doing the 15mile round trip /quote]
thats not a trip thats a recovery ride. ;)
thats not a trip thats a recovery ride. ;)
One of my finest moments of recent years was one evening last summer, on my fully ladened Kona (lights, pump, big tyres, hairy legs etc etc) doing the 15mile round trip up Ringinglow Rd, Higgar, Millstone and back into Sheff past the Foxhouse.
on another note, where do i get those HUGE padded lycra shorts then??? ( you know the one's that make those thin roadies look like they've got codpieces on)
on another note, where do i get those HUGE padded lycra shorts then??? ( you know the one's that make those thin roadies look like they've got codpieces on) as the saddle on my road beauty to be is like a fickin razor compared to a DH bike!!!
i am reliably in formed that the steak makes a nice post ride meal being nicely tenderized.
shoes £90
undershirt £15
shortsleeve top£30
long sleeve top£40
gillet£100
shorts£120
socks£5
helmet£50
I had a wonderful little fling with some bright yellow Veloflex tyres last summer, but it was just that - they only lasted a couple of months.
Get a mountain bike FD. Much more fun, excitement, adventure.
shit if i'd only known there was a potential buyer for that old cycling junk the missus made take to the tip.
that bianchi may not be the genuine retro deal.as in the 70s they had green leather handle bar tape stitched in place.also that doesn't look like campagnolo equipment and back in the day no italian bike maker would have used foreign stuff.
My knees aren't what they used to be
Webbo, I'm impressed with the kit list,and must admit to having never actually thought of how much it all adds up to. What shorts and gilet are you using £100 and £120 seem pretty damn pricey. :)
gonna have to go mail order for me shorts.. not my size in LBS, may as well get a new top then as well!!! ;D
that bianchi may not be the genuine retro deal.as in the 70s they had green leather handle bar tape stitched in place.also that doesn't look like campagnolo equipment and back in the day no italian bike maker would have used foreign stuff.
i'll look good in red and black assos though!! ;D
Any of you guys ever bonked?
i'll look good in red and black assos though!! ;D
This is obviously some new meaning of the word "good" :P
haven't actually worn it for quite some timeyou see now theres the rub..........we learn from our mistakes.
"is it worth paying £100 for a saddle to save a 100 grams"
"is it worth paying £100 for a saddle to save a 100 grams"
No it's not, have a shit instead.
and lose the 1/2 a stone over i'm currently packing!!
Now, climbing and cycling are fairly complimentary, in the sense that they don't interfere with each other to any great extent, and you can (if you so wish) train for and/or take part in both on the same day/consecutive days, etc, etc without any particular problems. What I don't get is how anyone could combine proper climbing and proper (ie - Cat 2 and above) road racing without either being a physiological freak or trust-funded full-timer.
(http://www.fearandloathinginladakh.com/images/DSC00014.jpg)
where's that razor?
Looks like the trig point at Lost Lad/Derwent Tor....nope, saddle rash and garish team jumper coming your way(hang on. you roadies actually enjoy that type of thing!)
Nice looking bike!
For spoddy gits, note the titanium spring on the shock....saves all of 150grms
looks like crossfell which was as grey and pissing down as your photo when i was there.nope, award yourself a sniff of fatdocs post ride chamois
I've got more mud on my Litespeed than you've got on that heavy tractor/bike machine of yours. Is it new, or are you particularly fastidious when it comes to bicycle hygiene?Its fairly new but the track up to that trig is very rocky and not muddy and it was pissing down thus cleaning the bike a bit....also that is not my heaviest bike that is awarded to my proper downhill bike coming in at a tad under 48lbs(front wheel weight including disk and inner tube somewhere near to 7.5lbs) My turner in the picture is around 35lbs, unfortunately the tyres are 2.4" super sticky beasts that suck up any energy on anything even remotely similar to a road......well thats my excuse.
slimfast is the epitome of the fair weather MTBer - a total mud shy faggot!!!
unfortunately the tyres are 2.4" super sticky beasts that suck up any energy on anything even remotely similar to a road......well thats my excuse.
Right you lycra gaylords this is what you want.....
(http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r277/lucianthebison/misc019.jpg)
embrocation and a new bic razor for guessing the location
Mmmm hardtails :)
This is my semi-completed Santa Cruz Chameleon, which I recently broke 2 fingers falling off :)
And this is what you should be doing on it, not going to work !!
slimfast is the epitome of the fair weather MTBer - a total mud shy faggot!!!
Pot. Kettle. Black.
;) :lol:
And this is what you should be doing on it, not going to work !!
Give me some money then :)
Not too far from Cham .....slimfast is the epitome of the fair weather MTBer - a total mud shy faggot!!!
Pot. Kettle. Black.
;) :lol:
i'll have you know that i'm even getting my roadbike wet these days, as the initial fear of wet slippy roads receeds... commute most days now and get a few miles in at the weekend...
on the mtb side i've always been up for a ride / slide around in the clart... though it is does get a bit remoralising cleaning a full susser every time you ride!!
Norton... that single track is not in the portes de soleil... so it's up near cham then n'est pa??
i do find it quite amusing that the marco saddle generates such glee amongst my fellow cyclists. i don't think an "I love Ben Johnson" t-shirt and matching trainers would go down particularly well at the athletics track...
Our Si is selling his downhiller after another tumbleIve heard, spoke to him other week week! might be passing your way soon on way to the northern coast, will give you a shout if near.
Besides the optimum number of bikes is X+1 (where X is the number of bikes you already own).
Was just doing that lunchtime surfing thing and found this for the leg shavers amongst you ...Did you scroll to the bottom?
http://sheldonbrown.com/chainclean.html (http://sheldonbrown.com/chainclean.html)
:shrug:
good effort Percy, my arse has yet to be conditioned to take that amount of abuse...
Seeing as the climbing season has finished for the year (possibly for ever as we reach the end of the world....!) I did the British Cyclosportive yesterday. Interesting riding a tour stage - albeit one of the flat stages. Lots of shaved legs there though, I can tell you. Never seen so many nice bikes, as 5000 of the keenist roadies in the country got their pride and joy all mucky in the shitty weather. Good fun, but pretty full-on riding 127 miles into 20mph headwinds. Anyway, I made it, and have no enthusiasm for sitting back on my bike currently - sore arse doesn't begin to describe! The computer on my bike reckons I used 5500 calories up during the ride. Imagine doing that everyday for the next 21 days - maximum respect to the tour riders.
i'm not the only privately educated one on here though am I Bubs...?I was only a day boy tho - you were a full on boarding, fagging gimp :)
more worryingly is surviving a week with you in morzine :shag: ;)I used chloroform - you just never woke up :o
did you ride the hill up into goudhurst in the big ring though?!
did you ride the hill up into goudhurst in the big ring though?! i have ridden up and down that road (through to tenterden and beyond) more times than i care to remember...
My golden rule is never get out of the saddle unless its really frigging steep (ie:Winnats Pass!)
BTW, any MTBers on here up for the www.avalanchetrophy.com in scotland this august? I've entered (though not heard back from the organisers as yet), and have yet to find anyone else willing to undergo the obvious discomfort and exhaustion the event will dole out.
when i first started cycling i was informed an englishman never leaves the saddle,it is ungentlemanly to do so.maybe thats why we've never had a tour winner.
Defo on for the Etape Caladonia next year - hope I can get a place...they are rarer than rocking horse shit. Might do a couple more sportives this year if I can find the time.
i like to stay in the saddle until that particular muscle group stops working then get out until that muscle group stops working, sit down until....i usually find that sitting or standing depends on how hard the git whose wheel your trying to hang on to is going.
I hope all you leg shavers ride about 3 abreast at all times just to fuck off the rest of the road-using public?
2 abrest is legal.
Knocking on the drivers window hard was little revenge but didn't half make him jump :)I tend to use a good hard slap on the roof :)
I tend to use a good hard slap on the roof
Knocking on the drivers window hard was little revenge but didn't half make him jump :)I tend to use a good hard slap on the roof :)
I nearly drove right into some guy a while back near ringinglow. I'm not fucking wit you when i say he was on a black bike, dressed head to foot in black and with no lights or reflectors (or helmet), and it was pitch black. Its a good job i wasn't cutting my fingernails or playing a game of trivial pursuit on my lap, i might have seriously dented the bonet.
Lets hope the dickhead cyclists out there are in the minority.
I was on foot and with girlfriend and so was a tad concerned. When I realised he was brandishing a pair of pliars I didn't know wether to be more or less worried....
Every time a car managed to get past and pipped their horn in disgust they gave the car driver the two finger salute. Now I'm not one to get upset when I drive around but I thought this was a liitle out of order. So when it came my turn to go past I wound down the passenger window and told the naughty pushbikers what I thought of their selfish and innappropriate behaviour to which one of the group decided to bang on the roof of my car.
even round blind corners where the national speed limit applies
I especially like re-overtaking them in the line of traffic.
it really fucks me off when people ride bikes on the pavement.
I don't know if you're being sarky, but just because a national speed limit applies doesn't mean it's safe to drive at it. You drive at the speed at which it's safe to stop in the distance you can see to be clear.I didn't say it was safe to do so. But there are plenty drivers out there who will drive too fast for conditions and so will still splatter you on your bike. Whether or not the driver is in the wrong is irrelevant when you're dead.
I won't single out Simmo's violence here given we're all 'fessing up but
riding fast in a group has got to be one of the best cycling sensations (as well as freshly shaved thigh against lycra / 10 sec plus manual wheelie / unwrapping and eating mars bar while riding raleigh grifter no-handed) and i am quite happy with riding 2 abreast in a big group. as a driver, i'd prefer to overtake 15 riders if they were 2 across rather than in single file. that said, if i'm on a narrow road in a group i would tend to try to string it out a bit.
