193. In our testing, bikes equipped with Powertap power meters mounted to even the finest trainers can read as much as 20 percent below actual power. Not to worry; understand this and have your own indoor power numbers.

194. Cyclists and crash-course diets go hand-in-hand, but know if you are losing more than a pound a week, there is a good chance you will put it back on. Always make sure to weigh yourself the same time of day, and twice a week is fine.

195. There are no shortcuts in obtaining cycling fitness. There is no substitute for saddle time. Just be sure as hard as you push yourself, that every fourth week you decrease your hours by 50 percent. This is called a “recovery week”; this is your friend.

196. We love the social media age, but can you at least run your Tweet through your “Will anyone really care?” filter before pressing “post.”

197. Speaking of Twitter, for important news events make sure to follow @roadbikeaction.com.

198. As cyclists, we demand to be treated fairly by motorized vehicles, but we need to do our part. Stop at red lights and stop signs. If you don’t, you are asking for trouble for all of us.

199. We all see it: A kid pushing a bike up a hill with no flat tires. Why? Dad never taught him how to shift. Take the time to teach a kid how to use the gears.

200. Mounting valve extenders to deep-dish wheels: 1) Always loosen the Presta valve to the maximum. 2) Teflon tape the Presta threads (we prefer Zipp extenders as they use a 3mm Allen wrench for tightening). 3) With clear electrical tape, apply one wrap to the extender where it meets the valve hole. This assures it will not rattle against the rim hole - the valve will be silent and hold air when you inflate.

201. Looking to remove a tubular in a hurry? You can always leave about a 2-inch section unglued to get a prying device between tire and rim. Always be sure to not harm your rim when prying the tire off.

202. Braking from long downhills can result in heating tubular rims to the point that tubular glue may harden, and the glue can become dry and brittle. To test, partially deflate the tubular and try to roll the tire off the rim to get a sense of the tire and rim bond.

203. Always have your food wrapper pre-opened in your jersey; fumbling around at 25 mph trying to tear open a bar can be a little unnerving. In race mode, don’t hesitate putting the bar in the leg of your short if you need to get at it quickly and safely.