12 10, 2021

Hit-and-Run Ain’t No Fun: Psychology of a Near-Death Bike Crash

By | October 12th, 2021|Categories: Cycling, Sports, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , , , , , |7 Comments

Every cyclist and triathlete recognizes, understands, and accepts the risks they are taking every time they climb into the saddle and go for a road ride. A distracted or reckless driver can mean serious injury or death. But, in my years of cycling and triathlon training and racing, I have avoided such intimate contact with [...]

27 07, 2021

Now You Can Afford a Disc Rear Wheel for Your Triathlon Bike!

By | July 27th, 2021|Categories: Cycling, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

One of the most fun aspects of being a triathlete for me has been buying all the cool gear including a fast triathlon bike (Diamondback Andean), a power meter (Quarq), bike computer (Garmin 830), super shoes (Saucony Endorphin Pro), TT helmet (POC Cerebel), the list goes on. I appreciate that all of this gear can [...]

2 06, 2021

Taylor Inks 19th Book Deal

By | June 2nd, 2021|Categories: Cycling, Latest News|Tags: , , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

I'm thrilled to announce that I've recently signed a contract to write my 19th book in an exciting collaboration with the Global Cycling Network (GCN), the largest cycling channel in the world, and Mark Beaumont, the world's leading adventure cyclist. Mark is best known for setting the world record for cycling around the world, more than 18,000 [...]

3 05, 2021

Meet My Partners: PowerBar

By | May 3rd, 2021|Categories: Cycling, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments

If you're an endurance athlete, you know PowerBar's long history of producing the world's best nutritional products to fuel you for the long haul.

3 05, 2021

Meet My Partners: ICAN Cycling Wheelsets

By | May 3rd, 2021|Categories: Cycling, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , |0 Comments

I’m excited to introduce a new partner, ICAN Wheelsets! Let me share the backstory on how I found ICAN and why I love their wheelsets for all of my bikes. Back in 2019 I decided it was time to buy myself a new road bike. My bike at the time was 12 years old and [...]

9 04, 2021

Meet My Partners: POC Helmets & Goggles

By | April 9th, 2021|Categories: Cycling, Ski Racing, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , , , |0 Comments

Over the last few years, I've established great relationships with some outstanding sports companies. I've partnered with them because they embody what I value in sports-related gear: innovative design, superior quality, and leading-edge performance, comfort, and looks. Over the next several weeks, I'll be introducing these exceptional companies to you so perhaps you will explore [...]

26 03, 2021

Meet My Partners: Trieye Sunglasses with Built-in Rearview Mirror

By | March 26th, 2021|Categories: Cycling, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

Over the last few years, I've established great relationships with some outstanding sports companies. I've partnered with them because they embody what I value in sports-related gear: innovative design, superior quality, and leading-edge performance, comfort, and looks. Over the next several weeks, I'll be introducing these exceptional companies to you so perhaps you will explore [...]

19 03, 2021

Meet My Partners: Jakroo Custom Apparel

By | March 19th, 2021|Categories: Cycling, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

Over the last few years, I've established great relationships with some outstanding sports companies. I've partnered with them because they embody what I value in sports-related gear: innovative design, superior quality, and leading-edge performance, comfort, and looks. Over the next several weeks, I'll be introducing these exceptional companies to you so perhaps you will explore [...]

12 03, 2021

Meet My Partners: Greg Rhodes, Ph.D., Exercise Physiologist & World-class Endurance Sport Coach

By | March 12th, 2021|Categories: Cycling, Triathlon|Tags: , , , , , , |0 Comments

Over the last few years, I've established great relationships with some outstanding sports companies. I've partnered with them because they embody what I value in sports-related gear: innovative design, superior quality, and leading-edge performance, comfort, and looks. Over the next several weeks, I'll be introducing these exceptional companies to you so perhaps you will explore [...]

20 06, 2016

Taylor Interview in Bicycling Magazine

By | June 20th, 2016|Categories: Cycling|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

I was recently interviewed by Bicycling magazine about the role of stress and enjoyment in cycling. If you're a roadie or an MTB rider, you may find it interesting. The article offers six stressful cycling habits and how to fix them. Here's the introduction: Cycling—like most exercise, we’re told—should ease stress. But sometimes we psych [...]