And i saw a guy manual all the way down the hill past the jet station in crookes - well over 10 secs. it was well...erm...brown.
i once interviewed a guy who had managed to wheelie all the way from notting hill gate tube to marble arch without stopping. pedalling of course, but a fine achievement nonetheless.
Due to my fucked wrist, i've been looking for a road bike for the past month. Living in S10 I decided a compact geat set is needed (50/34) and being a Yorkshireman I am looking for some kind of good deal! )I.e last years model etc, this is proving very difficult to get a bargain with a compact. I did nearly get 2006 Ribble, but they ran out of compacts, so if anyone knows of any bargains, or is selling a 52-54 with compact, I'd be grateful ;D.i bought a bike with a compact 50/36 but after a mate suggested i went the whole hog and should just get an electric scooter instead.i changed it for 53/39. :-[
Yours .....a tight skint bastard!
fuck me dolly, what you selling that one for???Decided I only need one black framed Dolan really. This is the other black Dolan - not the one I went out on the other day
very similar and the implication is you need to be a granny to have one on your bike. :whistle:
And i saw a guy manual all the way down the hill past the jet station in crookes - well over 10 secs. it was well...erm...brown.
50 / 34 for me...
i cant climb, and i'm proud!! (that makes 2 sports before anyone else says it)
do you work at a school.my mate in york takes the kids mountain biking.he managed to get a load of bikes and tools at discount from evans.he himself gets 30% off even on sale stuff.you could try a bit of blagging.
are front-shocks overkill when you are almost always on the roadI would say yes. If you're always road riding then it's just unnecessary extra weight.
do they make that much difference for those rare bit of trail riding etc?If you're just going to be riding fairly smooth offroad trails then you can do without them too. If you're going to be dealing with rocks and drops then I would say you want some.
Cheers for advice so far - suspected that a road bike would be the recommended option being as I plan to be almost aways on roads (the clue was in their name). Just that to man of my incredibly indecisive nature they just seem so.... extreme - especially for one more interested in ease than speed (and I have nightmares about hitting a grate in wet weather and finding myself under a truck). Still, I guess there's no point in mediocrity and pretending that I am in the Tour de France would make pedalling around Selby more interesting (and the steroid abuse might benefit my climbing). Any recomendations for cheap road-bikes etc?I have a hybrid (Kona Dr Doo), that I use for commuting (just over 40Km round trip), and I really like it - my route contains about 3-4 kms of gravel trails, which would be tough with a road bike. Disk brakes are great in the wet, and a touring tyre gives oodles of grip on normal roads for making emergency stops (entertaining in the snow/ice though.......).
Cheers for advice so far - suspected that a road bike would be the recommended option ... they just seem so.... extreme
once you purchase said bike on ride to work scheme do you actually have to go to work on it.i'm thinking 50% of something with disc wheels low pro bars etc or a nice titanium jobbie would go well in my stable of bikes.
is there a minimum number of days i.e. once a year. :whistle:
once you purchase said bike on ride to work scheme do you actually have to go to work on it.i'm thinking 50% of something with disc wheels low pro bars etc or a nice titanium jobbie would go well in my stable of bikes.
is there a minimum number of days i.e. once a year. :whistle:
has anyone travelled abroad (spain) with a bike (mountain). anyone got any beta on how to stop them getting trashed by baggage handlers?
is it a real effort?
right, we need a roll call of who does, who doesn't. (shave)
me, no. (not yet).
this is one hard core sport. been on the bike every day since i got it. saturday i felt what someone with asthma must feel 30miles in, had to straighten up and suck in the air!
as my mate said to me, "its good because it is about suffering."
i also went out and got some assos shorts to replace the sh~t ones i had, much more comfortable!
then a ride back to Sheffield via
long term goal for me winnats,
i am quite concerned that it is nearly turbo trainer time again. i wonder if in years to come that particular instrument of torture might go the way of bear baiting and corporal punishment and get banned. i think i might try illuminated mountain biking as an alternative.
i guess that's what those rides were like. the rest of them were probably treating it like a level 2/3 ride. for me, every hill was a hardcore interval, going into the 180s every time just to hang on. it's funny how pride can be such a driving force.
as an aside, i tried one of those caffeine energy gels yesterday. after riding up a bloody awful hill on our second lap (on a fucking heavy stinky primo) i had the most awful cold sweat and near passing out experience. the gel thingy did a pretty good job of keeping me alive on the way down, because in my experience delirium and big rock steps don't really mix.
i am quite concerned that it is nearly turbo trainer time again. i wonder if in years to come that particular instrument of torture might go the way of bear baiting and corporal punishment and get banned. i think i might try illuminated mountain biking as an alternative.
although i'm a big fan of turbo training as its the best way to get strong and fast.its got to be the most mind numbing,painful experience known to man kind.i find it really hard to warm down after a session cos i'm so desperate to get off the bloody thing.
i don't know what the set i was on when i did threshhold test but it sounds similar plus i had the added benefit off 2 mates bellowing encouragement as just about puked.i am quite concerned that it is nearly turbo trainer time again. i wonder if in years to come that particular instrument of torture might go the way of bear baiting and corporal punishment and get banned. i think i might try illuminated mountain biking as an alternative.
although i'm a big fan of turbo training as its the best way to get strong and fast.its got to be the most mind numbing,painful experience known to man kind.i find it really hard to warm down after a session cos i'm so desperate to get off the bloody thing.
have you ridden an srm ergo? if a turbo trainer is like being beaten with an iron bar for 40 minutes, then the SRM is like organ removal without anaesthetic. Once the power level is set it won't let you drop below it. If your legs slow then the resistance increases. And doing a max test on it is unspeakably awful...
Then there's the tale of a local club full of strong youths going out on a sunday with some old bastard called Malcom Elliott tagging along. Aparently the youths heard this Elliott dude used to be good, so going up Froggatt hill they all gang up on Malcom and try and leave him behind. After 5 minutes going flat out and just when the group thought they'd dropped the ancient one, Malcom rides past the whole group no-handed, putting on a rain cape, and then announces that the spurt of pace from the group was a nice warm up and leaves everybody for dead! The lesson here is beware the knarly ancient roadies - many of them can still do a bit... (not that Malcom Elliott is ancient by any extent of the imagination)!
get a wheelchair.
i felt the effect of sunday last night at my regular running training.
4 x 400m with 1 min rest, 4 sets. every lap under 75 seconds.
i felt that i was running in sand in the 14th, 15th, and 16th lap. MORE REST NEEDED!!!
however, i did feel positive effects on the cardio side, recovery between sets was much quicker. :)
i think the really high cadence thing is a bit of a read herring.
Once you've got your eye in and are feeling particularly stupid, I like to ride out of Sheffield up Ringinglow and over Stanage, through Bamford and over Mam Nick, then drop down to Chapel (nice long descent), get on the A6 for a bit towards Manchester then turn left down to Macclesfield and head home over the cat and fiddle to Buxton, then do a bit more A6 and come down Millers Dale then through Litton, back through Stoney and Baslow and back up the long drag underneath Gardoms. I my experience, this makes your legs hurt. A lot. And makes you walk like John Wayne for several hours afterwards.
Have all you shavers seen that new, very posh looking bike shop opening at the bottom of Greystones Road? "La Bicycletta" or something? Sorry if it's old news, was just passing by yesterday...
Cycled past this morning suited and booted, with hangover (thanks Bubs & Fatboy), looked in the window. You should have seen the look of disgust I got when they realised I was on a proper hardtail. :thumbsup:
Obviously, like any experienced bike handler I took the ride big style, got flipped and ended up whizzing across the infield on my arse with the bike still attached to my left leg, heading straight towards the coaches who luckily got out of the way pretty quick! Falling off indoors is a far smoother experience than on the road - more of a deep burn than the usual gravel rash..
where exactly is this haven of expense and depravity!!
I'm assuming that there a few people who ride compacts for this next question.
I had my new Ultegra (with compact chainset) groupset fitted today. Went out for a blast tonite. Have to say I was a little disappointed. It was as smooth as you like, but in the smaller cogs on both chain rings I was experiencing chainrub.
I've had a compact before, but assumed the chainrub was because of various parts of a groupsets assembled over the years, so not quite synching correctly, slightly different sizes etc.
This is brand new, fitted by trained mechanics etc.
have they done a bad job or is everyone's compact groupset like that ?
bubba, if i didnt want your children i'd -ve karma you for that... I know you're simply in denial... remembe those lyrca BIB SHORTS you used to downhill in mate? I for one will never forget!!True but i am now reformed :)
Salt beef Condor bikes -London based heard mixed reviews, from really good to arrogant shit.
You could try the new place on Greystones Road, looks like where one may buy an armani suit. Lord knows how they expect to make money. There were 2 chaps in there doing naff all the other day.
Compact / triple ring = Weak. AKA Granny ring for obvious reasons. Fair enough in the alps maybe.
now then.
it is my birthday coming up so i may come into some money if my rentals think i have been nice enough to them.
i am attracted to the idea of a single speed bike to ride to work on, more to the point to build one myself up so i can get some practice doing bike building stuff.
does anyone have any experience doing such tasks?
i see that some parts are avaliable on chainreaction.com and such like. (chain tensioners etc...)
basically i just want a bit of advice...where for example can i get a frame and forks from, £150 from ribble (any cheaper? im not sure weight is really an issue...)
oh, i want it to free wheel too, i take it that that is possible?!
in the mean time, as a thankyou, i present you with this:
http://video.google.co.uk/videoplay?docid=-8867862777896510907&q=bicycle+trick+riding
Chill fatdoc, I was only kidding. I've never ridden a compact or triple, so can't comment.
