The Tour De France is a unique test. Weeks long, extreme temperature variations, exhaustive exercise day after day, and otherworldly nutritional demands; Is there a better place to learn and maximize performance for the athlete?  One of the areas of deep interest over the last several years is the relationship of hydration, thermoregulation, and performance. This is especially important as we enter the summer here in Asia where temperatures soar . . .

The latest in our installment from resident coach, and writer extraordinaire - Matt McNamara weighs in on the 'How To" of technical climbing. Be warned readers - these tips will help on the road AND the mountain.

What is the point? The question ahead of that question can come from any of a number of perspectives. Is Floyd Landis telling the truth now, has he ever told the truth? Who’s racing clean? Who isn’t? Are the performances in this most entertaining of Giro legitimate? Did he or didn’t he?