RaceDay Ready with Todd Brown

WHAT IS THE BASELINE? The minimum effort to do and consider the week a win? It's important to have the least acceptable effort in mind...

THERE ARE COUNTLESS WAYS to get faster on the bike, which is why it is endlessly fascinating.  They range from physical to mechanical to mental to social to spiritual and...

A BEAUTIFUL DAY WAS ON TAP, and I was meeting two of my fave riding pals.  Always good and uplifting conversation, plenty of shredding on the downhills...

THIS JUST IN, UCI figures out how to squash another innovation and has the innovators crying foul. Was it for safety reasons? Worry over racers suffering carpel-braking syndrome...

When making a purchase I always go for the best quality available. I like things that last a long time and are extremely reliable. Given enough time and wear and tear...

I (ALMOST) ALWAYS SCAN THE RACE PHOTOS when the promoter sends out the link.  Yes, I like to see myself in action.  Who doesn't?  The thing is...

IF IT'S WORTH DOING, it's worth putting on the calendar. Things will come up, adjustments will have to be made.  It’s a lot easier to manage the unknown... ... when we have a plan. Here's how I work my plan....

WELL, IT' HAPPENED AGAIN.  Even though we've voted it down, we are back on standard time which means... ... we have a whole lot more morning light. If you wake up early enough,which you will do automatically,for the next day or...

FIGHTERS HAVE THEIR ENTRANCE SONGS, stadiums blare fight songs, civil war regiments went to battle with field bands... ... they all have a purpose. To send a signal. The signal,is to our brainsthat it's time to rumble. One of my...

TODAY WAS THE FINAL NOSCO RIDE.  It was my 3rd time doing this brutally hard charity commemorating Mike Nosco, who lost his life riding his bike.  Jack, his brother has... ... brought us one of the toughest and most beautiful...

THE FIRE TO CRUSH IT TOMORROW is out.  Just a pile of ashes with some lingering smoke.  It was a hot one for sure, starting small and burning a searing blaze for months... ... it was fun while it lasted. No doubt, when...

WE'RE ENTERING THE SILLY SEASON when so many bets are off.  Not all, but most riders and racers completely lose their minds in the next 60ish days... ... and it starts with Halloween. Of all the things I have in...

Welcome to the podcast! Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Vrzal, a renowned chiropractor and wellness expert who will be discussing common issues faced by cyclists. Join us as we explore overtraining, lower back pains, knee pain, and hand numbness, and discover practical tips to overcome these challenges and enhance performance. With Dr. Vrzal's expertise, this episode promises to be...

I CAN'T BELIEVE IT.  Someone's gone mad.  Could it really be true?  Nah, can't be. They said it could never happen, but it finally did... ... USA Cycling put out a calendar for the upcoming year. In October! Can't tell...

THE TEAMS AND RACERS are up in arms about 1 (one) gravel stage at next summers Tour de France.  Why not?  It's not like we want to see the best bike racer in the world... ... well, I do. I...

HOW DO YOU KNOW IT WAS A HARD RACE? It could be that I'm still super dehydrated, and not really hungry.  That's common, this is novel: struggling to control the van's accelerator pedal on the way home... ... my shin was...

IT'S COMMON KNOWLEDGE cyclists are super strong forwards and backwards, and weak as a salt cratered aluminum Fischer Hoo Koo Ekoo from the 90's when it comes to... ... side to side strength. What can we do about that? A lot....

WE'RE THINKING OF GETTING OUR 13 YEAR OLD a coach.  So began a recent email asking for my thoughts.  The short answer is Yes.  But, Maybe is the... ... longer more thoughtful answer. Coaches can be awesome when the timing is right....

THE SUN WASN'T UP YET.  Soon the sky would begin to lighten, imperceptibly. For me, it was another reminder of... ... how long it's taken to figure much of this sport out. It wasn't over night,not a flash of inspiration......

WE HAVE THIS WEIRD THING HAPPENING on one of our group rides.  It can be frustrating for some.  Not unique, just what happens... ... and I think we could do better. It occurs over time, as riders figure out who's who,and what... Stay connected with us: Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pedal Indus...

AFTER TRAVELING TO UTAH AND BACK, it was time to get back on the routine; which meant it was time to do the strength work.  Four days had passed... ... and I felt it. Oh, how I hate lifting weight.... Stay connected with us: Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pedal Industries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

HOW FAR OUT SHOULD WE START TRAINING for the next 'A' race?  It's a good question, with several things to consider.  Regardless of the variables... ... there are two answers. Before we get to the correct answer, we have to consider:... Stay connected with us: Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

I WAS TRYING TO REMEMBER the first time I felt competitive.  Not the feeling of having a chance to win.  The one before that, of... ... wanting to win. Not, the Oh, look I won a prize kinda win. Or the,I beat grampa... Stay connected with us: Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pedal Industries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

I'D HEARD ABOUT IT, and looked forward to seeing it in person.  The race director had kindly nudged and nudged and nudged me, until I drove ... 500 miles to see it for myself. A miracle? Close. Why? Because of... Stay connected with us: Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pedal Industries⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

THERE IS A FEELING that most people never experience.  I had it today.  Many times.  If only we felt this, not just once, but often... ... maybe there'd be a little more hope. Weightlessness. Not the kind during an Oh shift! moment. Stay connected with us: Follow us on Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pedal Indus...