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[Jonlil]

Well after a few 2-3 miles trips I have pushed myself today and cycled to Ferry Meadows. Nearly 6 miles on a variety of roads, cycle paths and cycle tracks. Just sitting and enjoying the view at the moment. Gonna to have a cycle around in a bit, I think all in should be close to 18 miles today which as fatty beginner I am quite proud of!

 

[Nigelnaturist]

@Jonlil Well done just keep at it, thats a good distance having only done a few 2-3 mile rides.
and

 

[Jonlil]

View at Ferry Meadows

 

[Jonlil]

Thanks Nigel. Not pushing it to far to soon I hope. Though I feel good so far!
The support means a lot!

 

[welsh dragon]

Hi. Welcome to the forum. Dont try to do to much. Its all, about enjoyment and having fun. Take it steady. It isn't a race to go faster and further and in less time.

enjoyment is the most important thing. Good luck.

 

[Saluki]

to the forum. Enjoy your riding, don't overdo it and then loathe the last mile or so making you reluctant to go and do it again the next day. Better to finish wanting to do more than finish hating the exercise.
18 miles for a beginner is awesome. Hope you are having a blast

 

[raleighnut]

 

[Jonlil]

Well 18 was optimistic. I figure it worked out at about 14 miles. It was hard work, I ache and I'm sweaty but I loved it.

 

[roadrash]

well done , great feeling isnt it.

 

[Pat "5mph"]

Well done!
Enjoy the sunshine.

 

[Dave 123]

Good on you!

 

[ScotiaLass]

Well after a few 2-3 miles trips I have pushed myself today and cycled to Ferry Meadows. Nearly 6 miles on a variety of roads, cycle paths and cycle tracks. Just sitting and enjoying the view at the moment. Gonna to have a cycle around in a bit, I think all in should be close to 18 miles today which as fatty beginner I am quite proud of!

Well done!
My daughter took my grandsons to ferry meadows the other day, she lives near there

 

[RWright]

 

[Jonlil]

well done , great feeling isnt it.

Without doubt it sure is!

 

[Nigelnaturist]

Well 18 was optimistic. I figure it worked out at about 14 miles. It was hard work, I ache and I'm sweaty but I loved it.

It will get better the more you do, the ache is likely to be micro damage to muscles but these will repair and be strong/fitter, but do rest when its really bad as this is as important as the actual riding, usually 2-3 days.
It will have been difficult in this wind today, if your struggling in the wind just lower the gearing and spin, you can't beat the wind but you can make good head way.