I do live in Sheffield and ride most of the peak as training, and have thought about changing to a compact.
I agree Stanleys is the place to go. Good honest advice, and they really know about the bikes they are selling. No shit just the advice you need. They let you test bikes for a whole day quite often, which is great. But a single speed, you obviously don't live near a hill or something.
pink oakleysoh my god!
not my usual french DH lift assisted fun, but "real" bike type ridingstop this sickness now!
pink oakleysoh my god!not my usual french DH lift assisted fun, but "real" bike type ridingstop this sickness now!
He is not the first man to be convicted of a sexual offence involving an inanimate object, however.
Karl Watkins, an electrician, was jailed for having sex with pavements in Redditch, Worcs, in 1993.
This however is not a good idea
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGkPPyDtWJc (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGkPPyDtWJc)
Thats gotta hurt. Reminds me of the big H's crash speed skiing.This however is not a good idea
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGkPPyDtWJc (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fGkPPyDtWJc)
Have a look at these nutters
http://www.digave.com/
My Dad's just been put in hospital by a 16 year old kid on bike with no lights, only one working brake, riding on the pavement. A friend of Mrs Obi's mum just died from cracking his head on the pavement after being knocked over by a cyclist in London. Risking you own life biking in heavy traffic is good fun, I've been there, but killing and injuring pedestrians is not really that clever is it. Be careful out there.
I know that some of you drive cars; but please, let's be aggreed: car drivers are cunts.
Blows me away how many car drivers forget they drive a steel box.
163
Overtake only when it is safe and legal to do so. You should
* not get too close to the vehicle you intend to overtake
* use your mirrors, signal when it is safe to do so, take a quick sideways glance if necessary into the blind spot area and then start to move out
* not assume that you can simply follow a vehicle ahead which is overtaking; there may only be enough room for one vehicle
* move quickly past the vehicle you are overtaking, once you have started to overtake. Allow plenty of room. Move back to the left as soon as you can but do not cut in
Give vulnerable road users at least as much space as you would a car
* take extra care at night and in poor visibility when it is harder to judge speed and distance
* give way to oncoming vehicles before passing parked vehicles or other obstructions on your side of the road
* only overtake on the left if the vehicle in front is signalling to turn right, and there is room to do so
* stay in your lane if traffic is moving slowly in queues. If the queue on your right is moving more slowly than you are, you may pass on the left
* give motorcyclists, cyclists and horse riders at least as much room as you would when overtaking a car (see Rules 211-215)
Remember: Mirrors – Signal – Manoeuvre
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When passing motorcyclists and cyclists, give them plenty of room (see Rules 162-167). If they look over their shoulder it could mean that they intend to pull out, turn right or change direction. Give them time and space to do so.
213
Motorcyclists and cyclists may suddenly need to avoid uneven road surfaces and obstacles such as drain covers or oily, wet or icy patches on the road. Give them plenty of room and pay particular attention to any sudden change of direction they may have to make.
I know that some of you drive cars; but please, let's be aggreed: car drivers are cunts.
how many groups of people can we stereotype in one thread?
hanoi
so not all truck drivers are cunts.Agreed.
At the er.. slight risk of getting back on topic, today I bought a titanium frame, god I hope its worth the money.
Me and Fatdoc have also confirmed our trip to the Alps in July.
Anyone ridden the Telegraphe/Galibier ?
fuck me, I'm dead. :'(Just sick in the head :lol:
Me and Fatdoc have also confirmed our trip to the Alps in July.:o
Anyone ridden the Telegraphe/Galibier ?
FD you need to buy some of these.
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=18139&PartnerID=1410.
I'll post pics of the new bike in a bit.....
Bloody hell Fatdoc, a sore batty after 74K? Have you installed the saddle or are you perched on the seat pin?!?!
too right........
all this talk of lycra is just plain wrong.
just to redress the balance
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Right I need to get some new bars for my lovely new Ti frame which will arrive on Wednesday. There's loads of bargains online at the moment. I want to spend about 50 -60 quid, get something as light and stiff as possible.go on, just spend a much as you can mate!!
What do people ride or have ridden and would recommend ? I'm a bit unsure about flattened tops cos of adjusting angle etc.
I'm a bit unsure about flattened tops cos of adjusting angle etc.
Cheeky fuck.
At last I've got a flat stomach eh ? ;)
question: brakes are a bit shit because when pulled, one pad stays against the rim rather than springing back. how do i cure this (dont suggest buying new brakes!!)?Tricky one. Strip them down remembering where each washer goes, clean and lube them, make sure the rear inner most arm can pivot ok. There's not much chance to adjust most old-school side pull calipers, I always liked the old centre pull calipers, even though some people though they juddered more, I always found they were much more powerful. Why reluctant to change them?
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j272/the_third_eye/bike.jpg)i think you can slacken then off by fannying about with the nuts at the front off the brake which might help.mind the last time i had brakes like that robert millar was still a bloke.also given the length of stem you have out of your frame,either you've a bad back or the frames too small for you.
winter ride.
question: brakes are a bit shit because when pulled, one pad stays against the rim rather than springing back. how do i cure this (dont suggest buying new brakes!!)?
i'm out XC nightriding tonight. the guys i go out with will expecting some fit roadie.... i'll be burnt and dropped on the first tech climb I'm sure!!
it's amazing how you can go from a work commute PB to a total spaz in 10 day!! :'(
dolby
i should know that having ridden,raced and even climbed up there.i must be traumatised by the thought of mountain biking again.dolby
I think they mean Dalby :)
WHAT...
no Ti seatpost????
why man?
why?
it always used to be pretty good.however they have spent a lot of time and money creating new circuits and an area where you can do those jump things and break bits of your body and bike.which has just reminded me i broke my collar bone up there when my front tire blew out at speed.
Easton do a couple of carbon seat posts in 30.9 - dunno where sells them mind but worth a Google i'm sure
WHAT...
no Ti seatpost?
why man?
why?
1. You guys watched belleville rendezvous? Good leg shaving film.had it on DVD for ages and still not got round to watching it.
2. You lot are harping on about winter bikes. Will it really do my new bike too much harm if i only have, and can only afford, an all year bike. it cost less than 4 hundred.I think these boys with the luxury of having a choice of hugely expensive bikes don't like to get salt/grit/mud on their precious carbon fibre/titanium/metal-matrix etc. The salt might etch the logos off the aluminum Campag group set (Zut alors!) I don't think you need to worry, hose it down to get the salt off if you do have a wet ride in the winter. Big H always keeps full length mud guards on his training bike year round. Saw the big man tonight and he's say's he'll get his legendary skiing vid on YouTube soon.
I want a new bike. What should I get. Titanium or carbon. Ti is heavier than carbon but is indestructable. Any thoughts appreciated before I splash the cash.it depends what you intend to do with it.carbon is more ridgid and therefore your efforts will mean more power being laid down and less comfort.titanium is a softer ride almost like having suspension so some of your energy goes to waste but its a less harsh ride.
My dad went out and got a big ass petrol all singing and dancing pressure washer, tried to clean the car with it and stripped some of the paint. How we laughed. In the end the only use he could find for it was breaking up a concrete patio he didn't want and crowd control (the golf club can get pretty rowdy apparently...)That's genius! Remember even a cheapo one can strip all the grease from even sealed bearings! Keep well clear of all lubed bits of your bike. In face however much it is tempting, you better off using a normal hose and soft brush/sponge to clean your bike.
Mind you a bargain basin electric jobbie will probably not have the power to bend a bike frame.
I was told that you can use a Karcher or other similarly low pressure high pressure jet as long as you don't point the jet at the bottom bracket, rear mech etc.
BTW, what's the problem you're in the main shot of you on rock ?
I've been freezing my arse off commuting the past two mornings. Need some poncy tights. Anyone got any suggestions to keep me warm.
Fatdoc, let me know when you find out how to get to the forms as I'm up for doing it. I'm doing the Houston to Auston MS150 as part of a team from work in April so this would be great prep.
climbing...is a bit more involved than riding a bike.
there's a group of us on here that are going for a 4 man 24hr XC event soon
:'(
i'm one of them
which 24hr mountain bike event are you doing.the yorkshire gritstone bouldering mountain bike team are considering doing one which is worrying as they are a man down.
HI fatdoc, Cheshire cat is looming.
I'm no pedal expert, but I've heard speedplay pedals are suppose to be good for those with knee problems.
I'm also in the process of wanting to change my pedal shoe combo so would be interested to know what you go for.
Time pedals have good reviews on line.
Apparently Spec shoes are also suppose to be good.
P.s I know the name of a good knee surgeon....Doesn't do NHS though!!
do la bicicletta have a web site?
are campagnalo mirage any cop?
will anyone be doing leetapedudales?
http://www.labicicleta.co.ukI just made a mess looking at the the dalkiia carbon frame.
http://www.shimano24.com/ (http://www.shimano24.com/)
How about a UKB team? I'd be keen... Teams of 5. Looks like fun?
http://www.shimano24.com/
How about a UKB team? I'd be keen... Teams of 5. Looks like fun?
word up home's got myself a condor italia from ebay. 380. ridden for 15 miles. fucking psyched....:great:
I'm well unhappy at this, it's too up it's own arse for it's own good.I agree mate. Typical bloody English roadie scene.
Houdini, has the sport of gear freakery been lost on you?
By the time I can afford £8k for a bike I'll by over 50 so I'll do 45 miles on it before I collapse and die.
Fuck off.
Wouldn't it be shit if everyone thought the same?yes.
