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Check out what I just read that Olympians are doing. Bicarbonate, or baking soda, meanwhile helps athletes improve their endurance by preventing the build-up of lactic acid in the muscles. Theoretically, bicarbonate buffers the hydrogen ions in lactic acid, slowing down build-up in the muscles and preventing the ‘burn’ many athletes feel during intense exercise.…

On July 5th I headed up to Downieville to camp and ride with Dirty and friends for a few days. Since moving to the bay area several years ago Dirty and The Dr. have spent the weekend after the 4th of July riding around Downieville. I joined them for the first time last year. The…

It’s coming! Ride Report from trip up north earlier this month. As the sign promises, a good time was had by all.

Recently the handsome folks of KORE Bicycle Components sent a care package of stuff they wanted us to review. OCD-zero rise Repute stem-35mm Torsion SX pedals Last Friday I installed the OCD bar (800mm) and the Repute stem (35mm) on the KHS XCT 556 Not only does it look good, but I love the wide…

KIT’s Organic Chocolate Almond Coconut was sent to use by the kind folks of Clif Bar to review. Interesting flavor combo, Chocolate, almond and coconut. Plus it’s organic! Here’s the specs: Certified organic Soy free Dairy free Gluten free Scored higher in consumer testing than the leading fruit & nut bar in flavor, texture &…

For the past year or so, I’ve been saving my nickels, quarters, and the occasional folding currency for a new mountain bike – specifically, a geared 29er hardtail. After a lot of waffling and agonizing, I ended up ordering a custom Niner EMD9 build through Speedgoat Cycles. I initially wanted just a couple modifications off…

Editorial-Since we have a backlog of items to review, we’ve recruited a local legend named “Dial Tone” or DT, to review the Cardo B-1 Duo. DT comes to us with years of riding experience as well as having an affinity for all things technological. Below is his first impression on the Cardo. Have you ever…

One of our favorite sponsors is The Sweet Cakery. Based out of Fullerton, they are known for their custom cake designs, but their claim to fame would be their famous Cake Pops. The Sweet Cakery offers a variety of Cake Pop flavors, chocolate, vanilla, red velvet and even carrot cake. These pops can be crafted…

If you recall, we’ve talked about Northrock Bicycles before. In fact I was surprised that our server stats show that the keyword “Northrock Bicycles” gets the most amount of hits. So I figured I’d revisit the subject and provide you guys some better photos. Well for one let’s get one thing straight, I’ve called and…