Pro tips for being a better road biker

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Want to improve your road biking skills? You’ll have to do a mix of tough physical training, learn when and how to relax, plus equip yourself with the right gear. We asked some of Canada’s top road bikers—including Alex Wrubleski, Jenny Trew, and Michael Barry—for their best advice on how to do it all.

(If you’re a beginner don’t worry, these tips are still useful. Just don’t go too hard while your muscles get used to road biking.)


How to train your core for roadbiking

How to train your core for roadbiking

How to train your core for roadbiking: spring is here and it is road cycling season. Get a strong core and tackle a Gran Fondo this year!

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How to stay relaxed while cycling

How to stay relaxed while cycling

When things get tense on the road—you’re tired, the conditions are tricky, the race intensifies—the body tends to get tense too.

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How to build leg speed with pyramids

How to build leg speed with pyramids

Want to be a speedier road racer? Train with leg pyramids

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How to handle hills

How to handle hills

Pro cyclist Alex Wrubleski shares her top three tips for climbing slopes

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Geap up like: Michael Barry

Geap up like: Michael Barry

Road biker Michael Barry likes to keep things simple

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Learn to loosen up

Learn to loosen up

Tips on how you can put more energy into peddling. When things get tense on the road—you’re tired, the conditions are tricky, the race intensifies—the body tends to get tense too. Your upper body locks up and that just makes things worse.

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How to climb slowly during a race

How to climb slowly during a race

If your cycling strength isn't speeding up hills, learn how to get uphill without burning out

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