. I frequently overtake a chap on a nice cervelo on my way home - and yes I would love one - but don't have that kind of spare cash. He's heading towards 50 and probably falls into 'all gear, no idea' crowd, but at least he is trying to keep/get fit. When I first overtook him he was fat, slow and looked about to die. Now he gets up to a good speed. Yeah he doesn't need a bike which is used on le tour, but if he needs something nice to get out on to motivate him to improve his health and fitness then so be it. At least then he's less likely to need the use of the NHS.how do you know he not in the last couple of miles of a 100 mile ride and therefore rather fatigued.
Fatdoc I'm sure you are not that much of an amateur cycler if thats your Sunday route around the peak.
Incidently, is it true you can buy excellent shorts from Aldi?Not sure I'd call them excellent, certainly cheap. My mountain biking winter tights are Aldi specials, very good for about £6, ideal for stuff that gets worn out/ripped fast. For basic cycling shorts/tops Decathlon are also super cheap. Aldi have biking stuff pretty regularly, but on occasion Lidl have some too but not nearly so often. Because their specials change 2 or 3 times a week if you want something specific subscribe to the newsletter at http://www.aldi.co.uk/ that will give you a heads up a few days ahead of them getting stuff in.
I bought a Giant SCR1 through cycle scheme last summer and put an 07 filte gel on it. Then my school pulled out of said agreement leaving me with an extra £400 of debt. Nice.
Whatever, I kane it from Heeley to Hillsborough every day pretty much. 10 mile round trip. When the weather's nice I might even go for a ride in the Peak. I guess I'm saying I would be interested in going for a potter with you guys sometime. My knee hurts occasionally, and could we stop at a cafe too? I always thought that cycling to Raven Tor would be rather glamorous. Imagine doing Mecca in Lycra. Oh hang on, that were 1986.
Incidently, is it true you can buy excellent shorts from Aldi?
Cripes Doc your loop may be a little too much for my weedy legs, but I could certainly ride with you guys some of the way. Thing is I'm off to Gogarth on Monday for a few days. Wouldn't want to furnish myself with any convenient excuses like "I can't walk" or "my leg loops will chaff my saddle sores". Might well see you Sunday then.
Oh well maybe it'll make me stronger
Dunno - make me an offer... It rides OK, but the frame needs a bit of loving. All the other bits are new or work ok, so its perfect for somebody who wants to restore it to its former glory. If you boys want a look, I'll take it down the Works one night and you can check it out. When's good for you guys?
As for grabing somebodies wheel for a free ride - its a bit rude not to engage in a bit of friendly banter, even if its just to say "I'm knackered - do you mind if I ride behind you for a bit?!?" Unless of course, you're trying so hard to stay on a wheel that you can't talk, although I haven't got behind many people I can't do a turn on the front for. Maybe he was just checking out your arse, Fatleg? :-\
i've blown off twice now in 3 weeks
but a good Kent based club ain't much use for us Sheffield roadies though.
I was out on my own a few weeks ago in the peak and overtook rutland cc. I was going up Hathersage hill towards the fox house. I was abit done in having done a load of hills. There was two groups of them about 30 yards apart, I went past the first group with no real bother and was sitting in behind the second group waiting for traffic to get past. When I went past the second group on a piece of open road with good visibility they gave me a right load of verbals for drafting of them and that I shouldn't be overtaking them. Bunch of twats in my book, I was going quicker and it was safe to pass.
Cycle clubs just seem abit protective of their own egos.
Anybody got helmet suggestions.Definitely try on all the main brands until you find one that fits best. Virtually none fit me except the Giro's, watch out for the 'one size' ones now that are supposed to fit all size heads, they will still move about loads and not protect you much. If your trying to save some cash, try Half**ds (I know it's a dirty word in the world of biking) and Decathlon.
Anybody got helmet suggestions.
I am the only rider in the 30-odd group of folks who train at the velodrome on tuesday mornings who has hairy legs - I feel a bit like a leper, but am resisting the urge to depilate. No good will come of it, you mark my words... Shaving is the beginning of the end - once you've gone through the horrific itchy hell of letting it grow back, its even thicker, darker and denser. This wisdom comes not of my own experience, but of a close friend and fellow climber who once shaved his nuts for a laugh. He wasn't laughing for long..... Being driven on a motorway by a driver who has the worlds itchiest testicles is a terrifying experience - constant swerving and braking as he flailed at himself in a frenzied way. Not a good idea :thumbsdown:
It's Sunday for Perc and me Tim, meet either Beauchief at 9 a.am of where abbey lane meets hathersage road at 9:15. weather dependant - today was OK (well, ridable anyway)
Scroll down a bit to read about Germans with weight obsessions. Nutters.....
I've just put the route into my Anquet mapping software and it reckons 2192m of climbing.
Who knows which is right, but I do know that the 2.5km from Beauchief back up to my house felt like hard work.
Tim
we should get a UKB day there, for all... fbsf, bubs and i know the place very well... time for some payback for all the roadie help i've got off here... more of you boulderers should try freeriding... similar mindset needed... loads of mindgames... ace fun!
we should get a UKB day there, for all... fbsf, bubs and i know the place very well... time for some payback for all the roadie help i've got off here... more of you boulderers should try freeriding... similar mindset needed... loads of mindgames... ace fun!
my big bike is in storage... :-(
would a whyte 46 be out of its depth there?
(would i be out of my depth more like...)
Just makes you realise how fit those pro-riders are, they do 200KM+ day after day. Nutters.
Found out that categorisation of climbs was in the past done using a Citreon 2CV. If it got up in 4th gear = 4th Cat, 1st gear = 1st cat. Car could get up, no categorisation.
not to be missed this one
http://www.gravity-slaves.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=5342.msg37234#new
manc vs sheff teams, with looong hills to descend, would suit XC, FR and DH (perhaps a bit heavy), so ALL welcome.
Get in.
You are not wrong. I forced my self out over Holme Moss in the fog, rain and wind.
117km, 2500m and well over 5 hours in the saddle. And a puncture after a 100km to add insult to injury. I felt pretty beaten up by the time we got home.
Short ride today - if it dries up!
One thing i've never understood about a fixie is how the hell can you corner at any significant angle of lean without bashing a pedal down?
Although I like the purity of them, are they really much good as a day to day bike in a hilly city?
i hope you put a pair of plugs in the bar endsplugs wont fit in because i cut the bars down...any suggestions? corks? :shrug: (ideally i would like some of those car wrecker spikes that stick out...).
Got to agree fatdoc I thought it was too dangerous on a bike yesterday. Went running instead. Drove out to Hathersage to see a mate and could barely see where I was going so I didn't dare get on a bike. Tir you are either brave or stupid.
2) over the easter weekend i am going to be about in the peak (stopping at mum and dads in tideswell) and am looking to go out riding on the road bike, if you are keen to meet up at a location (like the calver crossroads) then drop me a PM on here and we can sort it out - im sure that most people on here will kick my skinny ass (or should i say legs??). team kuota kharma ride about the peak?
Thinking about getting a full sus, but on a tight-ish budget...
can only really afford this...
http://www.jejamescycles.co.uk/id32657.html
but put off slightly by the mech disc brakes, and the cheap rear shock (£££ to upgrade)
Also looking at this...
http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/products.php?plid=m1b7s1p164
Which I 'may' be able to afford, but its only in 18", and I really need the 19" frame
But really want this...
http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/products.php?plid=m1b7s1p553
But not sure if I can stretch to this!?
...and anyway if I'm stretching to this, why not go for this...
http://www.leisurewheels.co.uk/products.php?plid=m1b3s1p3531
Any advice on full sus/alternatives/justification on stretching to the 3rd option!
:-\
Thinking about getting a full sus, but on a tight-ish budget...
can only really afford this...
http://www.jejamescycles.co.uk/id32657.html
but put off slightly by the mech disc brakes, and the cheap rear shock (£££ to upgrade)
Also looking at this...
http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/products.php?plid=m1b7s1p164
Which I 'may' be able to afford, but its only in 18", and I really need the 19" frame
But really want this...
http://www.paulscycles.co.uk/products.php?plid=m1b7s1p553
But not sure if I can stretch to this!?
...and anyway if I'm stretching to this, why not go for this...
http://www.leisurewheels.co.uk/products.php?plid=m1b3s1p3531
Any advice on full sus/alternatives/justification on stretching to the 3rd option!
:-\
Any advice on full sus/alternatives/justification on stretching to the 3rd option!
Any advice on full sus/alternatives/justification on stretching to the 3rd option!
buy 2nd hand?
as you know, cyclists are some of the worst gear freaks (especially Fatdoc) meaning the 2nd hard market is always saturated with bargains
I got my FR bike from ebay and it was a total bargain. I would only go for ones that allow you to inspect and pickup though, don't get it posted.
I got my FR bike from ebay and it was a total bargain. I would only go for ones that allow you to inspect and pickup though, don't get it posted.
can we please stop talking about bloody mountain bikes :please: ;D
bubba, to answer your question: it is not practical to ride fixed about a city that is hilly day to day. i rode to work on it the other day - mission, not to be done again! i ride a ribble winter trainer as a commute with 20 gears on the bad boy!
may also be less keen to ride if this weather forecast is correct...ill PM ya if im going out.
or this http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/read.php?f=5&i=639406&t=639406 (http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/read.php?f=5&i=639406&t=639406)
I've no connection to these people by the way, just always looking round for new stuff for myself.
Tim
Did you go to the velodrome last night, chappers? You were a lucky fella if you did
Do a taster session, Chappers, but get a few cyclist mates to go with you so you have like-minded souls to ride with. Its a pretty terifying experience the first time you ride in a big group on a bike that has no brakes and that you can't stop pedalling, but totally addictive. I'm well psyched for it and go to the SQT sessions whenever I can - a major beasting is normally administered in these sessions! Its very, very good training for riding on the road. Makes your pedaling a load smoother, and is a good way of increasing your leg speed.
if you cant stop pedalling... how do you stop???
we all ready for the cat chaps?
