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A Clydesdale is a cyclist over 6' or 200 pounds. I'm Mike Wendland and this site is for the Clydesdale community and everyone in pursuit of fitness and fun through bicycling.

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Archive for August, 2007

Lose Weight By Mountain Bike Riding

Thursday, August 30th, 2007

From Tim Gorman, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
There have been a lot of strange diets and fitness systems recently but they are not always a lot of fun. One of the latest fitness and exercise fads is to lose weight by mountain bike riding. Mountain biking is one of the most fun things that you can do […]

How To Stay Positive During A Weight Loss Plateau

Sunday, August 26th, 2007

From Glenn Freiboth, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
Have you hit a plateau in your weight loss which is when your scale seems to be stuck at the same weight for days or sometimes weeks? If you are there right now, dont panic! Its only a temporary condition and you will be losing again if you just keep […]

Bike Riding for Weight Loss: Tips for Beginning A Bicycling Plan

Tuesday, August 21st, 2007

From Sharyl Calhoun, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
If you are one of those people who leisurely pedal around the block or over a flat stretch of scenic road, you’ve probably been riding for sheer pleasure. Riding bikes for pleasure is a good form of aerobic exercise. But unless you map out a plan to “push yourself,” you […]

How to Get a Great Deal on a Used Bicycle

Thursday, August 16th, 2007

From Rick Kern, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com

Lets Start with How to Buy a Used Bike Cheap First you need to become very knowledgeable about what you want. Looking at New Bicycles will educate you about what type of bike you want and what is available. Test ride and learn as much as you can about new […]

Your truck, your bike and you

Saturday, August 11th, 2007

From Getrude Sayzer, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com

A pickup truck is a vehicle that is commonly used for off-road adventures and usually once destination is reached the rest of the outdoor fun is continued by means of biking. Pickup trucks have a lot of space at the back that can accommodate lots of cargoes including a bike. […]

Let’s ride Polly Ann!

Saturday, August 4th, 2007

Just came back from a terrific ride on the Polly Ann Trail that runs from near Lake Orion some 14-plus miles into up past the village of Leonard, and then connects with a 20-mile section through Lapeer County.
It’s a mix of crushed asphalt much like the Paint Creek Trail, and a 6-mile section of asphalt, […]

Preventive Maintenance For Your Bicycle

Thursday, August 2nd, 2007

From Gregg Hall, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
Like all mechanical contraptions, your bicycle is vulnerable to wear and tear caused by regular use and exposure to the elements. Routine preventive maintenance will keep your bicycle in peak condition and safe for riding throughout the year. Although some bicycle repair and maintenance is best performed by a qualified […]

Bike Tour Packing List

Thursday, August 2nd, 2007

From Reg Gupton, special to ClydesdaleFitness.com
This bike tour packing list is definitive. It has been tested and proven on many trips. Every item is essential even if it may look marginal. Some people never carry cooking gear. They eat in restaurants along the way. You may choose to carry yours if that is your style.
Traveling […]