual Training

In January, CycleOps partnered with Trek Factory Racing to put their pro riders on the PowerBeam Pro and SuperMagneto Pro trainers and CycleOps VirtualTraining software.…

Written by Tyler Benedict February 11, 2014

Peaks Coaching: Remember the Little Stuff

By BJ Basham, Master PCG Coach I have worked with many riders in the years I’ve been coaching, and I think of them all as…

Written by Hunter Allen February 07, 2014

Friday Roundup – Bicycle Bits & Pieces

Reza Pakravan has returned from an 11,000 mile/102 day bike journey from Norway to South Africa riding a Koga Signature World Traveler with a Rohloff internally…

Written by Kristi Benedict February 07, 2014

Update Your Lemond Trainer, WattBox ANT+ Power Meter now Shipping

When the Lemond Revolution trainer was first introduced, there was a lot of talk about the benefits of no longer needing a rear wheel for…

Written by Zach Overholt January 27, 2014

Drop Weight from your Body, Not Your Bike with New Racing Weight Cookbook

Those of you who count post ride beers rather than counting calories, look away now (we don’t blame you). For the rest of you that…

Written by Zach Overholt January 23, 2014

Win Prizes for Suffering In Your Own Home, The Tour of Sufferlandria Starts Soon

Planning on doing some suffering in your basement in the coming weeks to prepare for the season? Why not join in on The Sufferfest’s grand…

Written by Zach Overholt January 14, 2014

Just In: Boyd’s New Wider, Deeper, Stiffer, More Aero Altamont Road Wheels

Building on their Vitesse wheelset, Boyd is back in town with a new aluminum clincher. It’s wider, deeper, more stiff and more aerodynamic – all…

Written by Zach Overholt January 10, 2014

Wahoo Brings Their Heart Rate Monitors up a Tick, Launches Motion Equipped TICKR Line

The 2014 edition of the Consumer Electronics Show is here, and with it comes the latest generation of wearable and bikeable tech. It seems that…

Written by Zach Overholt January 08, 2014

Scosche Introduces Rhythm Smart +, An Optical Heart Rate Monitor that Controls your Tunes

Looking for more out of your current heart rate monitor? What if it was more accurate, worked with all of your devices, and was able…

Written by Zach Overholt January 07, 2014

Peaks Coaching: The Three Legs of the Training Stool

Through years of racing and coaching, I’ve concluded that the best athletes have mastered three areas in their lives and fitness: physical training, mental training,…

Written by Hunter Allen January 03, 2014

Strava Adds Streaming Sufferfest Videos Online, No Longer Limited to Mobile

In October, Strava gave premium members the ability to stream The Sufferfest training videos through their iOS and Android apps. Now, they’re available online for…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 30, 2013

Just In: SportCrafters’ Take-it-Anywhere, Folding, Compact Omnium Trainer

Tired of lugging around that heavy trainer that folds down to the size of an old desktop computer? Lay your eyes on the production version…

Written by Zach Overholt December 27, 2013

Stages Updates iOS StagesPower App, Firmware for Crank

Good news if you already own a Stages Power Meter, or are planning to get one soon, the latest App update and firmware refresh continues…

Written by Zach Overholt December 17, 2013

Pebble Watch Now Speaks To Map My Tracks App, Reports Live Stats

UK based Tinderhouse has found great success in their Map My Tracks OutFront app for both iOS and Android users. In addition to being an…

Written by Micah Redfield December 14, 2013

Kinetic Trainers Partner with Carmichael Training Systems for Holiday Bundle

Looking to sway your decision as to which trainer to wish for under the tree, Kinetic is bundling a Kinetic Road Machine 2.0 trainer, three…

Written by Tyler Benedict December 13, 2013

Peaks Coaching: Holiday Training Tips

by Tim Cusick, PCG President and Elite Coach Old man winter has arrived! The combination of limited daylight, cold temperatures, and increased family obligations during…

Written by Hunter Allen December 06, 2013

Smart ENVE System Aero Bars Now Shipping

We first got a look at the prototype Smart ENVE System aero bars back in July, and today ENVE announced that the production versions are…

Written by Zach Overholt November 21, 2013

Sportiiiis Heads Up Display Gets Cliiiimb App, Shows Real Time Strava Segment Progress

Strava’s game-ified cycling like nothing else before it, turning virtually any hill, flat or descent into a leaderboard. The only “problem” with it was you…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 10, 2013

Cervelo Introduces the New S2 – Aero on a Budget

After showing the new S3 at Interbike, Cervelo introduced a bike we didn’t see coming with the all new S2. While it looks very similar…

Written by Zach Overholt November 07, 2013

Peaks Coaching: Strength Training for Cyclists: The Hypertrophy Phase

By Bill McLaughlin, PCG Elite Coach Here, at the end of the season, is the time we rest and recover from the hard work of…

Written by Hunter Allen November 01, 2013

Strava Adds Sufferfest Training Video Access for Premium Members

Yet another reason, and perhaps one of the more compelling, to upgrade to Strava’s premium service is the new feature that gives you access to…

Written by Tyler Benedict November 01, 2013

Just In: JetBlack Z1 Fluid Trainer

As the weather dips towards the “it takes longer to get dressed and undressed for a ride, than I actually spend riding” category, and daylight…

Written by Zach Overholt October 29, 2013

RoadID Introduces New Colors and Badges for your ID, Plus New App for your Phone

As one of the cheapest investments you can make in your safety in the event of a crash, RoadIDs can play a pivotal role in…

Written by Zach Overholt October 25, 2013

IB13: Hawk Racing Sinks Talons into Wide, Aero, and High Tension Alloy Wheelset

Last year, Hawk Racing introduced their new Veyron carbon rims which featured a wider rim profile and improved aerodynamics. Looking to offer an every day…

Written by Zach Overholt October 21, 2013

Motion Analysis Goes Mobile with Spark Motion App

For those out there who are Very Serious about their training, there’s a new app bringing athletic coaching into the cloud computing era. The Spark…

Written by Bikerumor Staff October 12, 2013

Strava Route Builder Now Available to All Members, Helps Find Best Local Rides

Introduced in August as a feature for premium members, Strava’s Route Builder is now available to those using free memberships, too. Route Builder lets you…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 11, 2013

Peaks Coaching: Strength Training for Cyclists – Transition Workouts

Editor’s Note: Last Friday, Peaks Coaching published their monthly training article entitled Strength Training for Cyclists. It was good, but very top level. Given that…

Written by Tyler Benedict October 11, 2013