I'm getting up at 4, :'(
dont forget the clocks go foreward!!!
When I change the chain - do I need to change the sprockets as well?
2 rides in and my new Pike air forks wont fully adjust out, obviously the *rack* they extend out on has partially misaligned...
Must be bike breaking season. I've trashed the front mech on my road bike. Think it may be the bike builders - they attached it using a shimano clamp to campag mech !!!!
I also need some wheels re-trued any suggestions of where to go in Sheffield - I'm allergic to James's - well my bikes are at least. Decathlon also sounds dodgy after they made fatdoc's wilier a death trap.Not been there yet but Big Phil says there's a new place in Hillsborough just near Butterworths that specialises in wheel building.
Wheel truing, or some new ones? La Bicicleta on Greystones road will sort you out. Saw a very nice HED Ardennes wheelset in there the other day (around the £450 mark) - nice and light, alloy rims, etc,etc. I have been warned off the new Mavic R-Sys wheels though. They had problems with the first batch and recalled them all. The mark II's look better, but I'd hang fire until they've been well tested. Bicicleta are specialist wheel builders, and have so many nice things to spend money - you have been warned.
Nice one, Fatdoc. Sounds like you could easily be persuaded to do the Shefrec 10 mile time trial at the end of May. On the Hatfield Woodhouse course near Doncaster - very flat and very quick. No traffic to worry about, just head down and grind it out. I'm contemplating it - it would be nice see how close to the mythical 20 minute mark I can get (although that is currently the mythical 25 minute mark!) Time trialing is a dark art - I used to do it in my teens, but haven't had a go since then. It's pretty hard to know just how hard to push yourself - but good fun it that twisted sort of way. Anybody keen?
And yes, our babies are due around this time, but it'll only take 30 minutes max! Result!
Check this gezzer out. Hope for all of us
http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/grandad-john-tackles-the-marmotte-15810 (http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/grandad-john-tackles-the-marmotte-15810)
I'm gonna support some mates in the 10km in graves park sunday morning...
Spesh Ruby???
Thought you'd be more bling than that mate ;)
what about the cervelo ???
go on :devangel:
weekend after this i'm in scotland canyoning down the Tay - stag do with a difference
weekend after this i'm in scotland canyoning down the Tay - stag do with a difference
Sorry to wander off topic, but is this with Nae Limits? Mate is talking about doing it for a birthday weekend, be interested to hear what it's like.
As an aside, have found local bike shop will do demos, so hoping to get a Rocky Mountain of some sort off them, so at least I can have a decent go on a Full suss that is the right size for me. Local Alpine Bikes also has large Santa Cruz Heckler I can have a day on.
The Whyte is a full carbon frame - So I presume the swing arm is as well. Is carbon to weak for full on abuse??
Is Whyte now owned by ATB or Marin?
So basically you would rate the Mount Vision as a better bike. The quad XC 120 range are the same frame with varying specs on groupsets etc - which would you go for??
I'll go and have a look as Stan's next week or maybe the week after, I currently seem to live at the NGH - thinking of resigning but it may effect my increment etc so may have to endure it until August. Spechs seem to have nice bikes - but that means James's.
Isn't there some bling MTB shop in Edale - Worth looking - or too pricey like that nice shop on Greystones Road????
whyte is no longer owned by Whyte, the new quads are now a 3rd gen on his design. it's a VPP in effect. they grip the ground on the ups, and dont jar you.... borrow mine if you dont believe me!!
whyte have always been dear. the whyte you're looking at... is it carbon swing arm??? if it is steer clear from that IMHO
I also like the whyte 19 but the doc seems to be saying I need a full susser. The swing arms on the whyte is carbon (looked on their site), apparently its made of 157 pieces or something!
That place at Hope looks good as well, maybe this MTB thing is going to be expensive.
The Cento looks a nice bike, one of many I would like to add to my collection. Tempted more by a cervelo or the SL2.
If you will go to the Foundry, fatdoc.... ;) I have heard that the mats there are a little firm - maybe too firm for the infirm?!?! My knee is still buggered - damaged cartilidge (sp?) according to my physio dude. Not bad bad, but painful and a bit swollen.... A little rest is called for I think (anybody out at the w/end? :devangel:)
hope to be making the weds evening ride more often than not for the next few months... jerry says it's got to be a regular session
Quotehope to be making the weds evening ride more often than not for the next few months... jerry says it's got to be a regular session
Count me in from next week.
I also like the whyte 19 but the doc seems to be saying I need a full susser. The swing arms on the whyte is carbon (looked on their site), apparently its made of 157 pieces or something!
That place at Hope looks good as well, maybe this MTB thing is going to be expensive.
The Cento looks a nice bike, one of many I would like to add to my collection. Tempted more by a cervelo or the SL2.
Fatdoc these Pace bikes look the business - or they too expensive for a roadie freak???? How did you know I love carbon??
Isn't it abit weak for full on MTB abuse. Have to say I like my Ti winter bike.
http://www.pace-racing.co.uk/rolling-chassis.asp?catID=1&subcat=459 (http://www.pace-racing.co.uk/rolling-chassis.asp?catID=1&subcat=459)
Percy I may know I buy for your bike. I'll let you know next week - how much do you want for it, less the carbon wheelset.
Tim, Tune wheels - did you get them from Poshbikes.com. They look good.
The Santa Cruz link
http://www.bikeradar.com/mtb/gear/category/bikes/mountain/product/blur-lt-08-31093?source=newsletter&attr=mtb/2008/03/13 (http://www.bikeradar.com/mtb/gear/category/bikes/mountain/product/blur-lt-08-31093?source=newsletter&attr=mtb/2008/03/13)
That Blur LT is very nice. If I was going to have only one bike I'd look at Blur LT, that new Pace 405, Santa Cruz Heckler (bombproof) or the Specialized Enduro, Turner 5 Spot or Cove Hustler. All bikes that would be fantastic round here but perhaps not the nippiest possible uphill.
For shorter travel bikes I think that I'd be very tempted to stick with my Santa Cruz Superlight. Its simple, light, reliable and easier than a hardtail on rough uphills or even flat gound.
You're welcome to have a ride on it if you like - riding as many bikes as possible will help you decide what it is you want from a bike. Definately for you FatKid, as you're new to the game
Fatkid's looking at 2 bikes in a month... ;D
could of sworn sometime recently he said the marriage was sooting him dear
:devangel:
looks like he intends to lay down the law with the missus from the outset ;D ;D
Doc tell what to buy I'm no good at choice.
Doc tell what to buy I'm no good at choice.
Only thing better than spending your own money on new toys is spending someone else's money.
Doc tell what to buy I'm no good at choice.
Only thing better than spending your own money on new toys is spending someone else's money.
i'm Sooooo looking 4fward to this ;D
SA Chris,
if the weather's shite on sunday in scootland.... where i'll be.... i was thinking driving north to laggan (wolftrax) would kill me to get home.... so i'm considering going south and doing glentress (not done anything in the north, no navigation to speak of & i must be the only mtber on in the UK that hasnt been there), then was gonna limp home, via a 3 hr kip in a layby..... have you any other venues that i could consider??
Go to Glentress. Do the black. On your white Whyte! Was all that travel adjusting why you were so slow on Sunday? hehe
Go to Glentress. Do the black. On your white Whyte! Was all that travel adjusting why you were so slow on Sunday? hehe
Thus spake the expert. If you are at all knackered or hungover, just be aware that it has some hard climbing. On a full susser you should be fine on the rocky descents, on my hardtail my arse was in tatters.
Cheers, Fatkid. That'll be a good contact if this Simeon guy can't help me. Did Winnats a few times last year, but before I had a compact, so it was a struggle (although I was riding a stealth cheat gear - I had a 38 tooth small ring which just helps that little bit). Still found it epic at the top, when the 38-25 ration was still seeming a bit too ambitious. Its just that little bit too long to be possible in a oner without some serious bearing down! Monsal Head (or Mam Nick) is a path in comparison, but both are probably good training for the gradient. I was about par on Winnats, for every time I'd have to stop to prevent cardiac arrest, I'd have a good go where I'd do it alright. It is a proper good hill, that one!er.... amd you wonder why your knees are fucked??? :shrug:
Whilst still on about road issues, I got a copy of a recent Top Velo magazine whilst in France recently which has a huge weight weenies section, including a review of a 4.5kg Schmolke bike and a test of 6 bikes that weight 6.5kgs and less. Makes all our kit suddenly seem, well, a bit heavy?!?!
Percy
The lad I ride with is a physio who specialises in knees. I'll speak to him and then pm you the best contact details for him.
We will be out tonight I think starting from Hathersage at 5pm if anyboby is available. Probably be fairly gentle as I am still feeling pretty ropey from a cold, but I need a to get a few miles in.
Superlight is a classic single pivot design. Probably not the last word in sophistication, but its reliable and it works (I'm not lending it to Fatdoc). I think that with the modern pro-pedal style rear shocks it probably works a lot better than my old version. If you want something similar but burlier then the Heckler gives more strength, weight and 5 inches (might be 5.5 inches actually). Either frame will cost around a grand. A Specialized or Marin will cost a lot less. Whether its worth it or not is personal preference (and depends how long you are likely to keep it or break it). A friend of mine who rides a lot got rid of his Specialized because it was costing him a fortune in pivot bushes/bearings. I've changed mine once in 6000km on the Superlight for £18. It needs doing again though at the moment.
It was awesome riding in the Peak last night - everybody seemed to be out on their bikes and it was a beautiful evening. Made being cruised past by Malc Elliot and his training buddy all the easier to take!
