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Forum: Great Lakes
03-20-19, 10:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,831
Posted By steven.burkard

Hey, late to reply; sorry about that. If you...

Hey, late to reply; sorry about that.

If you are in Minneapolis, give the team at velofix a go. We stock a wide selection of tyres and can order pretty much anything you want. Best of all, we...
Forum: Introductions
03-20-19, 10:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,036
Posted By steven.burkard

Welcome

Hey, and welcome the forum; dig the bike.

My day job gives me the opportunity to speak with many people passionate about bikes all over North America, and one place that surprised me with the...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-12-19, 04:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,315
Posted By steven.burkard

Right, so another week down, and based on your...

Right, so another week down, and based on your guys' feedback (with the exception of a couple posts) I am feeling great after 6 hours 35 minutes and 415 TSS. Hydration during my rides has been the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-12-19, 04:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,887
Posted By steven.burkard

Ha, TdB is a great race. I like your thoughts, 2...

Ha, TdB is a great race. I like your thoughts, 2 KOM always seems to thin the group, but never selects the winner.
Forum: Mountain - Plains
03-04-19, 12:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,330
Posted By steven.burkard

Wow, that is an insane amount of information, and...

Wow, that is an insane amount of information, and is fantastic. Thank you @indayfabz.

You were correct with your first description, we will ride over Logan's Pass from the West heading East back...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-04-19, 09:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,315
Posted By steven.burkard

Thanks for the advice everyone. Eating during my...

Thanks for the advice everyone. Eating during my rides and hydration have been something I struggle with, mostly either planning ahead or just forgetting.



I am used to a big ride on the...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
03-04-19, 08:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,330
Posted By steven.burkard

Nailed it, but we will do it in reverse. ...

Nailed it, but we will do it in reverse. https://www.strava.com/routes/17388489
Forum: Western Canada
03-03-19, 02:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,830
Posted By steven.burkard

No problem. Price wise, they are super...

No problem.

Price wise, they are super competitive with other shops in town. Quality is on par with the top tier mechanics around.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-03-19, 02:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,315
Posted By steven.burkard

Ideas for Recovery

I just finished a 356 TSS week - TrainerRoad Sweet Spot Base 2 - MId Volume; l am not totally wrecked but definitely feeling it.

Looking ahead the next weeks are planned at 407/435/448/473 and...
Forum: Western Canada
03-02-19, 09:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,830
Posted By steven.burkard

I know I am late to reply, but check out Alex at...

I know I am late to reply, but check out Alex at velofix. Not only a great mechanic, but he will come to you.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-02-19, 09:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,887
Posted By steven.burkard

Not a dispute but more of a difference of...

Not a dispute but more of a difference of opinion.

That is perfect, and you are totally right, on the first lap the only organized team won't let anyone get away. The question I would ask is if...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-02-19, 10:49 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,887
Posted By steven.burkard

Road Race Tactics

Alright all, need to settle an argument between teammates.

In a Road Race, 90k or so, with 40 riders and 3 teams with 6 or more riders, what is the best tactic for a smaller team with 3 or 4...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-02-19, 09:29 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 36,191
Posted By steven.burkard

It is no secret, just look to the Bicycle...

It is no secret, just look to the Bicycle Retailer article showing the 2018 purchasing trends, that EBikes are gaining popularity. There are a couple reasons that I can see:

1. An EBike extends...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
03-02-19, 09:19 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,330
Posted By steven.burkard

Logan's Loop - St Mary's, MT

Right, looking for some local route knowledge and advice.

My team is planning a ride once race season is over here in Calgary, which ends with the Tour de Bowness stage race on August Long...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
02-28-19, 01:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,196
Posted By steven.burkard

Opening Classics Weekend

The best racing of the year starts tomorrow with Omloop Het Nieuwsblad on Saturday and Kuurne-Brussels-Kuurne on Sunday.

Personally I like the hillier Omloop, with a bunch of cobbled climbs thrown...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-28-19, 01:02 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 130,957
Posted By steven.burkard

Not a question of if, but when

Crashing sucks. I went down hard in September 2018 and dealt with recovering road rash to my right side (butt and shoulder).

My local Hospital Emergency dressed my road rash with a product call...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-28-19, 12:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,262
Posted By steven.burkard

TACX Bushido T1982

I have an older trainer, a TACX Bushido T1982. With a 4iiii Power Meter, I don't really see the need to upgrade to a smart trainer, at least at this point.

Having a slight issue though; once in...
Forum: Charity Events
02-28-19, 12:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,359
Posted By steven.burkard

Ride Don't Hide - Canadian Mental Health Association

My team has committed to bring Mental Health to the open. One in five Canadians live with a mental illness in any given year, but five in five—all of us—have mental health. You have it, I have it....
Forum: Introductions
02-28-19, 12:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 979
Posted By steven.burkard

Great White North

Long time reader, first time writer.

Living, working, and riding from Calgary, AB. I work for velofix as their Business Development Manager for North America and race for 54blue (Road Races and...
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