Another Hi

[CH_79]

Just thought I'd say hi. I've just taken up cycling in the past week.

I've not ridden since I was a teenager so about a 15 year break. Finding my first few runs quite tough, especially on my butt!

I've done 3 x 4.5 mile runs and 1x 8 mile run so far so will hopefully be gradually upping it in the next few weeks as my main goal is to lose a bit of weight.

 

[Rickshaw Phil]

Hi and @CH_79

It's quite common to be a bit tender for the first few rides after a long break. It does get better - honest.

 

[Peteaud]

 

[Bryony]

 

[welsh dragon]

Hi. Welcome from powys

 

[Saluki]

Hi &
Sore bums are why God invented padded shorts. Go and treat yourself. Get riding mitts while you are at it so your hands don't get sore too

Have fun.

 

[CH_79]

Already bought some padded shorts and gloves - my bum couldn't take any more!!!

I only rode a mountain bike when I was younger so road tyres have been a bit of a shock!

 

[ScotiaLass]

 

[Phoenix Lincs]

To this fab forum. Enjoy your journey

 

[galaxy]

, i was in the same pain a few weeks, back, you soon get used to it.

 

[Pat "5mph"]

Already bought some padded shorts and gloves - my bum couldn't take any more!!!

I only rode a mountain bike when I was younger so road tyres have been a bit of a shock!

Welcome!
True, chubby tyres make the bum happy