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Race season is right around the corner. Hopefully you’ve been training and checked that item off the to-do list, but while training is the most important thing on that list, it isn’t the only thing you need to do to be race ready. Some pre-race habits that are old hat by the end of the season are a little rusty in March or April and what you need for racing isn’t quite the same as what you need on your everyday training ride. While you can finally leave the hand pump or CO2 at home, there is a whole other list of items you need to have with you on race day. Here are all the questions we ask ourselves before the first race of the season to… Read More

We’re very excited to announce that we have partnered with the SmartStop Professional Cycling Team for the 2015 season. Read More

Every month velofix will be featuring a rider who has had their bike serviced with us.  We are passionate about cycling, and so are our Clients. Save Time. Ride More. … Read More

This article originally appeared on vegasport.com By Jenn Randazzo Most of us are concerned with fueling before and during sport, but often, as soon as our workout is over, we unconsciously consume whatever we can get our hands on. Although we typically pay less attention to what we put in our bodies post-workout; many experts agree it’s what we should focus on the most. Let’s take a look at what post-workout foods, beverages and supplements can help our bodies recover from, and prepare for, the next workout. Macronutrients: Carbohydrate, Fat and Protein Carbohydrate After exercise, carbohydrates, which are broken down into glucose, are the preferred source of energy to replenish muscle glycogen. The best way… Read More

As we come into race season, it’s time to begin experimenting with different race fuelling plans. This is a great piece on mid-race fuelling from Vega educator, Emma Cutfield, that will help you develop your mid-race fuelling plan. This article originally appeared on myvega.com.Mid-race fueling may seem straightforward (consume when tired, right?), but there are a few key tips regarding timing, amount, and format for consumption, that will help fuel your better during an upcoming goal race. Two of the most common questions about mid race fueling from both avid endurance athletes, as well as those beginning their first trail or road races (whether on foot or by pedal) are “how often?” and “how much?” How… Read More