Hydration
The Racer’s Dilemma: Water Bottles or a Hydration Pack?
When you coach and crew for a lot of endurance athletes, you spend a lot of time discussing the choice between bottles and a hydration pack. The reason is because both are perfect; they’re just not perfect for every situation.
Aid Station Strategy Guide
In long endurance races and supported stage races like Pikes Peak APEX, time gained and lost in aid stations can make a big difference. At events with time cuts or prizes for sub-whatever finish times, riders often miss out by wasting too much time idling at aid stations. The 2022 Pikes Peak APEX presented by RockShox features well stocked and staffed aid stations. We’re looking forward to greeting you, getting your refueled, and sending you on your way. Here’s how to make the best use of aid stations.