Master Your Race Week: 7-Day Taper and Nutrition Tips

The Science

This 7-day pre-race plan exists for one simple reason:
to get you to the start line slightly bored, mildly twitchy, and annoyingly fresh –> That’s the “sweet spot”.

It’s built on two ideas that sports science actually agrees on (a rare event):
tapering and nutrition periodization.
No crystals.
No miracle powders.
Just physiology doing its thing if you don’t mess with it.

Training Taper: Doing Less Is a Skill

Tapering is the controlled art of not ruining months of work in the final week.

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Find Water (And Coffee) Along Your GPX Route Easily

As the old proverb says:

“To find water, follow the path of the antelope.”

But in other cases, when you are planning a long ride, hike, or bikepacking trip and wondering where you can safely refill water? GPX Water Mapper helps you find potable water sources along any GPX route — quickly, privately, and for free.

Try it, explore the code, and join the (dev) community:

Live demo: water-on-route.fly.dev
Source code: github.com/greenido/water-on-route

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Weather 4 Bike: From Forecasts to Ride Decisions

Why

Most weather apps just tell you the numbers—temperature, wind, UV, etc.—but as cyclists, we need to know what those numbers mean for the ride.

Weather 4 Bike bridges that gap: it translates raw weather forecasts into clear, activity-aware guidance for road, gravel, and MTB. With one glance, you know whether to head out, wait, or change routes.

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The Best Road Rides in the Bay Area 🚴‍♂️

The Bay Area (San Jose to San Francisco) is a dream playground for road cyclists: ocean views, towering redwoods, lung-busting climbs, and rewarding descents all within a few pedal strokes. Whether you’re training for a big event or just out to explore, the Peninsula and Santa Cruz Mountains offer some of the most iconic rides in California.

Below are six of my favorite road rides in the Bay Area, complete with Strava route links, ride highlights, coffee stop suggestions, and a few bathroom tips to make your day in the saddle smoother.

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The Everest Challenge on Wheels – Finding the Best Climbs for Everesting on Your Bike

Everesting is fiendishly simple: Pick any hill, anywhere in the world, and complete repeats of it in a single activity until you climb 8,848m – the equivalent height of Mt Everest.

The Everest Challenge, initially popularized by mountaineers, has now extended its allure to cycling. “Everesting” on your bike involves the formidable task of climbing the equivalent elevation gain of Mount Everest, a staggering 8,848 meters (29,029 feet), in a single ride. To conquer this extraordinary feat, selecting the best climbs becomes paramount.

In this blog post, we will explore the key factors to consider when searching for the best climbs to Everest on your bike. As a bonus, you can use the script below to search Strava for the best hills in your area.

[Update 1/2026] --> Check the new web app that will help you find the best climb(s) near you.

“fiendishly simple, yet brutally hard.
Everesting is the most difficult climbing challenge in the world.”

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The Best Gravel Routes Around the Bay Area

Bicycles may change, but cycling is timeless.

Cycling is an excellent way to exercise that offers numerous health benefits. It provides a low-impact cardiovascular workout that helps improve heart health, strengthens muscles, and enhances overall fitness. It is a great way to stay active and improve physical well-being. However, the real gem is the smile it will put on your face.

What’s even better?
To ride your bike off-road.

Over the last few years, gravel bikes have become increasingly popular. This trend lets riders experience the best of both worlds – on-road and off-road cycling. It enables riders to explore a wider variety of terrains and locations.