Monthly Archives: December 2008

Winter Training – Building the engine

Building the engine: Since we are approaching our cold season, it is likely that most of us aren’t racing any triathlons any time soon. If you are like me, you’ve already taken a short break from training and are eager to get back into some healthy living. This time of year shouldn’t be for going [...]

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Avoid Cervélo’s Announced Price Increase in 2009

With the depressed Canadian dollar and increases in prices for manufacturing, Cervélo has announced a 10% increase in price on all models of triathlon and road bikes in 2009.  SpeedTheory will honour 2008 pricing on all 2009 bikes for orders placed prior to December 31st.  If you come into the store, place an order and [...]

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SpeedTheory Christmas Gift Packs

Need a stocking stuffer?  We have three special gift packages:  The $30 package includes a SpeedTheory water bottle ($5.99), a pair of easy laces ($7.99) and the triathlete training diary ($17.99) The $50 package includes a SpeedTheory water bottle ($5.99), a pair of easy laces ($7.99), a triathlete training diary ($17.99) plus a tube of Nuun [...]

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The 7 most common mistakes made in the off season

1. Don’t take a break Many people feel they need to go right back to what they know and start training again right after their goal race of the season. This approach will lead to training fatigue/boredom or worse injury. It is essential to take some time off of exclusive triathlon training and enjoy doing [...]

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SpeedTheory Cycling Team AGM

  The Speed Theory Cycling team had a very successful season in 2008. The focus of the team is to introduce new riders, veteran riders, and triathletes to bike racing and foster a healthy lifestyle that will keep people on the road. Our approach to our club has encouraged training and racing as a team, [...]

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Compression Clothing Controversy- Does it Work?

This is a compilation of a number of previous posts… Compression clothing….. There is a lot of talk about it.  Does it improve performance? Does it improve recovery? or Does it just look dumb? When I spoke to Torbjørn Sindballe at Interbike in Las Vegas in September 2007, he said that he had everything dialed in [...]

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Top 10 Stocking Stuffers for the Triathlete

Do you have a triathlete on your list that you are having trouble buying for?  Here are the SpeedTheory Top Ten Products to buy for the Triathlete on your list:     1. The Triathlete’s Training Diary ($17.99) – The diary with tips and advice from world renown triathlete coach Joel Friel is a great [...]

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Sable Optics Goggles

Watch the Video: Sable optics goggles Try them on and you’ll see why these swim goggles are recognized by pro and elite triathletes, competitive swimmers, and eye doctors for their precise optics, comfort, and safety – Sable WaterOptics are the best choice for the professional and other serious athlete.  Learn More About Sable Optics Goggles [...]

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