Rivals: The story of Hinault, Fingon and Lemond Part 2
After the split between Hinault and Renault, we find Lemond getting the contract of a lifetime to become Hinault's super domestique. This lead to the...
Navigating a Privateer Life
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Every bike racer needs deserves to have their story told. Every bike holds a history of adventures that live with the exaggerated tales that are told over and over again to anyone close enough to hear them. Freebooter is dedicated to help guide you through the rough waters of being a privateer with stories of inspiration, tips on how to be a better racer, and to talk about the products that will help you hunt gold.
Rivals: The story of Hinault, Fignon and Lemond - Part 1
The epic finish of the 1989 Tour de France which ended in the tightest margin victory in the races history, just 8 seconds, was the culmination of a ...
Back Will Return Fitness It Will
Ways to ease your way back into training. Of course its more mental, its stupid cold and wet outside and the trainer is boring. You haven't lost you...
You don't know me - Ways self-awareness makes you a better racer
Knowing yourself is probably one of the most difficult ways to become a better cyclist and most likely a better person in general. The work will pay ...
Privateers need Psychology too guys
I was reading an article on Cycling Tips about Dr. David Spindler and how he helps pro cyclists in the peloton most notably the former Dimension Data ...
Tied House and The Last 5
I dig into the benefits of being tied to a specific brand or staying free of influence. Being able to approach a sponsor by knowing everything there i...
Wabi-Sabi- Embrace your imperfections
This weeks podcast is about the term wabi-sabi. Embracing the beauty of imperfection. If you have ever seen a run down place or enjoyed an older par...
Skills to supplement your racing
Finding skills that will help you add value to yourself as you approach sponsors. Whether its taking pictures or being a personal trainer, you can us...
I'm back
I'm finally back after all of my packing, moving, unpacking, unpacking, and unpacking. This week I have a Privateer tip on why not to eat a burrito a...
Failure in the Hype- The dangers of crowdsourced bike companies
This week I dip my toes into the dangers of the hyped up crowdfunded bike companies of SpeedX and Sick Bicycle Co. Two companies with completely diff...