We're taking your questions on today's podcast to come up with the beginner's guide to bike racing. Join us live and let us know what you wish you knew when you started out, or what you still don't understand about the nuanced world of bike racing.

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TOPICS COVERED IN THIS EPISODE

Nutrition, pacing and equipment strategies for Tahoe Trail 100
How to get into bike racing
Which type of bike racing is best for beginners?
How to find a group to ride with?
How fast should you be before signing up for a bike race?
Why bike skill is more important than fitness for new racers
How to save energy in a race
What category should you race?
Should new racers compete in Elite and Masters categories?
How to upgrade categories in USAC
Why ketosis isn't a practical solution for cycling
Drills to make you a faster sprinter
A pre-race checklist for new racers
How to find a nearby bike race
Should new bike racers get a one-day or annual USAC license?
Pre-race nutrition for bike racers
The first thing you need to do when you arrive at a bike race
Should you warmup before a bike race?
Should you carry spares and tools during a bike race?
What tire pressure is best for road racing
Why lubing your chain before you ride is a bad idea
Do you need to warm up on the trainer before a race?
What it means to "hold your line"
How close do you have to ride to people in a pack?
How to know when you are in the draft
How long should you pull during a bike race?
Why racing in the rain isn't that scary
Should you just sit in during your first bike race?
Why getting dropped in a bike race is not a failure
How to know when you should upgrade categories
Tips for racing in a small field
Which type of mountain bike race is best for beginners
What are the rules for passing in mountain biking?
What bike is best for beginner mountain bikers?
What category should you race when transferring disciplines?
Why you should never look back when you hear a crash
How to pin your number like a pro
Do heavy riders need to train differently than light riders?
Should beginner riders use flat pedals or clips?

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