4314grt@houxf.UUCP (08/05/83)
Firstly sew-ups vs clinchers: I race, commute to work, and occasionally tour. Sew-ups are indeed the best for speed and ease. The modern clinchers certainly beat the old ones and are preferable for touring and commuting. I use 27 x 1 Specialized clinchers vs Continental 240-g sew-ups. The price of the latter rules them out for rough use ($40 apiece). Winter, nonbike training. If you want to keep in shape for skiing or want to avoid running, try roller skiing. It is good here in New Jersey to get in shape for XC skiing before the snow. I got mine in Vermont; they are sold by Reliable Racing Supply, too. Good lights. Ed Kearney in Virginia sells lights with which you can actually see. Many of us at BTL Holmdel use them. I use a 35-watt lite on one bike. George Tomasevich BTL and Middletown, NJ