Joined: Dec 2004
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From: Middle of da Mitten
Bikes: Trek 7500, RANS V-Rex, Optima Baron, Velokraft NoCom, M-5 Carbon Highracer, Catrike Speed
Water weight is GOOD weight for biking. Carbos in general cause your body to store more water. On the flip-side, go carb-free for a few days and you'll lose 10 pounds. Of course carbs are what your body uses for immediate muscle fuel, and you'll gain it back as soon as you resume a normal diet.