just getting back in the saddle

[lidad66]

well used the specialized for work last week 9 miles either way quite easy as i have 8 hrs rest just the once though.. now been out today just done 10 miles yes i know not far but u have to break in gently (i.m.o) im 42 next week and have been out a while some annoying clicks on the bike while riding it needs setting up i think will nip to the local shop kendells been there years and they were ok with my last bike years ago.. the question is am i better doing the 10 miles for a few trips then slowly building over a number of weeks months to more as it will im sure get easier..
lidad66

 

[fossyant]

Nothing wrong with being 42 - I'm not far behind. Just keep building up, and commuting - worth riding a number of days, then keep building up to 5 days.

Getting used to longer rides will be easy when you are up to commuting every day !

 

[lidad66]

ok thanks

thats the idea i want to build up to going to work every day that is 9 miles or so there and 9 back just work shifts so getting on the bike at 4am might not be that easy ..... u know the 15 minute warm bed mode..

 

[ianrauk]

Hi Lidad66. Also 42, got back into cycling (after a break of 20 years), to get fit and commute to the station 1 and a half miles away. Now commuting 27 mile round trip everyweek day, and 50+ milers at the weekends. Lost 2 stone in weight and am now as fit as I was 20 years ago..
Keep it up fella, it will only get easier and better for you.