pcstru Posted December 5, 2012 Posted December 5, 2012 If you cycle to work I would sign this petition Campaign to educate all road-users on cyclists' rights and responsibilities - e-petitions Done. To my shame I've not cycled in for a few weeks and probably won't again until spring.
Dos_Box Posted December 5, 2012 Posted December 5, 2012 Easily solved with 'buffs' One over the head (under the helmet), another around the neck (pulled up to nose level if very cold). I use this combination when it's cold and I arrive toasty. Buffs? (I know this will be obvious once I post this!)
HaleStorm Posted December 5, 2012 Posted December 5, 2012 Buffs? (I know this will be obvious once I post this!) Home
Dos_Box Posted December 5, 2012 Posted December 5, 2012 Ah, a posh balaclava TBH, I have a fleecy ski 'hood' in my cycling backpack, and it looks like I'll be getting it out tonight for the morning.
hardtailstar Posted December 5, 2012 Posted December 5, 2012 Done. To my shame I've not cycled in for a few weeks and probably won't again until spring. im not cycling till spring either. although my fitness will be gone in a few weeks because im not cycling!
GeeHubb Posted December 5, 2012 Posted December 5, 2012 Popcorn at the ready for Wednesday, BBC1 9pm. BBC One - War on Britain's Roads Sitting watching this is not encouraging me to get on my bike!
HaleStorm Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 Finally ordered my bike after so much waiting for the cycle2work scheme voucher to arrive Im getting this: Scott Aspect 950 2013 :: £449.00 :: Bikes & Frames :: Mountain Bikes - 29" Hardtails :: LANGSETT CYCLES. Dawes, Ridgeback, Genesis, WTP, Mongoose,GT, Sunday & Scott Bikes specialist. And some assorted gubbins (mudguard, helmet, lights, better pedals) hopefully ready this weekend for pickup!
jinnantonnixx Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 (edited) I've never tried a 29er, but people who've tried them say they'd never to back to 26" Edited January 31, 2013 by jinnantonnixx
HaleStorm Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 The shop guy suggested i try it rather than a 26 as I have long legs and the ride is easier for a beginner as it rolls better because of the bigger wheels. The only thing i cant have with a 29er is fix-to-hub mudguards and a pannier rack is more expensive because of the mount sizes, but for me thats not a big issue
nicholab Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 (edited) Will you be getting clipless pedals? Also proper cycling trouser/tights make it easier. Edited January 31, 2013 by nicholab
BenABF Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 Seeing this thread being resurrected has motivated me to get back into cycling to work again, but the wind is ridiculous round here at the moment. I'm struggling with the 0.5 mile journey to and from the gym, its always against me on the way home
hardtailstar Posted January 31, 2013 Posted January 31, 2013 When we had snow last week, I found it was a lot easier for me to walk! but that takes more time.
mats Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 ... The only thing i cant have with a 29er is fix-to-hub mudguards and a pannier rack is more expensive because of the mount sizes, but for me thats not a big issue No mudguards? Really? The wheels on a 29er are the same size as 700c ( = road bikes) and there are loads of mudguards for them. Many will be for narrower wheels but they are available for wide mtb size wheels. See (the late, great) Sheldon Brown's site for more - Tire Sizing Systems Mudguards are great!
HaleStorm Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 The height of the actual tyre ontop of the 29er rim would make it rub against the inside of the mudguard according to the guy in the bike shop...but he's ordered me a carbon fiber frame protector and some CrudCatcher post attached mudguards for free
mats Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 The height of the actual tyre ontop of the 29er rim would make it rub against the inside of the mudguard according to the guy in the bike shop...but he's ordered me a carbon fiber frame protector and some CrudCatcher post attached mudguards for free Depends on the clearance between the tyre and the seatstay and chainstay bridges - and how much mud you're planning to ride through. Post type mudguards are better than nothing though - suspension fork + normal mguard isn't always easy. Things like this RRP NeoGuard Fork Mudguard | Evans Cycles are worthwhile too - surprising how much muck gets from the front tyre into your face via the space in front of the bike.
HaleStorm Posted February 1, 2013 Posted February 1, 2013 Im not planning on riding through mud at all really, at the moment anyway, but the roads are not great here and as its Britain is often very wet, I will see how i get on with the one's they are fitting for me and if i need something more I can always buy it and fit it later. Im just looking forward to the mile to work and back each day take less time, and being able to go to the gym without relying on a lift or a bus
plexer Posted February 20, 2013 Posted February 20, 2013 All you cyclists need this: The Nutter - The next generation of Bicycle Multi Tool by Mark Windsor - Full Windsor — Kickstarter Ben
HaleStorm Posted February 21, 2013 Posted February 21, 2013 All you cyclists need this: The Nutter - The next generation of Bicycle Multi Tool by Mark Windsor - Full Windsor — Kickstarter Ben That is actually a beautiful looking tool, really well thought out and looks like a really high grade piece of kit, I believe i do actually need one
Poults Posted April 12, 2013 Posted April 12, 2013 What's everyone do about insuring their bikes? Just bought mine today and think it may be worth insuring against theft seeings as its cost me a fair bit.
Dos_Box Posted April 13, 2013 Posted April 13, 2013 I don't have mine insured (it's not worth that much) I do have a pretty hefty lock though
mats Posted April 15, 2013 Posted April 15, 2013 Does anyone else wear bibbed shorts? For riding 2 miles to work? No, normal clothes. I will admit to lycra for big rides though. Locks - nothing special for the work / hack bike. D lock + cable lock + careful selection of time & place for locking up + on home insurance mtb / posher road bike.
nicholab Posted April 15, 2013 Posted April 15, 2013 I used to cycle in normal cloths but I ruined the trousers to quickly. Why do not make trousers that are stronger in the seat?
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