My ride today, only took my Huawei P30 with me.
Whyte Ridgeway and St Peters Church by Dave, on Flickr
Whyte Ridgeway Matt Petrol/Lime by Dave, on Flickr
Mr Whyte by Dave, on Flickr
I name this bike Marilyn by Dave, on Flickr
Mr Whyte and St Peters Church by Dave, on Flickr
That looks like a nice bike there What size is it, the seat looks a little low.
Just by chance I bought a bike just before all this kicked off.
by Graeme Hutson, on Flickr
i bought some of these last year and a great way of storing bikes. Just searched eBay and they seem to be expensive atv the moment. I named to get 4 for £8. Search forbHi
Need some bike storage help from the experts please.
Need a way of storing 3 bikes in a garden shed, is something like this fine:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hardcastle...=9045971&hvtargid=pla-469976137137&psc=1&th=1
They are just standard kids bike and an adult bike.
Thank you
i bought some of these last year and a great way of storing bikes. Just searched eBay and they seem to be expensive atv the moment. I named to get 4 for £8. Search forb
4 wall mountable Storage Hook Bike Rack Space Saving
Hey guys, does anyone know where I can buy cycling shorts - you know the padded variety - for someone with a 50" waist?
At 65 years of age and 19+ stones I am getting back in the saddle for the first time in about 30 years. I've bought a used hybrid bike and given it a damn good service, which it obviously hadn't had for quite some time, so it's running sweet and I'm looking forward to regaining some fitness so I can head out on longer rides. Before I do that though I really want some padding around the nether regions
Hey guys, does anyone know where I can buy cycling shorts - you know the padded variety - for someone with a 50" waist?
At 65 years of age and 19+ stones I am getting back in the saddle for the first time in about 30 years. I've bought a used hybrid bike and given it a damn good service, which it obviously hadn't had for quite some time, so it's running sweet and I'm looking forward to regaining some fitness so I can head out on longer rides. Before I do that though I really want some padding around the nether regions
Maybe of some use: (I use them)
Fat Lad At The Back Cycle Wear
Top quality cycle wear that fits, in small to plus size women's and big and tall mens. Premium technical cycling gear for people of all sizes.fatladattheback.com
Hi Steve, I am 73 and a long time cyclist. I still cycle approx 100 miles a week in and around the Yorkshire Dales.
Kudos to you for “getting back in the saddle” and taking steps to improve your fitness. However, a cautionary word ! for ‘gentlemen’ of a certain age it is always a good idea to have a word with your doctor before starting an exercise program. Good luck and remember ‘small steps’ to begin with and build up gradually.
Morning,
Looking for a comfortable seat for my bike please. I am on the large side and the one that is on the bike at that the moment is not comfortable.
Have seen various on amazon but any first hand suggestion on what to get and what to look out for, especially ones that are not very expensive?
Thank you
This is good advice. Bike seats can be very problematic; even a subtle difference in design and shape, can be the difference between comfort and torture. But another consideration is the type of riding you do; if it's mostly a short pootle to shops etc, then a fairly wide, well padded saddle can be ok. These can end up being torture devices on longer rides, as they don't support your pelvis very well, despite all that padding. Saddles come in various widths to suit pelvis widths; women's saddles are general a bit wider to accommodate the wider (on average) female pelvis. I've actually found a 'womens' saddle to be amongst the comfiest though, and I'm not particularly wide. So it can be quite random as well.I would say that its a very personal thing, what is right for one maybe wrong for another, like build, and seating position.
Even then, it can take a few weeks to get used to a new saddle. I would try you local bike shop for advice and to touch and feel.
Nice. I've seen a fair bit of hate aimed at electrically assisted bicycles, particularly from 'mountain bikers'. But for me, anything that gets people out riding bikes, is good. A friend bought an electric Brompton, and rides the 4 miles or so to and from work each day now, which she simply wouldn't do on a standard bike. She's lost weight, is fitter and healthier, even from just a short distance.I’m treating myself. I’ve sold a motorbike and am buying a Specialized Levo SL electric mountain bike.
