Seriously I know what you mean by jitters. If I'm out for a long ride I always feel nervous (never really sure why) but as soon as I'm out I'm loving it no matter the weather! As you say just take it easy, I'm sure it'll be a great ride!
Mine hasn't its till f'ing steep.Great effort and keep it up! Don't worry about speed at this stage. On the first month you will see improvements on a daily basis. As for the hill back home, it will begin to flatten in no time
It's not that bad what I have been in, not been far but climb a few little climbs with full panniers, hence the flat tyre again, (only joking about the weight thing and tyre, it is most likely a patch has failed)
Keep it up Stu, it does get easier and the hill won't seem so bad.Here's the details of my 3rd ride (the first one that I have measured):
Moving Time: 44.34 Minutes
Distance: 7.7 Miles
Avg Speed: 10.3 MPH
There were a few hills along the way and a particularly big one at the end (unfortunately I live at the top of a hill so this will always be the case whichever route I take). The route was along a cycle path which crossed a few busy roads so I had to stop a couple of times and also missed a few turnings as this was the first time that I had done this route so I think my next ride should show a reasonable improvement, but as a 3rd ride I'm quite happy with this.
I used to think I live on top a hill myself, the stupid incline I had o walk the first time, now I barely notice it. Rule #10 applies.
It wasn't this hill that made me quicker, though i have got quicker up itIt has made you faster though
Too fast for me. I am a scaredy cat. Couple of times I have had deer nearly run out on me and makes me a bit cautious.
Too fast for me. I am a scaredy cat. Couple of times I have had deer nearly run out on me and makes me a bit cautious.
Well done on all the pb,s. Sorry about the puncture, but that is a good innings for the tyres.
Just back from my MRI on my back. I'm a bit claustrophobic and it felt quite close to my face so I kept my eyes closed the whole time.
These challenges can be time consuming. I am backing off some for August. I always say that but this time I mean it...I think.
Ha, ha. Yes, I think I mean it too. Need to let my saddle sores heal and get some life back in the legs!Good luck with your MRI.
It is hot here, I almost turned on the air conditioning. I had all my windows closed and then thought about how much it would hurt to go outside and ride after being in the AC, so I am going to put it off at least a few more days. I haven't been too hot sleeping yet just using the fan, when I am too warm to sleep, that is when the
AC comes on.
I had another puncture myself. I have two flat tires now and need to get them repaired, along with mowing the yard and wash the car again, and a million other things.
I did, but my meds are for depression.
. I also love discovering new routes and am constantly surprised by the areas around my home that I never knew existed! I wish I'd taken this up years ago.
Can I join in this thread? I only started cycling just over a year ago (got a bike for my 40th). My first ride was 8 miles and I have progressed up to 25-30 a week but I did do London to Brighton which has been my furthest distance to date. I can only really get out on my bike once a week but when I'm out I absolutely love it. It's so relaxing, the other cyclists are really friendly and I love how toned my legs and backside are
aboard. I think alot of us can echo this statement. Well done on the L2B run.
Regarding cyclists being friendly, most cases true, but not only got blanked on this segment, the other rider actually looked the other way http://app.strava.com/activities/68313824#1317149994 not sure if its my cheap aldi kit or my cheap viking bike, or just me, He was dressed in some club or other colours, and yesterday when I had a little bit of a mechanical at least one rider in similar colours just sailed by.
I don't carry a phone ect, but I do ask if any help is needed. As for saving money you might be right, but it might actually be the bike, I am managing to get to speeds on a 13-16 kg bike they are on 8kg carbon frame bikes. Don't get me wrong there are some amazing performances that I won't matchOh dear that's not good. I must admit though - I just sail by at the moment - I just assume everyone else knows more than me and I'd be little or no help anyway
Can't fault Aldi kit though! They must just be jealous you saved yourself some cash....
