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We are entering that time of the year when we all ask the same question: Will ALL my bike rides be cancelled due to rain? While we are glad to have the rain, our stress levels are managed better when we get to ride. While I still hope to participate in the Greater Dallas 100 this Sunday, chances are we will ride a shorter route (if we get to ride at all). Do what you can when the weather allows and when it keeps you off the bike, go to the gym and keep up with your cross-training. I find yoga to provide excellent benefits for my cycling fitness.
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Bikin' Shorts Tip - Don't fight the wind! Too many cyclists report to me how the wind "beat them up". While that is always true when we fight to conquer or overcome the wind, it is a deadly trap. and one that we should avoid. Just because the wind is there, we don't have to fight it. What we need to focus on is ENDURING the wind. Pick a gear setting that will save your legs, usually including the small chain ring up front, and spin the pedals (rpm) at a leg speed that generates a moderate heart rate (70% to 80% of Max Heart Rate). Manage the effort so that you don't burn out before completing the ride.
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We have 2 clinics coming up that will focus on long distance rides. Whether you are planning a one day, 2 day or 7 day ride, you will have a better experience if you prepare for that experience. Our upcoming Train Smart clinics will teach you what you need to know to design your training plan. Our clinics also include an electronic file download of our Train Smart program, a $19.95 value
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If you would like to attend either one of these clinics, simply reply to this message. Indicate which clinic you wish to attend and we will send you the details for registration and payment.

Clinic Cost is $25 per person and includes a download of our Train Smart program
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   Monday, May 18                                                                   Monday, June 1
   6:30pm - 8:00pm                                                                   6:30pm - 8:00pm
    Training Center                                                                     Training Center
    617 18th Street                                                                       617 18th Street
        Suite 103                                                                                 Suite 104
   Plano, TX 75074                                                                    Plano, TX 75074

The Greater Dallas 100
Ride around the metro Dallas area this Sunday, May 17
The GD100 is also called the Freedom Of Choice Ride
All participants start where they want to,
ride as long as they want to, stop as often as they like,
stop and buy snacks when and where they like.
There is NO mass start, NO registration fee, NO t-shirt
This will be my third year to participate in this ride. Come join me!

If you would like to attend either one of these clinics, simply reply to this message. Indicate which clinic you wish to attend and we will send you the details for registration and payment.
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