I always thought electric MTBs were horribly heavy and ponderous, but the SL (“super light”) is a different thing altogether. It’s got a smaller motor and battery, making it lighter, but it still packs a punch. It’s also very agile and responsive on the downhills.
I tried the “full fat” Levo but it just felt too heavy. I also tried a Whyte e510 which was nice but also felt ponderous. The SL is on a different planet. You need to work for it, but the revelation for me was on my first demo ride of the SL. Basically, all the crap bits of mountain biking are reduced so you can do uphills much more easily, and do many more downhills as it doesn’t take so long to go up. I got back to the shop and said “take my money”. Just need to wait for mine to come in now - 2 weeks, and supply is scarce. And they aren’t cheap, but it’s my money and I’ve worked for it, so I’l have it.
Today I borrowed the demo SL again and did 21 miles of Peaslake/Surrey Hills trails. It was bloody brilliant - best biking day of my life. I still expended 1200 calories, covered some decent ground, and had a blast. Some jumps, some failed berm railing, some drops, just fantastic. Set off with 95% battery and finished with 20%. You can get range extenders too if you want.
My local bike shop is Ace Bicycles in Guildford by the way. Brilliant team in there - recommended.
Ah, with the mental 'i-Drive' system. I worked in Halfords in 2000, and we sold those. I've still not worked out how they actually worked!GT XCR4000
Ah, with the mental 'i-Drive' system. I worked in Halfords in 2000, and we sold those. I've still not worked out how they actually worked!
Get the bikes sorted, and get out riding them. Can't believe you're not out MTBing, if you live in Scotland!!!
No I can understand that. I used to MTB far more than I do now. I used to travel more to do it, but haven't been anywhere but Epping for a couple of years now. Epping's fun, it's great for loads of tight foresty singletrack, but it's nice to ride other places too. I love North Wales, but haven't been there for a couple of years. Having people to ride with helps loads for motivation, cos it becomes a social thing. Bit harder atm. My 'crowd' drifted apart, people moved, had lifestyle changes etc. But the Lockdown™ has made me realise that if I don't enjoy it while I can, I may never get to enjoy it again. Just get out there, and ride! You'll love it.I just need to find the motivation, which has been sadly lacking with MTBing for a while now.
No I can understand that. I used to MTB far more than I do now. I used to travel more to do it, but haven't been anywhere but Epping for a couple of years now. Epping's fun, it's great for loads of tight foresty singletrack, but it's nice to ride other places too. I love North Wales, but haven't been there for a couple of years. Having people to ride with helps loads for motivation, cos it becomes a social thing. Bit harder atm. My 'crowd' drifted apart, people moved, had lifestyle changes etc. But the Lockdown™ has made me realise that if I don't enjoy it while I can, I may never get to enjoy it again. Just get out there, and ride! You'll love it.
Morning,
Looking for a comfortable seat for my bike please. I am on the large side and the one that is on the bike at that the moment is not comfortable.
Have seen various on amazon but any first hand suggestion on what to get and what to look out for, especially ones that are not very expensive?
Thank you
FWIW it's better to have a slightly firmer saddle. Counter-intuitive, but once you toughen up a little then it will provide better support instead of you squashing through the foam to the base.
I just need to find the motivation, which has been sadly lacking with MTBing for a while now.
...you should look back, particularly before signalling and moving to the centre of the road to turn off to the right #lifesaver
Wish that "the dutch reach" was the same on the car driving test, tbh... Having been doored at least 3 times over the years (that is 3 that made contact, can't think how many near misses there were...)
Wish that "the dutch reach" was the same on the car driving test, tbh... Having been doored at least 3 times over the years (that is 3 that made contact, can't think how many near misses there were...)