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rustybolts

pedalling tediously
Location
Ireland
When I was younger I just cycled for pleasure so mph didn't bother me.
Its only in recent years that I got back into cycling and got myself a basic garmin. I would expect to do a 20 miler at 12, maybe 13 mph. Still very much for pleasure.
Some days I feel I can fly along but those days are the exception now. Cycling is great now and I don't get hung up over speed , its nice to stroke it along the road and watch nature , I still prefer the very light carbon racers over my Felt 220 mountain bike with rear carrier and twin pannier bags which feels like a ton to push forward.:bicycle:
 

dickyknees

Guru
Location
Anglesey
I'm in two minds about reverting back to flat pedals. Been using clips on all my road bikes for a few years now with absolutely no problems, but found yesterday's mountain bike ride with a comfy pair of trainers and flat pedals quite nice being able to move my feet around more. Always the advantage of being able to walk a few miles if you have a mechanical that can't be fixed. I know you can walk in SPD shoes, but wouldn't fancy much more than a mile max.

I have these on my mountain bike. Best of both worlds.

https://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-m324-combination-pedals
 

welsh dragon

Thanks but no thanks. I think I'll pass.
Mr WD said he thought cherry. Blossom was falling off the trees as he walked down the lane, but it was a few flakes of snow instead:laugh:. We have lovely sunshine and snowflakes. DOH.

Apparently down in the village they all have fires going. Here I have All the doors open and no heat on at all.:laugh:
 
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Exlaser2

Veteran
Health and safety innit
The hospital prescribed some Fortijuice for MrsD 300 calories...2 per day.
We could buy them over the counter but as its needed then its on prescription.
This morning MrsD asked the carer to get one for her.
Nope!!.... not allowed.
If we had bought them over the counter she could have done it but because its prescribed she is not allowed.
Hey ho :rolleyes:.

Thats a little strange I thought it was the other way round . My mum has to to have some cream applied. It used to be prescribed but the doctor told us to buy it as it’s cheaper. But her carers will not use it unless it’s got a prescription label on it , so as Mrs ex laser works in a chemist she gets her boss to print out a official looking label . Problem solved 😀
 
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numbnuts

Legendary Member
Just done a 6 mile walk bloody freezing down to 5c feels a lot colder in the wind and it is trying to sleet now
 

PaulSB

Squire
Cheese and damson chutney roll plus a tuna/red onion/mayo one. Pot of tea. Excellent.

It is a beautiful day. Breezy and gusty but brilliant sunshine. All one needs is a sweater outside. However Mrs P is not happy. She wanted to spend the afternoon slobbing on the sofa, fire, black and white film and chocolate!! :blink:
She feels she should do "something" - make tea dear?
I'm going to the allotment to check on my plums.
 

Exlaser2

Veteran
I'm in two minds about reverting back to flat pedals. Been using clips on all my road bikes for a few years now with absolutely no problems, but found yesterday's mountain bike ride with a comfy pair of trainers and flat pedals quite nice being able to move my feet around more. Always the advantage of being able to walk a few miles if you have a mechanical that can't be fixed. I know you can walk in SPD shoes, but wouldn't fancy much more than a mile max.

Me too. I have always had problems flicking my heels out enough to uncleat and it’s getting worse. The sad thing is I have no problems with spd and multi release cleats but I only have to ride 10 miles and I get knee pain. Used Time atac for years and am now using Speedplay frogs but still have problems uncleating.
Going back to my teenage years and using toe clips are looking more and more attractive 😂😂😀
 
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