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  1. Saris Makes Appearance at Wisconsin Historical Society It's no secret that we're proud of our Wisconsin heritage. We're avid Packer fans, root for the UW Badgers and eat brats whenever possible. We're also proud to be headquartered in a state with a rich cycling history and are honored to be part of the story. The informative banner about Saris Bike Racks at the "Shifting Gears" exhibit. A few months back the Wisconsin Historical Society unveiled a new exhibit called "Shifting Gears: A Cyclical History of Badger Bicyc...
  2. #LongForTheRide April Winner A little over a month ago we kicked off the #LongForTheRide campaign. Driven by the passion to help create incredible places for current and future generations to ride a bike, we asked the world to share their greatest biking stories, photos or videos. Selecting a winner is never easy, and with much deliberation our first monthly winner was selected: Jen, Dave and their young family from Bellingham, Washington. Her photo shows her two sets (yes, two!) of twins ready to head out for a family r...
  3. Measuring Human Performance in the Classroom We recently saw a tweet from the Biology teacher at Berlin High School in Berlin, Wisconsin, featuring our 300 Pro indoor cycle. His name is Dave Reich. He has been teaching Biology at Berlin High School for 28 years – he’s also the Science Chair. We reached out to him to learn more about what he does with our indoor cycle in the classroom. I am a Biology teacher at Berlin High School located 20 miles west of Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and have been for the last 28 years. Berlin High School...
  4. Interview with Pro Triathlete Emma Kate Kidbury Emma Kate Lidbury recently made the move from the UK to California, and with 4th place at Escape from Alcatraz and 1st at IM 70.3 Texas, her season is off to a fantastic start. Emma Kate is a very talented athlete and a great person, and we had the chance to sit down and ask her a few questions about her recent win in Texas. Tell us about your decision to come over to the states and base yourself here As I see it, I have a finite amount of time in which to achieve my potential as a profess...
  5. Pacing with Power in Competition Guest Post by Nick Traggis, Director of the Horizon Organic / Einstein Bros Cycling Team The widespread availability of reliable power measuring and feedback devices has provided a great toolset for more focused training in endurance sports like cycling and triathlon. However these tools can also be utilized to give advantages during competition. Anyone who has ever raced knows that the rush of excitement from competition can greatly mask your perceived exertion. However, by using real-time p...
  6. Almanzo 100: Lessons from Two Years of Gravel Racing If you have read my blog article from the race last year, you will know I went too hard at the start of the Almanzo 100 race and paid for it dearly from mile 50 to the finish. I vowed to actually rely on the sophisticated electronics and my analytical brain to select a sustainable pace in 2015. I knew from previous long hard-surface rides that I could maintain around 200 watts average power for over 5 hours. I was also able to determine from prior Almanzo 100 races I should be able to a...
  7. Nutrition Periodization for the Holidays Dietitian to Olympians, Bob Seebohar, sent over a holiday nutrition article for cyclists just like you. It isn't full of "eat this, not that" advice, but an introduction to Nutrition Periodization and how it can be applied to this time of year and all the food, sweets and drinks provided at every gathering. by Bob Seebohar, MS, RD, CSSD, CSCS, METS Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way...to the fridge! The holidays are here and with that comes another article about nutri...
  8. Free Your Bike and Your Soul Will Follow As I write this post, the snow is quietly falling in our hometown of Madison, Wisconsin. Thanksgiving was last week, and will quickly be followed by Christmas and a plethora of holidays (on top of the season's holidays, our family has THREE birthdays in month of December), ending with the transition to a New Year. This is the time of year for reflection, for thankfulness, and for looking toward the future. It's also the time of year that I begin the countdown to spring for its better ...
  9. Five Ways to Achieve Your Goals in 2015 by Bob Seebohar, MS, RD, CSSD, CSCS, METS It's that time of the year where goal setting becomes the main focal point for most individuals. There are many ways to go about achieving your goals, but the following five tips will help you achieve greatest success in 2015! 1. Focus on the process, not the outcome The most successful individuals who attain their goals focus on the process of getting there instead of the main outcome. There are two types of goals: outcome and process. Ou...
  10. Fueling the Engine with Pro Triathlete Emma-Kate Lidbury Ever wondered what a professional triathlete eats in the days leading up to a race? How do they ensure their bodies are ready to perform optimally? PowerTap sponsored athlete, Emma-Kate Lidbury, gives us an insight into what she typically eats — and why — in the days leading into a race. She works with Dr. Stacy Sims, of Osmo Nutrition, on all things fueling and diet related and together they have found a food plan that works for Emma-Kate (or Eccles as she is commonly known). Emma-Kate take...
  11. Driving, Training, and Finding Balance: Off-Road Racer Lance Haidet Shares Insights from the 2024 Season We talked with Off-Road racer and Saris Athlete, Lance Haidet, to talk through his thoughts on driving vs. flying to races, how the season has gone so far, his approach to indoor riding and more. Interviewer: Hey Lance, thanks for taking some time to talk. Where are you right now? Lance: "I am home finally. I feel like I haven't been home much in months. But yeah, San Luis Obispo, California." Interviewer: What’s the weather like there? Lance: "Even out here, the colors ar...
  12. Indoor vs Outdoor Cycling: Energy Expenditure By Bob Seebohar, MS, RD, CSSD, CSCS, METS II For many cyclists, 'tis the season to move workouts inside on the trainer. We all are aware of the convenience, environmental conditions, and safety differences of riding inside versus outside but this article will specifically highlight the nutritional differences between saddling-up outside versus inside. When it comes to the major nutritional differences, there are really only two main messages: energy expenditure and hydra...
  13. You've Decided to Buy a Bike Trainer. Now What? Whether you're extending your season as daylight wanes or looking for a very focused workout, the indoor bicycle trainer is your best solution when riding outdoors isn't feasible. But which trainer is best for you, your goals and your environment?Simply put, how does one start the process of riding on a trainer? Let's take a closer look. Factors that Impact Indoor Training Choose Your Adventure First, think about your goal for indoor training. Is this a time to simply ride b...
  14. Cycling in the Comfort of Home: Choosing the Right Trainer for You Find the best indoor bike trainer for you with a little help from Saris. Whether you’re training for an event or looking for a way to stay on your bike in the cold or rainy weather, indoor cycling trainers have likely already made their way into your routine. Indoor cycling has a range of benefits, including time efficiency, uninterrupted rides, beating bad weather, and more. And, these days, indoor cycling trainers are even more connected than ever. With Bluetooth® connectivity and ANT...
  15. Reflecting on the Journey The excerpt below is from Matt Dixon’s new book, Fast-Track Triathlete: Balancing a Big Life with Big Performance in Long-Course Triathlon (VeloPress, 2017). "While I am a professional triathlete, I also juggle the enjoyable yet challenging commitments of family and being CEO of Picky Bars. If I simply chased a traditional program, without consideration of my life stressors, I would be sure to find myself on a journey to failure." Jesse Thomas, CEO of Picky Bars and Professional...
  16. Training Intensity in the Off Season The off season? I don't think there really should be such a thing for amateur athletes. To me, the off season is about keeping your fitness, not losing it. After I finished my career as a pro cyclist, I still trained pretty hard in the spring and summer and thought I needed to take time off in the winter like I did when I raced professionally. I started to realize that the more time I took off, the harder and longer I had to work in the winter/spring to get myself back to where I was at t...