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06-01-16, 01:37 PM
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06-04-16, 01:42 PM
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But not for bike riding..."45 Minutes"
Good to know!
My morning routine is a medium cup of joe with an honey oak bar while I check the financial markets. That promotes a visit to Johnny. Then I follow with an 8oz. sugar free RedBull mixed with 8oz. of tart cherry juice.
I'm good to go!
Funny thing is, I'm more buzzed after a good ride than before.
06-04-16, 02:37 PM
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I measure my coffee consumption by pounds, not milligrams, but I usually consume a large Americano (4 shots of espresso) before a long ride. Keeps my caffeine level in the acceptable range for an old Swede.
06-04-16, 03:57 PM
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Nah .... when I started cycling I used to smoke weed, a spliff 5 minutes before you cycle, and you can ride all day at fast speed
much better than coffee.
I have not smoked for several months now as I'm on a health kick, but i will have a joint when it's my birthday and I will go for a good fast far ride and smash some strava records
much better than coffee.
I have not smoked for several months now as I'm on a health kick, but i will have a joint when it's my birthday and I will go for a good fast far ride and smash some strava records
06-04-16, 04:19 PM
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Caffeine can give you a bit of a performance boost, but how much depends on your personal physiology. I think most of these "energy" gels, drinks, etc. are pricey gimmicks.
06-04-16, 06:43 PM
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Due to already being a nervous person (I take medication to keep me from getting too jittery), I have to drink decaf coffee and sodas. Having said that, on rides where I know it will require "effort" to complete, I will down a cup or two of regular coffee to get that little extra boost I know I'll need.
06-08-16, 12:16 PM
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Coffee and tea send me to sleep. Not good when driving, but decaff works better. Bet you lot never thought of tryin that. . .
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