Blog - Lucca Cycling Club
Alison Testroete

How to Become a Better and Faster Cyclist

Nobody starts in the league of champions but with the right strategy, you, too, can become a better and faster cyclist.
Italian-Couple

Social Graces, Norms & How to Avoid Traffic Fines in Italy

Here’s how to add a touch of elegance and grace that’ll steal hearts and delight locals. If you’ll be driving in Italy, don’t overlook this!
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Why I Started Cycling

Sixteen is the ripe old age I started cycling which is twice the age most Italians start and (I'm guessing) less than half the age you did. No matter how old we are or when we started, we're all on a quest for…
cycling_tuscany

Why Bike Riding in Tuscany Will Change You

Ever feel like you shouldn't sweat the small stuff, but sometimes you just can't help it? Here’s what Tuscany can do for you.
Dish at Restaurant Giglio, Lucca

10 Unique Restaurants in Lucca

Ride to eat or eat to ride? Either or, any Lucca based cyclist knows how to pin down the best restaurants in Lucca and here’s how you can too.
Cycling-Florence

Lucca to Florence Renaissance Journey

Ever wish you could double up your recreation time? You know, accomplish other things while spending hours on end riding? Here’s just how to do that.
Cycling San Baronto

10 Must-See Cycling Climbs in Zona Lucca

Climbs in Lucca are like outfits: choose one based on your mood, your schedule, and the occasion. Here are ten (of many) to get your wheels turning.
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How to Be Your Own Cycling Coach

Here's a three-part semi-serious, mostly anecdotal guide on how to be your own cycling coach. Learn the three pillars of the HPP, or the High-Performance Program.

The Past and the Present

Stories from the road: training ride with former 2010 teammate, Gosia. She’s going for the pro Strade Bianche, and me the Gran Fondo.

Why Losing Doesn’t Always Suck

We say sport is all about winning, and it is, but it’s about a lot more, too. Here’s a perspective from former professional athlete.
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