• Ride with George Flickinger!
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    Weather's impact on Tulsa Tough races

    Meteorologist George Flickinger began the Tulsa Tough as a cyclist, but was pushed into duty for his metorological skills when storms started threatening the area.

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      Timeline of the Tulsa Tough race

      The Medio Fondo event of Tulsa Tough has just ended for meteorologist George Flickinger. How'd he do? Here's a timeline of his ride that started at 7:30 this morning.

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      How we streamed George's bike ride live

      So how exactly did we make it possible for you to ride along with George during his 100k trek across Green Country?
      INSIDE | How we did it | Behind the scene pictures

    Tulsa Tough news and notes


    1. Hosting riders from out of town

      Hosting riders from out of town

      Many of the riders in this weekend's Tulsa Tough will be from out of town. But where do they all stay? We have the inside look from a couple who've opened up their home as a host house.

      • Who says a 65-mile bike ride is tough?!

        Who says a 65-mile bike ride is tough?!

        Riding 100k - about 65 miles - during the Tulsa Tough really isn't as awful as it might seem! It's really not difficult if you build up to it - nearly anyone can do an endurance event.

        • Tulsa Tough brings millions to city

          Tulsa Tough brings millions to city

          The Tulsa Tough is back in town, bringing in thousands of fans. City officials say it's a huge boost to the local economy.

        • Downtown streets close this weekend

          Downtown streets close this weekend

          Several downtown streets will be closed for Tulsa Tough events and the Tulsa Pride Festival.

        • 4th time's the charm! Right?

          4th time's the charm! Right?

          In my previous three attempts, I'm yet to have a "normal" experience in the Tulsa Tough.

          • What is Tulsa Tough?

            What is Tulsa Tough?

            The quick answer is that Tulsa Tough is a three-day cycling festival. But there's so much more to it than just that!

            • Bicycling by the numbers

              Bicycling by the numbers

              Have you ever thought about how many calories you could burn, money you could save on gas, or the health benefits if you were to take up bicycling? You might be surprised at the numbers!

              • VIDEO: Behind the handlebars of 67-miler

                VIDEO: Behind the handlebars of 67-miler

                What's the view like behind the handlebars during a 67-mile bike ride? We've got the video from George Flickinger's race during the Medio Fondo event of the Tulsa Tough Saturday.

              • Helpful ways to stay hydrated

                Helpful ways to stay hydrated

                With the temperatures already starting to get near 100 degrees here in Tulsa, now is the time to start thinking about keeping yourself hydrated, especially when you're on the bike.

                • Adjusting your bike to fit your need

                  Adjusting your bike to fit your need

                  It doesn't matter if you're a competitive cyclist or someone who just likes to get out for the occasional ride through the neighborhood. Having a bike that fits your needs is important to getting the most out of your ride.

                  • Picking out the right road bike

                    Picking out the right road bike

                    When looking to purchase a new bike, Lee's Bicycles recommends you ask yourself six self-defining questions.

                    • Cycling vs driving - What are the costs?

                      Cycling vs driving - What are the costs?

                      If you've never had the opportunity to calculate the savings if you were to bike for your commute instead of driving, you might be surprised at the amount of money you could save.

                      Julie's Run Blog


                      1. Julie's Final Tulsa Run Blog

                        Julie's Final Tulsa Run Blog

                        Still riding her runner's high, Julie sits down to write one final Tulsa Run blog.

                        • Getting Personal: Race Day Dedications

                          Getting Personal: Race Day Dedications

                          She's taken you through her training. Today in her final pre-Tulsa Run blog, Julie gets really personal.

                          • Running Quotes & Race Times

                            Running Quotes & Race Times

                            A little bit of business and some food for thought. Today, Julie lists your Tulsa Run Race day start times and shares her favorite running quotes.

                            • Tulsa Run gets some star power

                              Tulsa Run gets some star power

                              You don't have to be a fan of the NBC show to be a fan of Green Country's own star of the Biggest Loser. Danny Cahill joins Julie in the Tulsa Run this weekend. He's talking about shrinking waistlines and expanding horizons.

                              • Tulsa Run tips for the week

                                Tulsa Run tips for the week

                                The Tulsa Run is just days away, so what should you be doing in these final days to prepare? Julie turns to an expert with a coach's pre-run pep talk!

                                Dan's Weather Blog


                                1. Dan's Blog: Flu gives winter a bad rap

                                  Dan's Blog: Flu gives winter a bad rap

                                  It's flu season. But before you blame it on the weather, know this: weather does not cause the flu.

                                  • Dan's Blog: Winter 2012 prep

                                    Dan's Blog: Winter 2012 prep

                                    Believe it or not, the cold is on its way. Here are some necessary preparations.

                                    • Dan: Winter facts, figures and folklore

                                      Dan: Winter facts, figures and folklore

                                      Predicting the upcoming season's weather has always been difficult, if not impossible. Here's a look at what a few sources and I say about this winter.

                                      • Is this about helping or about hype?

                                        Is this about helping or about hype?

                                        The Weather Channel has decided to make a formal effort to begin naming "noteworthy" winter storms in an effort to get your attention and better inform the public about upcoming major winter events. Click inside for the names

                                        • Dan: Growing's 2nd season has begun

                                          Dan: Growing's 2nd season has begun

                                          Summer's heat is over and it's now time to get back in the garden and get your fall plants started.

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