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A power meter is the single most important training tool that I use. I'm not fast, but without power based training I wouldn't even be where I am.

are these UCI legal?

Different sources depending on the type of ride. Long solo endurance: Fig bars and Sword drink mix. Long group rides: gels and drink mix (i suck at eating on these). Short rides (under 2 hours): suck it up and eat after

I'm definitely a tinkerer so stock components just don't stick around too long on my bike. Specialized Allez Sprint: Everything but the seatpost and frame Specialized Tarmac: Added powermeter and new wheels Raleigh RXC (didn't come to me stock): Swapped to 1x drivetrain using tanpan and deore...

Well I'm racing unattached this year, so I'm looking for sponsorship on all fronts to some level.

I think the easy answer is MVdP or Wout, they're dominant and they race the types of racing I love. So I think I will not go with them. Realistically, I'm amazed by the young guys like Cameron Mason. They have been at the top level of the sport for years, and are finally coming into form to...

Wonder if they do kit sponsorships?

State gravel champs should be moved down south here, because let's face it, the city doesn't have enough gravel. All that being said south chicago wheelmen are putting on a gravel race in Manhattan, IL that will serve as the determinant for 2024's gravel state championship. No signup links as of...

For those of you who love speeding through neighborhoods like it's your day job, criterium racing may be for you. Tons of opportunities to get stuck in on the day. The race is in Elmhurst, IL and information on the race can be found here. I will be there throwing my bike into corners with no...

Illinois state TT championships are fairly early this year. It's part of the Autobahn Omnium and you can sign up here. The race takes place in Joliet, IL and is put on by the South Chicago Wheelmen.

I don't have mileage goals, the body doesn't understand miles. I do have a goal however of 10-15 hours a week, mostly low effort with a few hard efforts thrown in for good measure.

These are the ones i use. They work for nearly everything, I don't do a lot of riding in the dark though. Nightrider Lights

Never too late to be competitive

The guys at BS really like bonk bros, i like nero show too for cycling.

I finally completed my goal of only finishing the first 2 miles of the DSR100k route. Smashed it! Didn't have to fight cramps like everyone else, never ran out of water, legs felt great the whole time. Glad I could be a part of the this years DSR! Next year we bring a geared bike and see what we...

I should be registering soon, but i have a few races before then.

I found a pair of guys that have a few podcasts during grad school. Two shows called "Small Town Murder" and "Crime in Sports". They're a pair of comedians that tell crazy stories. If you're interested in either of them let me know and I can give you a few good episodes. Outside of that I get my...

Welcome, I'm sure it's more comfortable!

Well tbh this is my last year haha. It's simple, helps me pace myself, and you can commit to just walking some sections. Not many just a few

I wish you the best of luck!