How was Winnats, Fatkid - did you finally have to put your bike in the small ring?!?! :jaw:
It was awesome riding in the Peak last night - everybody seemed to be out on their bikes and it was a beautiful evening. Made being cruised past by Malc Elliot and his training buddy all the easier to take!
How was Winnats, Fatkid - did you finally have to put your bike in the small ring?!?! :jaw:
I'm quite surprised Malc still gets out on his bike - loads of pros never ride after they quit. Was he on some awesome dream bike ? I got out after work yesterday evening for a couple of hours, peaks was awesome.
So it looks like the Mount Vision - I'm working the next two weekend - bollocks. I'll book a test ride at Stans after that. Maybe I can sneak onto those wedding essentials that the missus keeps harping on about!!
Maybe I can sneak onto those wedding essentials that the missus keeps harping on about!!
Demo pair from James'. I heard they were stiff, but not as stiff as the Ksyrium SL's that I currently have, so I'll be interested to see how they go.
When do your tune wheels arrive Tim?
I thought Mavic wheels were - a bit shit, or have I been mis-informed???
Either go cheap, or bite down hard on the pillow and do the assos thing....is it true your wedding list is being kept at poshbikes.com Fatkid?
Finally got round to getting some proper wheels.
Getting a set of these from La bicicletta.
http://www.zipp.com/Products/Wheels/tabid/85/CategoryID/2/List/1/Level/1/ProductID/40/Default.aspx?SortField=ISBN%2cISBN (http://www.zipp.com/Products/Wheels/tabid/85/CategoryID/2/List/1/Level/1/ProductID/40/Default.aspx?SortField=ISBN%2cISBN)
Baron - gloves Specialized contact points are always good I've got a couple of pairs of their Pro BG ones which come fingerless or with fingers. I've also got some Rapha ones - really good, 100% leather - but totally overpriced.
So basically you got blown round
I'm up for this challenge my hill climbing is getting better and my new super wheels will make me even faster. Oh and I've lost half a stone so less weight to haul around. Anyone riding Saturday? The lady is away - hen weekend, so don't have to ask for pass out. Not working as I thought the rota people did me a favour for once.
Anyone know how to fix a rattling crank - it creaks when I pedal, doesn't look cracked or anything serious, think its just worked its way loose.
well, Tlr has 2 mtbs, fatkid's gonna get one, Yoss has one...
it's time to offroad dude!!
Don't let my missus hear you say that sort of thing. I'm in enough trouble as it is with my road bike problems.....
:thumbsup: Come on fatdoc you know you want a race up Froggart Hill.
I'm taking the bike with the dodgy bottom bracket / cranks to Stan's at Matlock.
Spoke to Stan's regarding the MTB - They though I should get the Attack Trail - If I was going near it with fatdoc or the Mount Vision if I was riding with anyone else!!!!Don't let my missus hear you say that sort of thing. I'm in enough trouble as it is with my road bike problems.....
I wonder who's wearing the trousers in Percy's house at the moment???
I'll give you a clue - 7 months up the stick, with a paticularly good 'withering' look everytime I mention bicycle shops. Luckily the Chesterfield James cycles has a baby seat department.... :whistle:
Well I got with the programme. After a 30 Km warm up. I did the Froggart Hill Challenge. Time to the top with a standing start 13 mins 27 sec. Any good?? I was abit 'unusual' at the top. Maybe it was the new wheel set??
Well I got with the programme. After a 30 Km warm up. I did the Froggart Hill Challenge. Time to the top with a standing start 13 mins 27 sec. Any good?? I was abit 'unusual' at the top. Maybe it was the new wheel set??
Thats very quick indeed, that's an average of 26.2kph or 16.3mph in old money. I'm very impressed (whilst mentally making a note never to go riding with you).
And I'm buggered if I have ever done a standing start on it - I hit the start line with all the momentum I can!
road or MTB?
On the subject of bike maintenance I bought this book today in Outside, Hathersage. Its really good, used it to sort the rear derailleur on my wilier. Its probably got stuff in I'll never attempt, but with the photos etc it makes sorting those rattles out a touch easier.
http://www.acblack.com/Catalogue/details.asp?sku=1424257&dept%5Fid=11&mscssid=74NE6GL4CT7L9J1DJKF7R2PDD5QUEFUA (http://www.acblack.com/Catalogue/details.asp?sku=1424257&dept%5Fid=11&mscssid=74NE6GL4CT7L9J1DJKF7R2PDD5QUEFUA)
But the best news is I don't have a wife and am therefore free to be as selfish as I please with my dosh
Chatting to Joe and Alex at Bicicleta today, and turns out that they have a league for Froggatt hill times, so its not just climbers on road bikes who are into this type of silliness.
I'm off tomorrow as I have a night shift, so I'm off to try the Froggart Hill Challenge again. Weather looks good so should be a fast time. I prefer riding in hot weather. Does everyone else do the hill on the big ring??? That Sir William Hill Road, looks awful I've ridden down it, maybe I'll go up it tomorrow.
Is it common not to wear mitts or am I just a wet??
Hardknott apparently is the steepest bit of tarmac in Europe /quote]
isn't rosedale chimney on the north york moors the same gradient 1 in 3.
Tim isn't the Fred Whitton this weekend?? Feeling fit? Hardknott apparently is the steepest bit of tarmac in Europe and the descent on the other side needs real attention. Good luck. Are you raising cash for a charity??
Hardknott apparently is the steepest bit of tarmac in Europe /quote]
isn't rosedale chimney on the north york moors the same gradient 1 in 3.
Just found these.
http://www.bikereader.com/contributors/Ainsley/hills.html (http://www.bikereader.com/contributors/Ainsley/hills.html)
http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/105618 (http://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/105618)
Thanks for the thoughts gents.
I'll let you know how I get on.... :'(
Tim
Its a Bianchi frame with Ultegra on it and some Mavic summat wheels.
http://www.slanecycles.co.uk/productdetail.aspx?id=1412&subid=373&catid=72
is a piccie of it
The not getting it wet thing is more to do with aesthetics and laziness than anything else TBH and..... I just haven't been riding that much.
I have to say it goes like a fookin rocket though. I couldn't believe how fast and light it was, even compared to the carbon frame with bits of ultegra and Dura Ace I'd been riding. I'm off to Italy in a couple of weeks for a week of roadiness so am now very excited indeed
My wilier rear derailleur (campag) keeps slipping. When I put loads of pressure/ power through the pedal the chain slips into a smaller cog gear. It also does seem to shift properly when out on the road. When I change gear the chain does not run properly on the selected gear. At home in the garage it seems fine, and try as I might I can't fix it. Its really pissing me off. Any ideas - could it be the derailleur is bent or need replacement? The back cassette is new as is the chain (SRAM).
Thanks for any suggestions.
is your chain compatible with your cassete.i know you said they are both new but if you hadn't i would have thought you were running a new chain on an old cassete.
as i said above thats like new chain/old cassette.have you bent your rear mech or have the springs in it gone.when you push it to one side does it spring back into postion.
another thought have you got a stiff link in your chain,maybe where you joined it to gether.a stiff link will cause it to jump under pressure.
It may be worth just checking that the cassette lockring is tightened up sufficiently. Just a thought.
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watch it evolve. some quality BMX and MTB parts added. stem by Flybikes, bars by Fireeye. wheels next. then...frame powdered and baked.
Tim, did you survive that small ride around the Lakes at weekend??
more relaxed group rides, text / forum organised, baggies, odd splash of leg armour, those all MTN type of helmets, ground effect clothing, clipless pedals with platforms, fucking fast descenders - often go to alps in summer and / or own a bigger Bike, still competative on the ups, but wait for their mates - to then seriously take the piss for being slow on the ups... mid week evening rides near always end at a pub..
Under 20 stopping for a tab and quick half at the grouse is not bad. Under 15 is not like climbing 8a! maybes 7c. Oh and are we talking rolling start at the give way line? Take it that is the bottom of the hill! Proper 8a's are nails. any monkey who puts in a bit of EFFORT can get up that in 15. That my two peneth any road.
Have to say that Curbar Gap is the only local hill worthy of interest!? Froggatt is almost as tedious as surprise view but a nice surface for descending on for the main event non?
Sub 5 minute Curbar Gap anyone? Stationary start from leaning on the sign to get cleats in...
The winner of last years curbar gap student thing Matt Clinton 5.43.78.
No disrespect to mr Clinton but i'm guessing he's not a mega wad or a full time cyclist if a pro went up it or even top british pro, god only knows how quick it would be.
And how long did it used to take him after 50 miles?
And how long did it used to take him after 50 miles?
Got no idea, but he used to kick my arse up almost any hill. I'm sure he said he did it under 13 mins though - but I could be wrong.
Have any of you NHS types used the 'Bike to Work' scheme to buy a bike, or know if any of the Sheffield hospitals are running it?
Kim (my wife) asked about it in Rotherham today and was told that they'd looked into a few years ago it and decided it wasn't fair so they weren't going to do it. Apparently they may look into it again. :-\
depends which council...up here in lancs they dish out £1000 interest free loans and were very helpfull in the process too. i dont even notice the payments in my pay cheque.
If you had a top five list as to who makes the best carbon frames, who would be on it? (road bikes only)
If you had a top five list as to who makes the best carbon frames, who would be on it? (road bikes only)
I'd have the Soloist R3 personally...
Quite like the Wilier Cento, though it don't think it's particularly beautiful.
Wouldn't mine a Litespeed Archon. My current ride is a Tuscany, and it's very nice thanks.
what about titanium?
on account of its pretty colour.
