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

[Mark1978]

I'm sort of new to road biking... I posted on here a few years ago about a classic 80s Raleigh I got but have only ever commuted to work a few miles each way. I took a step and joined a little group to start taking it seriously and do outside of my commute which was about a month ago. Since then I've discovered that being able to run marathons doesn't help, much to my demise. Now I can comfortably complete 40km with a good 7/7:15min Ditchling beacon included. I've made a strava segment called the Carlyle Street Sprint (can't link on phone) which has an 8% gradient for .7km and just got under 3mins
I've also managed to grab a bargain on eBay which is my new pride and joy, a Raleigh race SP. Had my first puncture too ^^

Nice bike, i've got a Raleigh SP Comp which i love.

 

[Goonerobes]

There was a rather autumnal feel in the air when I set off this morning on a route I'd only done once before, & got soaked in the process, so I was looking forward to a better day this time. However, things took a turn for the worse when I got a fairy visit on 13 miles followed by loss of gps signal, (I guessing because of the heavy tree cover), which meant I kept taking wrong turns & not knowing where I was!

On the plus side it is a cracking 59 or so mile route & one I will definitely be doing again in the very near future. (without getting lost hopefully!!)

http://www.strava.com/activities/180520844

 

[Mo1959]

Slightly disappointed at checkup with surgeon today. Can't say I could see much sign of any new bone healing on the x-ray and surgeon said because it was such a bad break there was still a chance of non-union and to be very careful. He nearly had kittens when I said I had fallen. I asked about cycling and he said he really didn't want me cycling until my next appointment in 8 weeks so I've kind of resigned myself to forgetting about it this year.

Got the car out of the garage and neighbours carried my exercise bike out of the house and put it into the garage where it will be cooler. Just finished 15 miles in an hour on it just now. Still sweat buckets though even out there.

They don't make my bike any more but it is this one. Reasonably upright so I can rest the bad arm in a comfortable position.
http://www.sweatband.com/reebok-b-58e-le-bike.html

 

[Goonerobes]

Slightly disappointed at checkup with surgeon today. Can't say I could see much sign of any new bone healing on the x-ray and surgeon said because it was such a bad break there was still a chance of non-union and to be very careful. He nearly had kittens when I said I had fallen. I asked about cycling and he said he really didn't want me cycling until my next appointment in 8 weeks so I've kind of resigned myself to forgetting about it this year.

Got the car out of the garage and neighbours carried my exercise bike out of the house and put it into the garage where it will be cooler. Just finished 15 miles in an hour on it just now. Still sweat buckets though even out there.

They don't make my bike any more but it is this one. Reasonably upright so I can rest the bad arm in a comfortable position.
http://www.sweatband.com/reebok-b-58e-le-bike.html

that doesn't sound too good @Mo1959 & that fall certainly didn't help matters.

Best advise is as doctor says, take it very easy & let the healing process take its course.

Fair play to you for using an exercise bike though as I know how boring that can be but at least it'll maintain some of your fitness.

Have a gentle virtual hug & rest assured we'll all do some miles for you.

 

[RickyB]

Well I picked up my shiny new bike today and took it up to a school car park to get used to the gears etc (as I had no idea and was too inpatient to ask in the shop).

I just wore surf shorts and flip flops as I was desperate to have a go on it. Within seconds I was buzzing! How bikes have changed hey, it's so light and rapid! Can't wait to get out on a proper ride in the week!

 

[BrianEvesham]

Slightly disappointed at checkup with surgeon today. Can't say I could see much sign of any new bone healing on the x-ray and surgeon said because it was such a bad break there was still a chance of non-union and to be very careful. He nearly had kittens when I said I had fallen. I asked about cycling and he said he really didn't want me cycling until my next appointment in 8 weeks so I've kind of resigned myself to forgetting about it this year.

Got the car out of the garage and neighbours carried my exercise bike out of the house and put it into the garage where it will be cooler. Just finished 15 miles in an hour on it just now. Still sweat buckets though even out there.

They don't make my bike any more but it is this one. Reasonably upright so I can rest the bad arm in a comfortable position.
http://www.sweatband.com/reebok-b-58e-le-bike.html

Just take it easy Mo, we want you back to full cycling strength as soon as possible.
The trainer looks good. Were still trying to decide which one/type to go for.

