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

[Mo1959]

Well you beat me Mo, no way am I doing 65 miles today, well done on the metric century. I see it's your longest ride, is your first.

Thanks Nigel.
Yes, first and maybe last! My poor back is really sore.

 

[Nigelnaturist]

Thanks Nigel.
Yes, first and maybe last! My poor back is really sore.

I don't like long rides as you know, but for different reasons.
I am really impressed how well you have come on given your back problems, but it must me getting easier, to even contemplate doing such an achievement.
Got to go, be safe everyone.

 

[RWright]

Thanks Nigel.
Yes, first and maybe last! My poor back is really sore.

Nice ride Mo! Give the back a little rest today, you deserve it after a nice ride like that.

 

[Supersuperleeds]

Beautiful morning here so I set out with the intention of finishing the month with a good long ride. Didn't bother about speed or segments, just wanted to get a decent distance. There was a horrible section of newly surfaced road for a bit with loose chippings. Apart from that, the roads were good.

I didn't set out to go for the metric century but it was always at the back of my mind. When I got near 50 miles I thought I felt up to it so added another loop in and managed it Back is very tender as usual but I am really pleased I made it.

Not sure what to do now. Either at least two days off totally, or a couple of really short rides just to keep the legs turning? I'll see how I feel in the morning. Might not be able to get out of bed!

http://app.strava.com/activities/57264677

Way to go Mo!

 

[Reece]

Good luck, weather is looking good for it.



Hope it goes well Reece. Are you riding back as well or have you sorted some transportation?

Was thinking of riding back with a few club members but they are a lot quicker than me plus I've got a party to go to in the evening so opted for a lift home. Would of been a good challenge to do there and back too!

 

[boybiker]

I've just managed to have a proper look at the bike today as I'm feeling a bit better and had to go to the doctors today anyway.

The bike is surprisingly ok with just scrapes on the shifters, damaged bar tape and a few cuts on the hoods etc. The main thing is the front wheel is very buckled. Does anyone know if a bike wheel (front) can be trued if its to the point of hitting the brake pad and causing the wheel to lock up when you spin it but will pass with a little bit of force but not an excessive amount? I'm going to take it to my LBS to true next week I'm hoping they will do it while I wait as it doesn't take that long does it?.

 

[themosquitoking]

I've just managed to have a proper look at the bike today as I'm feeling a bit better and had to go to the doctors today anyway.

The bike is surprisingly ok with just scrapes on the shifters, damaged bar tape and a few cuts on the hoods etc. The main thing is the front wheel is very buckled. Does anyone know if a bike wheel (front) can be trued if its to the point of hitting the brake pad and causing the wheel to lock up when you spin it but will pass with a little bit of force but not an excessive amount? I'm going to take it to my LBS to true next week I'm hoping they will do it while I wait as it doesn't take that long does it?.

Give them a call beforehand and book a time, if you just turn up they may not be able to do it right away. Glad your bike won't take too much to fix up.

 

[Supersuperleeds]

I've just managed to have a proper look at the bike today as I'm feeling a bit better and had to go to the doctors today anyway.

The bike is surprisingly ok with just scrapes on the shifters, damaged bar tape and a few cuts on the hoods etc. The main thing is the front wheel is very buckled. Does anyone know if a bike wheel (front) can be trued if its to the point of hitting the brake pad and causing the wheel to lock up when you spin it but will pass with a little bit of force but not an excessive amount? I'm going to take it to my LBS to true next week I'm hoping they will do it while I wait as it doesn't take that long does it?.

Give them a call beforehand and book a time, if you just turn up they may not be able to do it right away. Glad your bike won't take too much to fix up.

My lbs it normally takes a bit of cheek, i.e. you know you can do that in 5 minutes, any longer and you shouldn't be working here etc, plus a packet of biscuits or a quid into the biscuit fund

 

[SWSteve]

Beautiful morning here so I set out with the intention of finishing the month with a good long ride. Didn't bother about speed or segments, just wanted to get a decent distance. There was a horrible section of newly surfaced road for a bit with loose chippings. Apart from that, the roads were good.

I didn't set out to go for the metric century but it was always at the back of my mind. When I got near 50 miles I thought I felt up to it so added another loop in and managed it Back is very tender as usual but I am really pleased I made it.

Not sure what to do now. Either at least two days off totally, or a couple of really short rides just to keep the legs turning? I'll see how I feel in the morning. Might not be able to get out of bed!

http://app.strava.com/activities/57264677

Well done, a metric century is ace

 

[Mo1959]

Well done, a metric century is ace

Thanks Steve. I would never have believed I could do it when I started back at the end of August last year. Back then, 20 miles was a long ride. It's amazing how the fitness builds up even at my age!

 

[SWSteve]

Thanks Steve. I would never have believed I could do it when I started back at the end of August last year. Back then, 20 miles was a long ride. It's amazing how the fitness builds up even at my age!

Indeed, that coupled with this lovely weather makes a huge difference. I cannot wait to get out for a spin tomorrow, a metric century (I think it will be my second) is definitely on the cards. And then after that I'll be coming for advice re: GPS as I don't think using my phones battery to track my rides is the safest/most sensible option available

 

[Mo1959]

Indeed, that coupled with this lovely weather makes a huge difference. I cannot wait to get out for a spin tomorrow, a metric century (I think it will be my second) is definitely on the cards. And then after that I'll be coming for advice re: GPS as I don't think using my phones battery to track my rides is the safest/most sensible option available

Love my Garmin Edge 200, but maybe for you youngsters that like to track things like power and cadence and so on it may not be enough for you? Maybe you'll find a bargain on a used 500 or 800 now that the new models are out.

 

[SWSteve]

Love my Garmin Edge 200, but maybe for you youngsters that like to track things like power and cadence and so on it may not be enough for you? Maybe you'll find a bargain on a used 500 or 800 now that the new models are out.

Yeah, I'm not too sure what I want so I'll start a thread around tomorrow I think

 

[SpokeyDokey]

Metric Centuries - long way off for me!

10.40 miles / 14.84 mph average for me this evening.

Didn't really want to go out as I have had along day for various reasons. Forced myself and glad I did.

Awful soul-destroying headwind on the last few miles to home.

A jolly good evening to you all.

 

[Reece]

Beautiful morning here so I set out with the intention of finishing the month with a good long ride. Didn't bother about speed or segments, just wanted to get a decent distance. There was a horrible section of newly surfaced road for a bit with loose chippings. Apart from that, the roads were good.

I didn't set out to go for the metric century but it was always at the back of my mind. When I got near 50 miles I thought I felt up to it so added another loop in and managed it Back is very tender as usual but I am really pleased I made it.

Not sure what to do now. Either at least two days off totally, or a couple of really short rides just to keep the legs turning? I'll see how I feel in the morning. Might not be able to get out of bed!

http://app.strava.com/activities/57264677

Nice one! Metric century under your belt is a great achievement and great felling. Well done!