Show us your.......newbie progress! [4 Sep 2012 - 4 Oct 2014]

[Trevor_P]

@AndyPeace better the gloves than the hands.
@Trevor_P I was more referring to what make and model as it's a set of ratios I haven't come across.

One other thing from yesterday my avg HR was only 129bpm. which when you consider it was about twice the climb rate of Sundays ride with a some climbs peaking at 10-15% even though quite short, has surprised me, my avg hr then was 132bpm.

Sora, on a carrera virtuoso.

 

[Mo1959]

Well, stuck to plan and did a very slow and relaxed run on the hybrid. Probably my slowest speed for several months but I really enjoyed it. Peaceful little single track roads. Hardly saw any cars. Listening to the larks singing and watching the hares running around. Still some young lambs too as they are always later on hill ground. Watched a red Virgin hot air balloon for ages as well.

Because I had taken it so easy I was finally able to get up this little pig of a hill without stopping, albeit in the lowest gear but I'm glad I know I can do it now.
http://app.strava.com/segments/1418531?filter=overall

So, any newbies worrying about speeds and distances and comparing yourselves to others who always seem to go further and faster than you, I only averaged 13.2mph this morning but had great fun and, at the end of the day, that's what it's all about.

Happy riding!

 

[BrianEvesham]

Wise words @Mo1959 I only push myself because I don't go as far (normally) but enjoy the slow pace when out on a family ride.

 

[Stonechat]

Only 18 gears com

Only 16 gears 52:34 front 12:14:16:18:20:22:24:26 rear. Thats it.

Well I am glad to have the 32 tooth at the back still (admittedly I have a compact not a triple)
On my bike the gears that don't get used are the faster ones!

I'll add to that fall in such a way as to only loose skin and not damage the paintwork on the bike I've yet to find a single mark on the frame or fork.
The full update...Cosmetic damage to the top part of the shifters...both sides and a minnor (and I mean minnor) scrape to the back of the saddle right hand side. Headset had come loose fractionally and had to straighten up the hoods. I've been back out and both bike and confidence are in good shape. Feeling a little weak on my right hand side, especailly my wrist and elbow. Legs a bit sore and stiff but still works. I have a small hole in my right shoe on the side and I have 1 tiny scrape on my hand, barley noticable. The gloves are a right off.

Well at least damage to yourself & bike is limited
I suppose the old saying is true, you have to get back on. Hope it doesn't unnerve you at all.

Well, stuck to plan and did a very slow and relaxed run on the hybrid. Probably my slowest speed for several months but I really enjoyed it. Peaceful little single track roads. Hardly saw any cars. Listening to the larks singing and watching the hares running around. Still some young lambs too as they are always later on hill ground. Watched a red Virgin hot air balloon for ages as well.

Because I had taken it so easy I was finally able to get up this little pig of a hill without stopping, albeit in the lowest gear but I'm glad I know I can do it now.
http://app.strava.com/segments/1418531?filter=overall

So, any newbies worrying about speeds and distances and comparing yourselves to others who always seem to go further and faster than you, I only averaged 13.2mph this morning but had great fun and, at the end of the day, that's what it's all about.

Happy riding!

It is enjoyable all different ways, but I do find that part of the enjoyment is in pushing myself at least a bit

 

[Harv]

Decided to sell my Brompton.

How do I change my username? Doesn't sound apt anymore.

 

[Learnincurve]

How about in the location box you put "the artist formally known as"?

 

[MattMM]

Bit of a meh ride today unfortunately owing to what I hope is a quick fix and not a major mech issue. Serious knocking/ loud ticking from my crankset area, which meant I took it easy and stuck to a major cycle route in case of a full-blown mechanical requiring rescue. Going to have a serious clean and TLC session as soon as the rain eases up, if not it's off to my friendly local LBS.

http://www.strava.com/activities/149321315

 

[Stonechat]

Decided to sell my Brompton.

How do I change my username? Doesn't sound apt anymore.

Think you have to ask @Shaun

 

[BrianEvesham]

Another short loop this morning. TBH I was a bit tired from last nights shift but wanted to get out in the sun although it was a bit windy.

http://www.strava.com/activities/149685461

 

[Mo1959]

Another short loop this morning. TBH I was a bit tired from last nights shift but wanted to get out in the sun although it was a bit windy.

http://www.strava.com/activities/149685461

Well done. It's been raining here pretty much constantly since 1pm yesterday and I couldn't face getting soaked. Finally gone off so might get a dry dog walk this afternoon hopefully.

 

[matth411]

Well it is bloody windy here today. Just had a quick blast up to the LBS to discuss my rattling when pedalling situation. Typically, it didn't do it when he test rode it. But booked it in for their "platinum service" which basically gets the bike as good as new. And cleaned thoroughly. Oh and I have a stretched chain. A huge total of 2.5 miles for the day. Is it ok to ride with a (slightly) stretched chain? I already get the "jump" when pedalling hard.

 

[Supersuperleeds]

Well it is bloody windy here today. Just had a quick blast up to the LBS to discuss my rattling when pedalling situation. Typically, it didn't do it when he test rode it. But booked it in for their "platinum service" which basically gets the bike as good as new. And cleaned thoroughly. Oh and I have a stretched chain. A huge total of 2.5 miles for the day. Is it ok to ride with a (slightly) stretched chain? I already get the "jump" when pedalling hard.

It is okay to ride with the chain, but you may end up needing the cassette replacing as well if the LBS hasn't already advised it.

 

[matth411]

@Supersuperleeds He did advise it, but said he would have a look and see if it is past the point of no return, so to speak. I am guessing that seems as I have the jump when pedalling that I probably need one anyway. Also mentioned that some chains only have a lifespan of around 500 miles, this one is up to 1000 now.

 

[Mo1959]

@Supersuperleeds He did advise it, but said he would have a look and see if it is past the point of no return, so to speak. I am guessing that seems as I have the jump when pedalling that I probably need one anyway. Also mentioned that some chains only have a lifespan of around 500 miles, this one is up to 1000 now.

Probably sensible to change both at the same time, but I think he is talking tosh quoting a lifespan of 500 miles! A well looked after chain should last at least a couple of thousand miles I would have thought.

 

[matth411]

I would have thought they had a few thousand miles in them too. But at the same time, I don't expect hybrid components to last as much as I would a road bike. Or is that my newbie inexperience thinking that?