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Strength Meets Strength at Sun & Ski Sports

August 29, 2020 by
Jaylon Smith with his new Cannondale outside a Sun & Ski Sports with two employees.

What is a good way to build speed and endurance, all while spending time with family? The answer is biking! Imagine being able to head out with the family and explore the neighborhood, trails, or parks. At the end of the day, you’ve spent some quality family time while building up your body. Jaylon Smith knows all about this as he recently came to Sun & Ski Sports to get the full bike experience. It is where Jaylon found the tools to up his game.

Jaylon’s Strength

Jaylon Smith checking out a Giro helmet.

Professional football is all about being the best in the game and constantly working on your craft. For Jaylon Smith, he takes it a step further by being the best he can be for his team and fans. To do this, he added cycling to his routine. By cycling, Jaylon will be able to work out his lower body and build endurance and speed. Specifically, cycling works on strengthening your quadriceps, hamstrings, and calf muscles. It also helps build endurance as you push yourself to go further and faster. Cyclists often describe riding as a “state of mind.” When their bodies tell them to stop, they find that extra burst of energy to keep going. As a linebacker, whether Jaylon is pursuing the quarterback or plugging the gap, that state of mind to keep his body going will be invaluable.

Cannondale’s Strength

Closeup of a Cannondale Bike

To help Jaylon Smith achieve his goals, he chose a sweet Cannondale Topstone and a Cannondale Synapse. The Topstone is a great all-around bike built for the rigors of trails and gravel roads. While it can be a great road bike, it thrives on the uneven terrain from trails. This bike utilizes a rear Kingpin suspension to smooth out all those jolts and jostle you may experience from a trail. The Topstone can help you build your agility and work your quick-decision making skills as you react to elevation changes. All of these qualities are perfect for a top-tier linebacker. As for the Cannondale Synapse, it handles the roads and some light off-road well. Its main feature is the lightweight BallisTec carbon frameset. Built for the open road, this bike will help you go further on your rides. The Synapse is perfect to help Jaylon dominate the road and field. 

Top-Notch Service at Sun & Ski Sports

Jaylon Smith recieving top-notch service from Sun & Ski Sports Bike Techs.

If you are looking for a partner to help you choose your next bike, look no further than Sun & Ski Sports. Here, you can talk to one of our many cycling experts. Their knowledge and expertise on cycling allow you to choose the right bikes from the many choices on the market. Don’t know what kind of bike to get? Not a problem. Our online bike quiz can help you choose your next bike! After narrowing down your choices, our experts will guide you through the purchase process, which includes options for safety and hydration gear for the adventures ahead. 

The Sun & Ski Sports Difference 

Jaylon Smith holding up a Sun & Ski Sports bike jersey.

At Sun & Ski Sports, we are all about peak performances and the best adventures. To help anyone reach their goals, we’ve set ourselves apart by offering services like free lifetime bike adjustments and inspections, discounted services on store purchases, and our experts. Need more tips and tricks on biking? Read our blog and find helpful biking articles on topics such as safety, maintenance, and benefits to riding your bike.  If you have any more questions about cycling, feel free to reach out to us in-store or line at your local Sun & Ski Sports.