Do You Have What It Takes To Ride The Elliptigo

Do you have what it takes to ride the Elliptigo? I know I do and you can to!

Lifetime Stats To Date

Pretty amazing how many miles I have done on the Elliptigo. It is the best thing that ever happened to me!

Rails To Trails Article Of My Century Ride

While the article is not exact, it is still very cool to be written up in this publication about my century ride.

Tips for your Elliptigo ride - Cleaning your wheels and sweat on your ride

Here are a couple of tips for your ride to help keep your wheels clean should they get wax or debree on them and what to wear around your neck for absorb sweat.

Video taped riding the Elliptigo

I was riding the Elliptigo and some driving by recorded me.

My first Elliptigo ride since doing the century ride

Officially #74 on the Elliptigo Century List

I am officially on the list @ #74: http://www.elliptigo.com/ElliptiGO-Century-Club. It is very exciting and so honored to be part of this unique club.

My Official Century Ride 3.23.13

100 miles done. Officially in the Elliptigo Century Club. 9:50:11 including stops. http://connect.garmin.com/activity/288396195

Pictures from the event:

 https://www.dropbox.com/sh/9j9l6a02ocz7pfa/AAAADUM4yoqDmFq7AxlFuC90a?dl=0

My First Elliptigo Wipeout-Fall

I went on a tune up ride for my Century ride and was leaving my apartment. I got to this corner where the ground was wet. All of the sudden, I lost control of my Elliptigo and fell hard on the cement on my right side. I yelled out quite a loud yell as the maintenance staff heard me. I got up and gave them the thumbs up that I was ok. I thought I tore my apparel but was nothing was ripped. I thought I hit my head and banged up my helmet, but the helmet is ok.

Then I went to pick my Elliptigo up to see what damage there was. The drive arm and the bottom area below where the words Elliptigo got a bit scratched. up.

This sure was a lesson for me to be careful when the ground is wet and going around a turn. Best to go very slow.

 

Garmin Edge 500

I recently got the Gamin Edge 500 for my Elliptigo rides. After using the Garmin Edge 305 for several years, I was finding that the battery life was not going to last for the long distance rides. I spent time researching which model would work for me and I found the 500 Edge would meet all my expectations.  I like the face that I can get 18 hours of battery life, lots of features, quick release and light weight.

To learn more, click on the link below.

Product Description

Edition: Silver/Blue

Sharpen your cycling performance with Edge 500, a lightweight GPS-based cycling computer for performance-driven cyclists. Loaded with data, Edge 500 tracks your distance, speed, location and elevation with high sensitivity GPS. Add an ANT+ compatible heart rate monitor, speed/cadence sensor or compatible power meter for a finely-tuned analysis of your ride.

Product Features Edition: Silver/Blue Lightweight GPS-based cycling computer tracks your distance, speed, location and elevation with high-sensitivity GPS Barometric altimeter pinpoints changes in elevation for extra-precise climb and descent data Work with third-party ANT+-enabled power meters to display your power output in watts as you ride Use with optional heart rate monitor to hit your targets, track calories burned, and more Join a worldwide network of cyclists through Garmin Connect, a one-stop site for data analysis and sharing

Safety On Your Rides

Safety is always important when riding your Elliptigo. Should you have an emergency and you need medical assistance then be sure to download this free app. Ride ID is an ICE (in case of emergency) app for cyclists. It affords peace of mind, by allowing cyclists to conveniently and securely display their emergency contact details and medical information on their device's lock screen.

In the event of an accident, this vital information can be accessed immediately by paramedics, critically saving time and potentially saving lives.

Stay safe. Never ride along. Always ride with RideID.

For the Android version, Click Here

For the Apple version, Click Here


                            

Banana Saver and Holder for your Elliptigo Rides

Having a banana saver and holder for my Elliptigo rides have been a challenge. I put them in a carrying bag and by the time I want to eat it, the banana is moshed, bruised and not eatable. With the banana saver and holder, I can now count on being able to eat the banana. This is a USA made product as well.

Run Speed One X-Socks

Run Speed One X-Socks are Amazing. I never knew socks can feel so good on my feet. I have been researching X-Bionic and found they have some of the best technology when it comes to clothing. The shirts were out of my budget at the moment, but when I cam across these socks and the reviews, I said that these will work so I ordered them.

I have been riding the Elliptigo since January 2011 and one of the challenges has been my feet getting hot and tingling in my feet. This past Saturday, I did a 63 mile ride and got to try the socks for the first time. My feet felt great on the ride. They stayed cool, dry and no tingling. Then today I did a 27 mile ride and wore one of these socks on one foot and the socks I normally wear on the other feet. The foot with these socks definitely felt cooler and drier then the socks I have been wearing. These socks are a must have for all my future rides. Good new ladies, there is a version for you as well. Don't wait, order these and thank me later.
                                                  

                  

Recovery Drink

For me, a good recovery drink is important. I have tried many over the years and finally found one that I love! It is called the http://amzn.to/16ioIP6.

Vega sport recovery accelerator is the first all-natural, plant-based recovery drink mix specifically developed to address all six key elements of post-workout recovery, including muscle glycogen replenishment, muscle tissue repair and protein synthesis, hormonal support, soft-tissue repair, immune function, inflammation-reduction and rehydration.

Banana Holder and Saver

This is a great way to carry Bananas on the Go without moshing them. The Banana Saver eliminates the problem of packing a banana "on the go". This USA made product is designed to protect individual bananas from getting bruised until time of consumption. Its small size will appeal to sport's enthusiasts where space is a premium. Perfect for backpackers, bicyclists, golfers, climbers and campers!

Here is a healthy alternative for bananas

63 Mile Ride 3.9.12

I had a great ride today. It was a cool so it made the ride easier, but it was also a bit windy.

Finishing up my ride. Thumbs up!

My 100 Mile Ride 2.24.13

What a day it was. My first 100 mile day. 

Ride Details: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/277362590

 

SF invention takes the elliptical machine outdoors

http://abclocal.go.com/kgo/story?section=news/health&id=8967328

Stretching

Stretching before and after my Elliptigo ride is very important. Here is video of some of the stretches I do after my rides.

                

Forum

I have created a forum to connect Elliptigo riders with each other along with other helpful tips and information. Please be sure to visit the Forum and register free: http://gocentral.freeforums.org

How I got started with the Elliptigo

I'm SId Scheck and I've been riding the ElliptiGO since January 2011. I first learned about the ElliptiGo on the local news and then went to a local dealer to demo an 8S. I fell in love with the ElliptiGO and knew I needed to purchase one. I was an avid tennis player since I was about 7 years old and had to give it up due to back injuries. I was also a runner through high school. In fact, I ran the 1986 NYC Marathon in 3.5 hours, but also stopped running due to back issues. The ElliptiGO peeked my interest on many levels as I can get an incredible workout and have fun while exercising.

Since purchasing an ElliptiGO, I have exceeded many goals including doing an Official Century ride in March 2013 joining the official Century Club #74: http://lovethego.blogspot.com/search/label/century%20club. What a thrill it was to complete this feat. It far exceed my expectations of a goal to reach.

Over the past 3.5 years of owning an ElliptiGO, I have shared a a lot of valuable tips, products and information to make the ElliptiGO a better experience via video https://www.youtube.com/user/LoveTheGO and Forum: http://gocentral.freeforums.org. I will continue adding information and hope it will be of help to you and your experience of being an ElliptiGO owner. Please feel free to reach out to me anytime you have any questions @ lovethego@gmail.com or call 561-865-6520.