 

[BrianEvesham]

Front wheel looks like it is the wrong way round, quick release should be on left hand side, same as rear wheel

Sorted

 

[Stonechat]

Just take it easy Mo, we want you back to full cycling strength as soon as possible.
The trainer looks good. Were still trying to decide which one/type to go for.

Hear hear take it easy @Mo1959

 

[SpokeyDokey]

Slightly disappointed at checkup with surgeon today. Can't say I could see much sign of any new bone healing on the x-ray and surgeon said because it was such a bad break there was still a chance of non-union and to be very careful. He nearly had kittens when I said I had fallen. I asked about cycling and he said he really didn't want me cycling until my next appointment in 8 weeks so I've kind of resigned myself to forgetting about it this year.

Got the car out of the garage and neighbours carried my exercise bike out of the house and put it into the garage where it will be cooler. Just finished 15 miles in an hour on it just now. Still sweat buckets though even out there.

They don't make my bike any more but it is this one. Reasonably upright so I can rest the bad arm in a comfortable position.
http://www.sweatband.com/reebok-b-58e-le-bike.html

V.sorry to hear that Mo - chin up & here's to 2015!

 

[SpokeyDokey]

5779' Ascent / 5846' Descent / 14.27 Miles / 6Hrs 42Mins.

Great day in the mountains and my first hefty-ish day since my illness.

Went very well and feel really chuffed - pretty sure my cycling is helping to regain fitness so quickly.

 

[Mo1959]

5779' Ascent / 5846' Descent / 14.27 Miles / 6Hrs 42Mins.

Great day in the mountains and my first hefty-ish day since my illness.

Went very well and feel really chuffed - pretty sure my cycling is helping to regain fitness so quickly.

Nice one........any pics?

 

[welsh dragon]

Slightly disappointed at checkup with surgeon today. Can't say I could see much sign of any new bone healing on the x-ray and surgeon said because it was such a bad break there was still a chance of non-union and to be very careful. He nearly had kittens when I said I had fallen. I asked about cycling and he said he really didn't want me cycling until my next appointment in 8 weeks so I've kind of resigned myself to forgetting about it this year.

Got the car out of the garage and neighbours carried my exercise bike out of the house and put it into the garage where it will be cooler. Just finished 15 miles in an hour on it just now. Still sweat buckets though even out there.

They don't make my bike any more but it is this one. Reasonably upright so I can rest the bad arm in a comfortable position.
http://www.sweatband.com/reebok-b-58e-le-bike.html

Sorry to hear the news Mo. Take care

 

[SpokeyDokey]

Nice one........any pics?

No, sadly not - my mate took the pic's today and he is off on hol's to the Black Forest tomorrow so I won't get to see them for at least a couple of weeks.

TBH we are not very good at recording our mountain efforts!

 

[RWright]

Slightly disappointed at checkup with surgeon today. Can't say I could see much sign of any new bone healing on the x-ray and surgeon said because it was such a bad break there was still a chance of non-union and to be very careful. He nearly had kittens when I said I had fallen. I asked about cycling and he said he really didn't want me cycling until my next appointment in 8 weeks so I've kind of resigned myself to forgetting about it this year.

Got the car out of the garage and neighbours carried my exercise bike out of the house and put it into the garage where it will be cooler. Just finished 15 miles in an hour on it just now. Still sweat buckets though even out there.

They don't make my bike any more but it is this one. Reasonably upright so I can rest the bad arm in a comfortable position.
http://www.sweatband.com/reebok-b-58e-le-bike.html

That looks like a fine exercise bike. Maybe you can find a cheap box fan to blow some air on you while you use it. Maybe the cooler weather will help some too.

Hopefully the 8 weeks pass and the shoulder will be good to go. Just be careful of ladies with mower cords while you are out and about walking. If it was me I would probably give the sheep plenty of distance too if I saw any. Spring will be here before you know it, don't rush the shoulder, give it plenty of time to heal.

 

[BrianEvesham]

Well that's the OH and myself booked in for the shakespeare100 next spring, really pleased to be planning something like this with my wife (her longest ride to date is about 10 miles).

http://www.macride-events.org.uk/shop?page=shop.browse&category_id=18

Let's up the training then.