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| Aquarius |
Posted on 02-10-2013 11:27
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Ok guys, thanks about it.
Just waiting a couple of days for my Garmin 510 to be repaired and I can buy the Powertap.  |
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| wogsrus |
Posted on 03-10-2013 07:23
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Got what felt like a cramp yesterday, but think l may have strained my calf muscle. Feels decent, but might lay off it for a bit. |
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| ianrussell |
Posted on 03-10-2013 08:45
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wogsrus wrote:
Got what felt like a cramp yesterday, but think l may have strained my calf muscle. Feels decent, but might lay off it for a bit.
Maybe just that unpleasant, residual bunching up of the muscle you can get after very bad cramp? Sometimes that can last a day or two. |
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| wogsrus |
Posted on 03-10-2013 08:58
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ianrussell wrote:
wogsrus wrote:
Got what felt like a cramp yesterday, but think l may have strained my calf muscle. Feels decent, but might lay off it for a bit.
Maybe just that unpleasant, residual bunching up of the muscle you can get after very bad cramp? Sometimes that can last a day or two. Straight as l felt it, thought l had strained it. Felt much worse than any other cramp. Then l gradually got it to stretch out, and rode home which was 20 ks away. |
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| ShortsNL |
Posted on 03-10-2013 09:54
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Guys, I need some advice and help from you. I want to start cycling, but I am already getting lost. I need your guidance!
I'm almost 24, and I want to start working on my shape and fitness, as I don't want to end with a beer belly at 45 and dead at 70. I've tried running but I don't enjoy it so much. I like the exercise but it's very intense.
I'm thinking of buying a racing bike and some gear, just to start riding. Of course like any Dutchman I own a city bike, but that thing weighs and handles like a brick. I've looked on up some info on the internet, but I am completely lost.
There's so much info coming at me. What bike to buy, what gear to get, how to train, and so on. I kinda just wanna get on a bike and start riding 
Could anyone provide me with like a 10-step tutorial in order for me to start training? How did you guys start? It's all still quite daunting and I'm not even sure if I'll like it, so I don't want to spend too much on bike and gear.
Any advice would be very much appreciated.
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| alex-sonic |
Posted on 03-10-2013 10:10
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ShortsNL wrote:
Guys, I need some advice and help from you. I want to start cycling, but I am already getting lost. I need your guidance!
I'm almost 24, and I want to start working on my shape and fitness, as I don't want to end with a beer belly at 45 and dead at 70. I've tried running but I don't enjoy it so much. I like the exercise but it's very intense.
I'm thinking of buying a racing bike and some gear, just to start riding. Of course like any Dutchman I own a city bike, but that thing weighs and handles like a brick. I've looked on up some info on the internet, but I am completely lost.
There's so much info coming at me. What bike to buy, what gear to get, how to train, and so on. I kinda just wanna get on a bike and start riding
Could anyone provide me with like a 10-step tutorial in order for me to start training? How did you guys start? It's all still quite daunting and I'm not even sure if I'll like it, so I don't want to spend too much on bike and gear.
Any advice would be very much appreciated.
Hi dude
i'm exactly like you! I'm 24 and I begin bike 15 days ago. But just a difference I made racing bike before so it was easier for me to choose my bike 
So what is your budget? Do you think you have enough motivation to train regularly? Do you think you will race after?
Cycling as sport is all about motivation when it's windy or cold!
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| ianrussell |
Posted on 03-10-2013 12:10
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ShortsNL wrote:
Guys, I need some advice and help from you...
The stage you're at I'd consider getting a second hand bike or at absolute most an entry level road bike (Google budget/entry level roadbikes - read. You might still be able to find some reduced models from the 2013 ranges, though most would have been sold by now - early September is probably the best time).
Personally I really wouldn't get too hung up on the details until you know you're into it. If you want a stepped process here's how it might go:
1. Buy a cheap bike you are happy with.
2. Ride it a few times wherever you want to and see if you enjoy it.
3. If you do, think about getting some basic winter gear given the time of year (e.g. From Wiggle's website I got the budget range DHB bib shorts, waterproof gloves, a headband [for ears - cold ear headaches aren't much fun] and a jacket - I'm was then fine to ride down to a temperature of a few degrees above 0C).
4. Google basic bike maintenance and above all else clean the chain and keep it lubricated.
5. Ride further and faster.
6. Consider joining a local club or signing up for Strava to further motivate yourself.
7. Think about upgrading your bike and gear as and when you get into it and have the inclination. |
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| wackojackohighcliffe |
Posted on 03-10-2013 14:37
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When you start, you don't really need to think about training techniques all that much. The most important thing (and this continues throughout all your cycling life, even if you're racing at a good level) is to enjoy your riding. Take it fairly steady to start with, find some nice quiet roads, give it a dig every so often and you'll learn to enjoy the burn (read "pain" ). As you say, it is actually about just getting on a bike and riding. After a couple of months of steadily increasing the distance and speed you ride at, join a fairly low-level cycling club and you'll see great improvements in your riding as well as learning a lot about the sport and finding great new routes. You can then move on to stronger clubs if their pace and distance becomes too easy for you. But for now: get an entry-level road bike (the btwin Triban range seem to be a good option but it depends on how much you want/can spend), get your arse out on the road and have some fun. |
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| 547984 |
Posted on 04-10-2013 02:00
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Quite ironically, I was looking at my gears yesterday when I crashed into a parked car. You'd think it be the other way around, now I feel like a dumbass.
