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The Sports Archives – The Ultimate Guide To Cycling Survival

Image by TimothyJ So you’ve finally decided to swap four wheels for two by setting out to work for the first time on your bicycle. But before you take the commuting plunge, you’ll want to check out these top tips … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – The World’s Most Inspirational Racing Drivers!

The 5 Most Inspirational Racing Drivers Professional race car drivers inspire awe in most people as they whip around the track at speeds that would make most people lose their minds. It is not a sport for the faint hearted. … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – 10 Most Lucrative Sports Shirt Sponsorship Deals Of All Time!

These are the top ten most lucrative shirt sponsorship deals associated with sports teams: 1. Manchester United – £45 million a year (Chevrolet) Manchester United top this list with a shirt sponsorship deal that will take effect in 2014/2015. This … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Tracing The Origins Of The Modern Rugby Boot!

When it comes to footwear, the kaleidoscopic range of colours and myriad of shapes that are available to Rugby players today means that you’d be forgiven for thinking that a typical game is as much of a fashion show as … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Playing In The Mud!

The idea of playing in the mud is something that has entertained many of us since we were young children. While we may have been punished or even grounded for getting dirty back then, the picture is much brighter as … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Sports Memorabilia Facts and Figures!

The world of sports memorabilia and the collection of sports equipment signed by your favorite athlete is a long growing institution all over the globe.  What is valued more than the price and appraisal of the actual collectible, is the … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Tips On Perfecting Your Golf Swing!

There may be no such thing as the perfectly maneuvered golf swing that works for everyone, but all swings contain some common fundamentals. The basics for a good golf swing all include posture, setup, grip, aim, and swing. Before you … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – The 10 Best Women Tennis Players To Follow On Twitter!

There are few things more intense than a spirited game of tennis. If you find yourself counting down to Grand Slam events such as the US Open or Wimbledon each year, then we’ve got good news for you. Thanks to … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – The History Of Fencing!

Where did the sport all begin and how did it get to where it is today? Many people would be surprised to find that fencing dates back to the time of the Ancient Egyptians, which we know because the earliest … Continue reading

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The Sports Archives – Getting Fit by Playing Indoor Football (Soccer)!

What’s standing in between you and getting fit? Nothing really, unless it’s just your motivation. That in itself can be a very hard thing to get around. But what if getting fit was really enjoyable? Surely that would eliminate all … Continue reading

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