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

[Stonechat]

A peaceful Christmas to all

 

[Mo1959]

The weather here wasn't bad today and I got in a couple of breezy rides. Having been lazy the past month or so put some weight back on me and I could feel it today. I went on a couple of roads I haven't ridden on with the bike before and they were very nice, even though I was on my drop bar road bike and about a one or two mile section was gravel. Parts of the gravel section were as smooth as the paved ones, just had to be a little more careful. The new roads I did loop around and I was lucky I chose the direction around it that I did. There would have been quite a bit more steep climbing going the other way. With the breeze and me not being in great shape I was glad for any advantage I could get.

I have to work on my motivation a little. I noticed stevey mentioned not gaining back the hard fought lost weight. I did just that, I gained back about 12 pounds. Time to turn that train around. Thankfully, the days are now getting longer .

I hope everyone has a merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

You sound like a carbon copy of me Rocky. Struggling to get out much at the moment. Combination of lack of motivation and the weather and I've also been eating far too much. My Christmas day proper will be tomorrow when I go over to my Dad's and my brother, sister in law and kids will all be there so more lovely food to consume but really must get back into a healthier routine once it's all over.

Hope everyone is having a lovely time and Santa is good to you all. Oh, and if anyone is lucky enough to get a new bike from Santa I am looking forward to some photos later!

 

[stevey]

I had a dream last night that the o/h had secretly bought me a cannondale caad 10..... alas not so.

But what i did get i am very happy with

Altura pro gel bib shorts, Altura windproof/waterproof fleece lined jacket (Love that one) and fleece lined winter gloves and various other things....

 

[Goonerobes]

Good choice @stevey, I love my Altura kit.

I made it out just as the heavens opened (my god those hail stones sting!!) so just a quick 10 miles & came back absolutely soaked but I reckon I've earned a calorie free Christmas pud at least!

Enjoy your day all & make sure you eat & drink far too much!!

http://www.strava.com/activities/101816564

 

[Reece]

Merry Xmas all!!

 

[SpokeyDokey]

Louis Garneau Winter Gloves in my Xmas Stocking this morning - very nice!

 

[Phoenix Lincs]

Lovely hubby bought me a Bike Mainenence stand so I don't have to prop my bike on a broom handle threaded through the wheels bin handles

I got him a cycling fitness mag and a saddle bag (and a block of marzipan)!

Guess we are a pair of cyclists then

Merry Christmas everybody, enjoy the festivities
X

 

[stevey]

Bike Mainenence stand
X

Next on the list.

 

[Nigelnaturist]

Sorry i am a little late with this.


xmas2013 by nigelnaturist, on Flickr

 

[L14M]

It all starts today for me, got a new bike. A replacement for my mtb and i can finally start training My target for 2014 is 1000miles
Oh its a Carrera Zelos 2013 - good enough for me atm

 

[L14M]

I'm thinking of going for a 10 miler tomorrow to get used to riding a road bike, planning a few hill may go further. I'm feeling well excited, to ride my mtb at 20mph was bloody hard work, this feels effortless!
Liam

 

[Stonechat]

Mrs Stonechat bought me The Bluffer's Guide to Cycling!
Not sure what that says about me!!!

 

[stevey]

Mrs Stonechat bought me The Bluffer's Guide to Cycling!
Not sure what that says about me!!!

Just had a quick Google sounds like it could be an entertaining read

 

[BrianEvesham]

Oh dear, feeling a bit bloaty Bit to much Turkey et al. Soon sort that out.
Kept off the alcohol successfully this year though.

Cycling related presents totalled 3 pairs of merino socks.

Maybe Santa will bring the full carbon next year

 

[Mo1959]

Well after yesterday's wall to wall rain this morning was much brighter and only a light breeze.....shame about the puddles but can't have everything! Only 23 miles and they felt like a bit of a slog but glad I got out. Thought I was going to get turned back as the police had a section of road cordoned off but I spoke nicely to him and said it would be a long way to go back and he took pity. There has been a youngish man missing in that area since just before Christmas and I am hoping they haven't found him dead. Couldn't see any other reason for the road being closed there.

I am off for my Christmas dinner this afternoon but really must get back to healthy eating after that. I can really feel the extra pounds I am carrying, especially up the hills.

Hope some of you also manage out to burn off the extra calories.