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| dienblad |
Posted on 04-10-2013 16:05
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ShortsNL wrote:
Guys, I need some advice and help from you. I want to start cycling, but I am already getting lost. I need your guidance!
I'm almost 24, and I want to start working on my shape and fitness, as I don't want to end with a beer belly at 45 and dead at 70. I've tried running but I don't enjoy it so much. I like the exercise but it's very intense.
I'm thinking of buying a racing bike and some gear, just to start riding. Of course like any Dutchman I own a city bike, but that thing weighs and handles like a brick. I've looked on up some info on the internet, but I am completely lost.
There's so much info coming at me. What bike to buy, what gear to get, how to train, and so on. I kinda just wanna get on a bike and start riding
Could anyone provide me with like a 10-step tutorial in order for me to start training? How did you guys start? It's all still quite daunting and I'm not even sure if I'll like it, so I don't want to spend too much on bike and gear.
Any advice would be very much appreciated.
Don't know where in the Netherlands you live, but you can go to some bike stores that are specialized in road bikes (eg Mantel fietsen in Arnhem, Mat Salden in Limbricht, 12gobiking in Vlaardingen) and explain there what you seek.
I'd see say:
- Look for an alu bike with Shimano 105 (or similar by Sram or Campagnolo). Example: https://www.mantel...-harrier-1
- Buy also a helmet (available for €50-70), buy some good bibs (different brands, as Bio Racer are pretty cheap and good) as they're the most important piece of equipment. Look for some dumb shirts, or older team jerseys. DOnt go for clipless pedals from the start, you can always buy them later.
- Just try cycling to discover what you like (flat, polder, hills, etcetera, depending on where you live). First just try to improve your stamina (cadence of 80-90 per minute, don't start too fast, and just go further every time).
- Simply enjoy it.
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| wackojackohighcliffe |
Posted on 04-10-2013 16:42
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547984 wrote:
Quite ironically, I was looking at my gears yesterday when I crashed into a parked car. You'd think it be the other way around, now I feel like a dumbass.
Sorry? You'd think it more likely that you were looking at a parked car when you crashed into your gears? |
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| SSJ2Luigi |
Posted on 04-10-2013 17:37
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547984 wrote:
Quite ironically, I was looking at my gears yesterday when I crashed into a parked car. You'd think it be the other way around, now I feel like a dumbass.
did that too but also had the other way around happen
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| 547984 |
Posted on 05-10-2013 02:54
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wackojackohighcliffe wrote:
547984 wrote:
Quite ironically, I was looking at my gears yesterday when I crashed into a parked car. You'd think it be the other way around, now I feel like a dumbass.
Sorry? You'd think it more likely that you were looking at a parked car when you crashed into your gears?
lol, in all seriousness I was trying to say that it'd be more likely for a car to crash into a parked cyclist.
baseballlover312, 06-03-14 : "Nuke Moscow...Don't worry Russia, we've got plenty of love to go around your cities"
Sarah Palin, 08-03-14 (CPAC, on Russian aggression) : "The only thing that stops a bad guy with a nuke is a good guy with a nuke"
Big thanks to jdog for making this AMAZING userbar! |
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| ianrussell |
Posted on 07-10-2013 11:41
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So someone has something against me enjoying the last bit of sunshine of this year. Latest mishap was not being able to get into the bike storage room over the weekend due to a broken lock  |
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| ShortsNL |
Posted on 07-10-2013 12:22
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Guys what do you think of this bike as a starter?
https://www.kieboo...BBCE214D11
Not much bike info on the website, and not sure if it's my size (I still need to get some measurements for myself) but I really like the look and the price.
Edited by ShortsNL on 07-10-2013 12:26
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| ianrussell |
Posted on 07-10-2013 12:46
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ShortsNL wrote:
Guys what do you think of this bike as a starter?
https://www.kieboo...BBCE214D11
Not much bike info on the website, and not sure if it's my size (I still need to get some measurements for myself) but I really like the look and the price.
Quick Google of Trek Alpha 1000 suggests most are happy with it - it looks like solid enough entry level stuff. Most importantly if it appeals to you and will get you out riding then go for it. |
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| sutty68 |
Posted on 07-10-2013 12:50
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ShortsNL wrote:
Guys what do you think of this bike as a starter?
https://www.kieboo...BBCE214D11
Not much bike info on the website, and not sure if it's my size (I still need to get some measurements for myself) but I really like the look and the price.
Its the bike i use at the moment and i am pretty happy with it  |
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| Strydz |
Posted on 07-10-2013 13:09
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ShortsNL
It is a nice bike to get started into road cycling, they are a nice solid bike for the price and as Ianrussell said, as long as you like it then it will get you out riding which is what you want from your 1st roadie
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| Aquarius |
Posted on 07-10-2013 20:53
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Trek -> Lance Armstrong. Argh. Just don't.
Equipped with Shimano stuff : I wouldn't get anywhere near that bike.
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| SSJ2Luigi |
Posted on 07-10-2013 20:55
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Aquarius wrote:
Trek -> Lance Armstrong. Argh. Just don't.
Equipped with Shimano stuff : I wouldn't get anywhere near that bike.
Race against him Shorts and sprint away from the start. he won't want to overtake you
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