Yep, that hill is a bit of a bugger. The Phil and Friends Sportive in August starts off out that way, goes over Holme Moss back though Glossop to Edale, back up Winnats (at 90km), out to do the steep climb up to Monsal Head and then back to Sheffield via the A57. 150km and some climbing.
(http://www.planet-x-warehouse.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2008/05/p6290018.jpg)
Just been out for a hilarious short ride Sheff Ringinglow Hathersage Millstone hill Fox House Sheff. The wind is blowing a gilhoolie straight down the Burbage valley and along the Surprise view straight;so strong that I was actually fpushing a higher gear up the Millstone Hill than along the straight. Happy Days.
Planet X = nice guys. I have one of their Ultegra build SL pro carbon bikes and it is a lovely thing - by far the best value road bike you can get for the money anywhere in my opinion. As for the factory in Donny, its well worth paying a visit. Its a huge place thats desperate to find, tucked away in a delapidated industrial estate with no identification outside its tiny, shabby door to let you know what happens within.... Once inside though its like a tardis - loads of people beavering away building wheels, bikes, you name it, and more exotic bike parts on huge racks than you've ever seen! Defo worth arranging a tour, but don't forget you're credit card....its hard to escape without making a purchase as theres too many nice things to tempt you (you have been warned)! As mentioned before, Planet X bikes are often rebranded versions of other companies stuff. My bike has a frame made by Ridley (a very good Belgian brand) and I heard a rumour that the new Planet X Ti frames are rebranded Lynskey's (no bullshit!). Just don't tell Fatdoc this last fact - he'll be down there like a shot, plastic in hand.... ;)
On a different note, Alex and Joe at la Bicicleta spent a morning tweaking my position on my bike for me in an attempt to sort out my knee issues. Its a very un-nerving experience riding your bike clad in lycra on a turbo trainer in a darkened room , whilst 2 men lurk and mutter behind you..... It seems to have been worth it though as I already feel much more comfortable on the bike and have a much better position that allows me to spin the pedals at a much faster cadence instead of my previous 'grinders' position that was further over the back wheel. Fingers crossed my knees will start getting a bit better too.
Due to the tweaks to my Lightspeed, I have swapped onto a much longer stem, but also took the oportunity to swap my bars from some horrible 'ergonomic' Ritchey things to a lovely set of Zipp bars..... :whistle:
yes
Legbreaker soon, fatdoc. You ready to start getting some miles in on the road bike again, or are you still pursuing the dark arts? (mtb)
Is there a 'pissing in the wind' smilie?
;)
Why can't they resurface roads properly in this country?
Why can't they resurface roads properly in this country?
Why can't they resurface roads properly in this country?
Why can't they resurface roads properly in this country?
Because we're paying to wage two wars in Asia? :shrug:
I did a ride with a local one day and at a roundabout when we'd come down off the hills he just rode out into the traffic, stuck his hand out and nodded at the oncoming traffic. No one batted an eyelid, just waved us on. Not often that happens here. Same ride, went into a bar for a coffee and a snack, sweating like a pig when the lovely lady who was serving put her arm round me, asked me if I was tired and wanted some fresh water, gave me a sandwich and sent me on my way. God I love Italy.
Yeah Its funny how the lunatic driving nations have such a reverence for cyclists. It was the same for me in France; riding on the Cote d'Azure, on the coast road, at rush hour: I thought I was being really brave; but no, motorists practically crashed into each other to give me space. Later in the holiday I rode over into Italy and the same again- masses of courtesy. I guess its the fact that there is a whole culture of cycling over there that we just don't have.
Does sound a bit small...you got a long stem on it too? The bicicleta boys will sort you out - leave your credit card at home if you want to play safe. The Lynskey Ti frames in there are nice
Yeah Its funny how the lunatic driving nations have such a reverence for cyclists. It was the same for me in France; riding on the Cote d'Azure, on the coast road, at rush hour: I thought I was being really brave; but no, motorists practically crashed into each other to give me space. Later in the holiday I rode over into Italy and the same again- masses of courtesy. I guess its the fact that there is a whole culture of cycling over there that we just don't have.Spot on I reckon. There was a piece in The Times yesterday (or maybe The Telegraph last week - not that I advocate The Telegraph you understand, just that it was free in the hotel last week) about how although cycling is one of the most popular sports in the country in terms of participation, there's no mass appreciation.
Those Planet X frames you mentioned the other day look interesting though and if I read it write are made by the Lynskey lot as well ?
Perce Don't fuckin' do this to me.
Those Planet X frames you mentioned the other day look interesting though and if I read it write are made by the Lynskey lot as well ?
http://www.planet-x-warehouse.co.uk/?p=1319
£1599 for a dura ace equipped Lynskey? :o
You know he's right Joe - I will if you will.Mate I'm running a 50 34 and still dying on the peak steep stuff. Plus I've recently sworn to my lovely little schwinn fastback that I'll never leave it until I've up graded its wheels from the tractor parts it currently endures.
I only need the frame mind as I've got a new Ultegra groupset I can use.
I've got an Ultegra 53 39 which I'll swap you for a couple of decent bottles if you fancy ?
Will you bastards stop tempting me, its not fair; you know I have all the self-control of an un-houstrained newfoundland puppy.
Whats needed is a fingers-in-ears-"la, la, la I'm not listening emoticon". AS there isn't one I shall have to do this :wall: while repeating Ti frames are crap and I don't want one- repeatedly.Will you bastards stop tempting me, its not fair; you know I have all the self-control of an un-houstrained newfoundland puppy.
What's needed here is a touch of fatdoc's bike buying justification, to allow hid credit card to flex!! He was telling me that in a year the savings he's made from cycling to work have paid for his carbon wilier. £40 quid a week in petrol say you go to work 40 weeks per year when you can cycle - there you are £1600 - yours to spend on that nice new Lynskey, sorry I mean Planet X bike. I'm not so sure , but it does make you think, and I only fill my car up once a month or so usually
Whats needed is a fingers-in-ears-"la, la, la I'm not listening emoticon". AS there isn't one I shall have to do this :wall: while repeating Ti frames are crap and I don't want one- repeatedly.
Just come back from making an appointment for a fitting next Monday. I mentioned your name Percy.
They got me to pick up one of the Lynksey Ti frames. OMG they are beautiful and so so light.
No decisions made until I hear what they say next week..............
Dolly.
you're fucked.
:devangel:
And Dolly , here's the new groupset to put on your lovely new frame, well if you use Shimano.
http://www.roadcyclinguk.com/news/article/mps/uan/3259
whilst i abhor the idea of posting links to the daily mail, i got sent this a minute ago and it's pretty unbelievable...
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1023813/Pictured-Shocking-moment-drunk-driver-ploughed-group-cyclists.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1023813/Pictured-Shocking-moment-drunk-driver-ploughed-group-cyclists.html)
I came down the hill past the Moon pub In Stoney the other night - seemed pretty steep, could be worth investigating as a climb. Has anybody done it?
White Rose Classic on Sunday. Forecast looks good so hopefully beat last years time.
A mate of mine (who rides now and then) lives in Dungworth - there's a few spicy hills over there. In general not as long and draggy as most of the hills in the Peak, but a lot steeper (and more painful). The title of that book should maybe read 'Fatkids honeymoon location recomendations' - get a copy for your missus!
(Although a good mate once told me that shaving his testicles was just about the worst idea he ever had. The itchiness when the hair grew back was almost intolerable, and caused him more than a few near-misses whilst driving and frantically scratching his knackers!)I cannot believe how much more information than I could possibly need this.
I remember Joe Le Sausage telling me once that getting into a bed with fresh, ironed sheets with freshly shaved legs was a beautiful thing, and it seems, was his main reason for doing it.
He didn't mention whether he was alone in the aforementioned bed, or indeed whether he had a bike or not.
i tried that elite hair removing stuff once.
i shaved many times when i was racing.my thoughts are nothing looks more naf than hairy legs and cycle shorts plus my shaved sculpted legs were the envy of many of my female friends.
only for early season races.its a useful aid if your trying to bluff the opposition in to thinking you've spent 3 months in a spanish training camp.i shaved many times when i was racing.my thoughts are nothing looks more naf than hairy legs and cycle shorts plus my shaved sculpted legs were the envy of many of my female friends.
Were you using fake tan as well?
I'm hoping none of you were involved in this.........I saw them riding up Ecclesall Road- it was briliant- they are doing one next year. Team Shaver's Anonymous any one?
http://www.thestar.co.uk/headlines/19-naked-cyclists-stun-onlookers.4167622.jp
.....not sure I could handle the mental images. :o
I am upgrading my wheels from tractor specials, and the suggestions from the bike shop boy are Fulcrum racing 5, mavic Aksiums or kysiriums, or shim 105's. My bike is all 105. Any help? (and go to bicicleta and spend a wedge is not helpful!)
as I said..
fulcrum 1s...
fast as for a non *bespoke* wheel.
very strong build and reputation, sorry webbo.. my knowledge is fulcrum are a shade heavy, but bomb proof..
dont go bespoke, just go top of the peg range.
and.. mavic are french ;)
what do people think to these? i am going to save up for a new wheel set for my kuota.
(went out for my first ride in a long time - following the death of my closest friend who i had always ridden with leading to a lay off for quite a while, and had a great time. i rode with the ribble valley club, we did just shy of 100 miles, from preston out to dent and back, a really friendly group of people).
wife still damn huffing, though hopefully not for long!Bloody hell, Fatdoc....what's she playing at?!?! This child birth nonsense is interfering with your riding schedule, you know ;)
wife still damn huffing, though hopefully not for long!
