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

[SWSteve]

3000 miles completed, 15mph average over this, bought a bike in January. I am so happy with how I have done.

 

[Stonechat]

3000 miles completed, 15mph average over this, bought a bike in January. I am so happy with how I have done.

NOt managed that for one ride of any length
Currently on 893 miles since start of August, the first half of the year pre Strava and Cycle computer had relatively little mileage.

 

[stevey]

Cancelled my Garmin order last night., thought do i really need one at the moment...... No

Besides I would have been spending my money that is going towards a new bike.

 

[Mo1959]

Cancelled my Garmin order last night., thought do i really need one at the moment...... No

Besides I would have been spending my money that is going towards a new bike.

I must admit I was almost tempted with one myself then I talked myself out of it too. If this weather doesn't improve I don't think I'll even be needing a bike for long. I am losing the will to get out at all at the moment. First morning with no wind but it is freezing and the damp roads are now sparkling out there

 

[stevey]

I must admit I was almost tempted with one myself then I talked myself out of it too. If this weather doesn't improve I don't think I'll even be needing a bike for long. I am losing the will to get out at all at the moment. First morning with no wind but it is freezing and the damp roads are now sparkling out there

Got to keep going Mo even if its on the mtb.

 

[Mo1959]

Got to keep going Mo even if its on the mtb.

I know, but I don't fancy coming off on ice......not getting any younger! but if I don't get out soon, I am going to start losing fitness and it is going to get even harder.

 

[stevey]

Just opened the curtains not a cloud in the sky but white everywhere, it's gonna be a cold one.....First a cuppa.

 

[Mo1959]

Just opened the curtains not a cloud in the sky but white everywhere, it's gonna be a cold one.....First a cuppa.

Oooo, you are brave. Take care then. I don't mind that white rime frost that you can still get some grip on. It's the black shiny stuff that is lethal.

 

[stevey]

I suppose Mo you do get it quite bad up there, and if it's black ice that's on the road then yes i can understand you not wanting to go out

 

[BrianEvesham]

@Stonechat They still sell the Red Triban3 its in stock online in some sizes

http://www.decathlon.co.uk/triban-3-red-road-bike-id_8274036.html

Mine is still original with all original components, inc tyres/tubes and is a highly recommended budget road bike.
I love mine!

 

[L14M]

To add a bit of viariaity I'm finding my carerra Zelos from halfords surprisingly good considering all the bad press it's given. Once it's set up right it's actually a really good bike. I fact I'd only replace the bar tape if I could but I'm lazy and skint after buying a garmin!

 

[BrianEvesham]

Well yes the sun is out this morning but I won't be going out just yet !

Just outside my house.

 

[Phoenix Lincs]

Hubby's turn to walk the dog and do the weather report. Consequently, I'm showered and dressed on civvies to do the shopping first as it's deep frost and I'm a scaredy cat for ice

Hope to get out later.

Stay safe folkses

 

[Mo1959]

Hubby's turn to walk the dog and do the weather report. Consequently, I'm showered and dressed on civvies to do the shopping first as it's deep frost and I'm a scaredy cat for ice

Hope to get out later.

Stay safe folkses

Ha, ha.....yes, I am the same. It can be hard to tell how bad it will be sometimes as my scheme is usually very slippy but it can be better once you get out onto the other roads. I risked a short loop on the mountain bike. First half was pretty icy but then it seemed to get slightly milder and wasn't too bad second half. Not a speedy ride but I was more concerned with staying on! It is actually looking lovely out there now and I almost wish I had stayed out a bit longer. Dog will enjoy a dry walk for a change this morning

 

[Stonechat]

The iciness put me off original plan, going out at about 11 instead