Tag Archives: La Ruta

La Ruta Journal: Day 0 – Pre-Ride, with SRM File

La Ruta Race Reflections La Ruta: The Hardest Mountain Bike Race in the World   Let’s face it: if you’re looking for a challenge, that title catches your eye. Not only does it boast of 39,000ft of climbing, but you cross … Continue reading

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La Ruta Recon Camp 2011: SRM Power Data from the Jungle

By Adam Pulford, CTS Senior Coach Day 1: Come Prepared An experienced mountain biker will show up to a race with all of his gear, equipment, and nutrition dialed. Part of my job is to help athletes develop into experienced … Continue reading

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5280 Magazine, July 2011 – Going Long: Trainer extraordinaire Chris Carmichael wants you to push yourself – with his help.

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Chris Carmichael Blog: Great Post- Hot Workout Soba Noodle Recipe, plus Weekend Reading

After spending a lot of time this spring on the road bike preparing for the Amgen Tour of California Race Experience, this week I was able to reacquaint myself with my mountain bike. And just in time, too, because there … Continue reading

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La Ruta Reflections

One of the best parts of being a coach is having a postive impact on an athlete’s performance and quality of life. Sometimes the tables are turned and our athletes provide perspectives that make our day – and our mothers … Continue reading

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