Stay away from all the Kamikazes. I’ve had them all my life and still can’t get away from them !
Month: November 2014
I once knew a guy who always dreamed of owning a red Colnago. For non cyclists with more of an interest in cars just replace Colnago with Ferrari and you will get the idea. His dream took a long while to come true but eventually he managed to make it a reality. Along the way …
A number of weeks ago, ten middle aged friends met in a restaurant to catch up for an evening. All are well established in their careers. Most have enjoyed a reasonable amount of proficiency in their chosen sports like Hurling, Soccer, Golf, Rugby, etc. None of the group were cyclists. The food came and went …
Last weekend the first of the Gerard Hartmann performance workshops took place in the University of Limerick. In January I am assisting Gerard in presenting Bespoke Cycling workshops so went along to the Flexibility workshop as a participant. David Campbell, the former Irish 800m and 1500m champion, who works with Gerard in the Hartmann International …
Sunday mornings with the Carrick group usually mean the spin around Ballymac. The group often swells to over 50 riders at times before reducing back down again as those looking for a shorter route turn for home. Some venture further on clocking up over 160k each Sunday morning but the average tends to be 100k with …
Cycling is often referred to as the new golf. This can be a very broad and general statement when taken on its own. But when you look at reports like the 2013 Resonance Report from the USA below, it’s clear that there is a lot of merit within that title. Cycling is much more …
Q : Why did he choose the sprocket that proved to be too low in 1989 World’s ? – Eddy Keogh Sean : Stupid mistake ! …… On previous days there was always a headwind in the finish straight which made the 13 the correct gear for the sprint. That morning it was still a headwind, …
There is a climb that I look across at each morning as I sit and eat breakfast. The road is only visible in places as a blanket of evergreen trees surrounds it all year round. At this time of year headlights glimmer every now and then, as an early morning riser makes their way …
Winter time training is the secret to summer time improvements. Time spent building strength and condition now and learning how to counteract physical imbalances rewards with greater enjoyment, comfort and performance benefits when spring and summer come around again. Injury prevention is another key factor to focus upon. To learn how to counteract physical difficulties that …
Sean Kelly is one of the greatest cyclists in the history of the sport. A man with 193 professional victories to his name. An Icon to many and a hero to all. If you could ask him a question, what would it be ? You can ask your question in the comments section below, or on …