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

[sleaver]

Does anyone else find that the Garmin HR strap can be a bit screwy at times? For example, my max heart rate yesterday was 251, on the flat

Other than that, it's really good.

 

[Supersuperleeds]

How do you find them?

Great, I have them on my hybrid and road bike, I use the cartridge system - something like this

http://www.wiggle.co.uk/clarks-road-caliper-brake-pads-and-spare-inserts/

Using these means you just change the pads and not the block, makes setting them up a lot easier and quicker

 

[Nigelnaturist]

Does anyone else find that the Garmin HR strap can be a bit screwy at times? For example, my max heart rate yesterday was 251, on the flat

Other than that, it's really good.

Anomalous readings can be recorded for most things, I usually get excessive max cad readings, I have had one H.R. max of 220, I just ignore it. if it happens often, I cant remember if it was Chris or Damon sugested fabric condition in a spray bottle to dampen your shirt or bas layer a little before the ride.

 

[AndyPeace]

Anomalous readings can be recorded for most things, I usually get excessive max cad readings, I have had one H.R. max of 220, I just ignore it. if it happens often, I cant remember if it was Chris or Damon sugested fabric condition in a spray bottle to dampen your shirt or bas layer a little before the ride.

I think it was @RWright when I was having trouble with mine. On the occasions when I've used watered down conditioner I've had no anomalous readings. It works by reducing friction and static electricity from clothes.

 

[Hill Wimp]

I think it was @RWright when I was having trouble with mine. On the occasions when I've used watered down conditioner I've had no anomalous readings. It works by reducing friction and static electricity from clothes.

Are we going to get a proper picture of the smart new bike or have i missed it ?

 

[Nigelnaturist]

@RWright
Sorry Rocky.

 

[RWright]

@RWright
Sorry Rocky.

I just mentioned it, Andy did the scientific research and development.

 

[AndyPeace]

Are we going to get a proper picture of the smart new bike or have i missed it ?

lol, my Dad and I had another shot at it this evening. The pictures are clearer but still not quite right. They're proving useful for fitting the bike a bit better. Another bash at it tomorrow, and I shall do a staionary one too, just as a fail safe

 

[Hill Wimp]

lol, my Dad and I had another shot at it this evening. The pictures are clearer but still not quite right. They're proving useful for fitting the bike a bit better. Another bash at it tomorrow, and I shall do a staionary one too, just as a fail safe

We are on tender hooks having heard so much about it. It reminds me of waiting to hear the new number 1 on Radio 1 many moons ago

 

[Nigelnaturist]

lol, my Dad and I had another shot at it this evening. The pictures are clearer but still not quite right. They're proving useful for fitting the bike a bit better. Another bash at it tomorrow, and I shall do a staionary one too, just as a fail safe

Get yourself up here I will do the photos.

 

[AndyPeace]

Get yourself up here I will do the photos.

Cheers, I'll set off now then, see you in a bit, lol. I think my Dad would be offended and we've not got on this well in ages. He's a keen photographer and on and off it's been a hobby of his for as long as I remember. Back in the late 70's/early eighties he had a darkroom and all kinds of development equipment. These days he mostly photograph's landscapes, close up's of wild life and portraits. He's looking to improve his photography and wants to practice 'capturing speed' He's a member of the local photography club and knows how to research stuff on the internet, so I'm pretty confident we'll get there in the end! Photography is a bit of a mystery to me, else I'd be asking for advice to pass on.

 

[BrianEvesham]

We are on tender hooks having heard so much about it. It reminds me of waiting to hear the new number 1 on Radio 1 many moons ago

I'm not sure Andy has got a new bike, I think its just a wind up.

 

[philinmerthyr]

Like many on here I continue to make great progress. After completing the RideLondon 100 last week, I eased myself back onto the bike with a flat ride around Swansea Bay. Some of the segments I hadn't ridden since may. I had loads of personal bests and for the first time I averaged 15 mph. Not too long ago I was averaging 12 mph.


http://www.strava.com/activities/73877793

10 months in to my riding I think the N+1 syndrome has struck. I'm considering getting a hybrid so that I don't inflict another winter on my Roubaix. This is he current favourite. With Halfords British cycling discount I should be able to get it for around £385.

http://www.boardmanbikes.com/images/xl_images/Boardman_Hybrid_RaceUK.jpg

 

[Hill Wimp]

Like many on here I continue to make great progress. After completing the RideLondon 100 last week, I eased myself back onto the bike with a flat ride around Swansea Bay. Some of the segments I hadn't ridden since may. I had loads of personal bests and for the first time I averaged 15 mph. Not too long ago I was averaging 12 mph.


http://www.strava.com/activities/73877793

10 months in to my riding I think the N+1 syndrome has struck. I'm considering getting a hybrid so that I don't inflict another winter on my Roubaix. This is he current favourite. With Halfords British cycling discount I should be able to get it for around £385.

http://www.boardmanbikes.com/images/xl_images/Boardman_Hybrid_RaceUK.jpg

A trip to our fair city and you are now flying round those valleys and up those mountains. Well done, nexts years event could see you with the pros

 

[philinmerthyr]

A trip to our fair city and you are now flying round those valleys and up those mountains. Well done, nexts years event could see you with the pros

I'm tempted to put 4 hrs as my predicted time on the ballot for next year tomorrow. Lol