I had a feel of a Planet X superlight carbon today, it was a beatiful bike, light as a feather. The girl riding it wasn't half bad either, said she was trying out a triathlon route :bow:
I had a feel of a Planet X superlight carbon today, it was a beatiful bike, light as a feather. The girl riding it wasn't half bad either, said she was trying out a triathlon route :bow:
Was this on the roads around Hathersage and Grindleford yesterday, and was it a bright pink bike? If so I know the lady you're talking about! She's single AFAIK, lovely girl but very shy, she'd be chuffed to bits that someone thinks she's 'not half bad!' :)
Was this on the roads around Hathersage and Grindleford yesterday, and was it a bright pink bike?
Sundays Ride: how about 9.30 at the Whirlow Hall Crescent bus stop layby?
3 hour ride maybe involving a cafe and a cup of tea and then home in time for lunch?
I'll pm Percy and FK my mobile, Fatdoc should have it already. Actually, I'll send it to Fatdoc again anyway.
Maybe head down south so should be a tailwind home according to current forecast.
Tim
The taste it left in my mouth was actually quite nice, sort of sweet and sugary. Is this normalNo it's not, sicko ;)
I'm staying in bed tomorrow morning! In the immortal words of Fatdoc, "I don't fancy getting blown off in a hedge..."! :-\
Any of you leg-shavers partake in triathlons? Not a hobby of mine but was thinkng about giving it a whiz.
Too windy for my liking unless we want to do fatdoc impressions of being blown into a hedge. Anybody going out in the evenings this week, maybe the weather may improve.
I found a couple of contenders and just had a couple of hours round Strines; thought it might be a bit more sheltered over there in the lanes and there are still some short steep bits. Wasn't too bad actually, but I wouldn't really have wanted to do 3 or 4 hours of it.
Hagg Lane into a headwind on the way back was awkward.
Any of you leg-shavers partake in triathlons? Not a hobby of mine but was thinkng about giving it a whiz.in an other life i was yorkshire short course champion in the 30-35 age group.
Any of you leg-shavers partake in triathlons? Not a hobby of mine but was thinkng about giving it a whiz.
Triathlon is the sport of champions... or lunatics, depending on how you look at it. ;)
your answer might be here.
http://www.pezcyclingnews.com/?pg=fullstory&id=6007&status=True
Norfolk - what's the point of riding on the flat. Hills = pain = fun.
one of the few times a push-bike is by far and away a more rapid mode of transport than a car!
That sounds a fun little trip Percy. Don't forget the gradients are average, there are sections on those around 20%. Apparently the first ramp on Alp d'Heuz puts the fear of god in your stomach, not to mention the 21 hair-pins.I'm working down here at the mo so no choice I'm afraid.
Norfolk - what's the point of riding on the flat. Hills = pain = fun.
http://www.poshbikes.com/product.php?id=366 (http://www.poshbikes.com/product.php?id=366)
Those are his regular wheels! I would imagine the rest of the bike that goes with it is similarly specced. The joys of owning your own bike shop! Mind you, my climbing wall is pretty well specced compared to most climbers cellar boards.... :whistle:
OK - Madone on the list too!I'm trying to get my mate Gary to start posting as he is the font of all bike knowledge. He deffo rides tubs Carbon on his trigon, and swears by them for things like the etap. I'll mither him this week to post about his experiences.
On a technical note, does anybody have any experience with tubeless tyres? Was chatting to the boys in Butterworths today on how to reduce the weight of your wheels and reduce the chance of nasty blow-outs on alpine descents and they produced a set of Hutchinson tubeless tyres and said they would sort both problems. Wheels will be lighter as they no longer will have an inner tube in them, and tubeless tyres puncture like tubular tyres - a slow, gradual release of pressure and can be ridden flat, as well as being fixable with latex sealer or just by popping an inner tube in them temporarily. Seem to kill a number of birds with one stone. Anybody tried them?
I think that you need compatible wheels for tubeless tyres, although Mavic Ksyriums and R-Sys seem compatible I don't know about other brands of wheels.... Could be a good way of avoiding spending a lot of money on some new light wheels that use tubs, although Joe at Bicicleta showed me the wheels he has on his bike the other day - a pair of these would also fit my requirements, although they seem a little pricey. Whilst they weigh in at an unbelievable 870 grams for the pair, the price tag nudging £2K was off-putting to say the least. Check them out - http://www.poshbikes.com/product.php?id=366 (http://www.poshbikes.com/product.php?id=366)
Without doubt, some of the most beautiful cycling equipment I have ever laid hands on! Oh, for bottomless pockets....... ;D
I know this isn't what most of you aspire to bike wise, but I thought I'd post up mrs erm, sam's new bike. It is rad, handy for the weekly shop and we have even had one brief misson with the entire family on board! Makes two kidding it with no car a path.
(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3155/2621766343_77468680a6_o.jpg)
How does the steering work???
OK - Madone on the list too!Well howdie folks
On a technical note, does anybody have any experience with tubeless tyres? Was chatting to the boys in Butterworths today on how to reduce the weight of your wheels and reduce the chance of nasty blow-outs on alpine descents and they produced a set of Hutchinson tubeless tyres and said they would sort both problems. Wheels will be lighter as they no longer will have an inner tube in them, and tubeless tyres puncture like tubular tyres - a slow, gradual release of pressure and can be ridden flat, as well as being fixable with latex sealer or just by popping an inner tube in them temporarily. Seem to kill a number of birds with one stone. Anybody tried them?
I think that you need compatible wheels for tubeless tyres, although Mavic Ksyriums and R-Sys seem compatible I don't know about other brands of wheels.... Could be a good way of avoiding spending a lot of money on some new light wheels that use tubs, although Joe at Bicicleta showed me the wheels he has on his bike the other day - a pair of these would also fit my requirements, although they seem a little pricey. Whilst they weigh in at an unbelievable 870 grams for the pair, the price tag nudging £2K was off-putting to say the least. Check them out - http://www.poshbikes.com/product.php?id=366 (http://www.poshbikes.com/product.php?id=366)
Without doubt, some of the most beautiful cycling equipment I have ever laid hands on! Oh, for bottomless pockets....... ;D
I'm not sure anybody who rides a roadbike will be riding anywhere near anybody on a BMX, Paul, but I'm sure if we overtake anybody spinning the pecker gear on that machine we'll let your mate know...
;)
On yet another note, my wife has a clunky bike and wants to buy a better one for commuting 20 miles a day as fast as she can.
She loves stroking single speed bikes but recognises the perils: thigh hypertrophy, slow start away from lights, rubbish uphill until each thigh is waist-diameter.
Most of the people she's asked have a blind spot so it's hard to get a balanced appraisal.
What d'ya think?
Not sure if the singlespeed comments are directed at me, but the Charge has got the new shimano 8-speed hub on
On your comment Percy, that's interesting that 175's have sorted your knees (I'm assuming you were on 170ish before). I thought longer cranks were generally more stressful on knees. I guess it's all about specific fit issues eh? Is that what you were advised to do after your fit consultation at la Bicicleta? I can't afford to even look through their shop window, but one day.......
don't most mountain bikes come with 175s as standard.
As a rule of thumb, the bigger you are, the longer the cranks you need. As regards knee stress - longer cranks increase the range of movement your knee goes through each pedal revolution so can aggravate some knee complaints, but it also increases the ammount of leverage and power you can put through the cranks so means that it requires less effort to turn the gears (and thus puts less stress on the knee joint).
As ever, its all swings and roundabouts, and what works for one person might not work for others, blah, blah, blah!
As a rule of thumb, the bigger you are, the longer the cranks you need. As regards knee stress - longer cranks increase the range of movement your knee goes through each pedal revolution so can aggravate some knee complaints, but it also increases the ammount of leverage and power you can put through the cranks so means that it requires less effort to turn the gears (and thus puts less stress on the knee joint).
As ever, its all swings and roundabouts, and what works for one person might not work for others, blah, blah, blah!
this may have been done before... recommend me a helmet.
(smashed mine up today crashing my bike on the forest of bowland, lucky it was my winter bike - needs a new back wheel, fully fucked myself up on a 20% decent - i feel quite lucky to still be here!!!).
i was thinking about a catlike whisper......??????
http://www.prendas.co.uk/details.asp?ID=1836 (http://www.prendas.co.uk/details.asp?ID=1836)
I never used a helmet riding on the road. apparently wearing one makes you twice as likely to be hit by a car, (statistically drivers perceive you as less vulnerable and take less care). Mad innit? I'm guessing you had a spill on the mountain bike? that's a different kettle of fish!
QuoteI never used a helmet riding on the road. apparently wearing one makes you twice as likely to be hit by a car, (statistically drivers perceive you as less vulnerable and take less care). Mad innit? I'm guessing you had a spill on the mountain bike? that's a different kettle of fish!
I don't doubt you read/heard something that said that, but I don't believe it. 1) You can use statistics to prove whatever you want. 2) I can't believe motorists would think that much when faced with situation involving cyclists.
Some of the stats on this may have come from the fact that in countries like Holland, where lots of people don't wear helmets, the accident/damage rate is low, whereas in places like the Uk where most people do where helmets the accident/damage rate is higher.
In fact the reason for this statistic has a lot more to do with the environment that the cyclist have to ride their bikes than their helmet wearing tendencies, ie. in Holland there are lots more cycle lanes, and car free areas compared with the UK where we have to share the narrow roads with cars.
Some of the stats on this may have come from the fact that in countries like Holland, where lots of people don't wear helmets, the accident/damage rate is low, whereas in places like the Uk where most people do where helmets the accident/damage rate is higher.
In fact the reason for this statistic has a lot more to do with the environment that the cyclist have to ride their bikes than their helmet wearing tendencies, ie. in Holland there are lots more cycle lanes, and car free areas compared with the UK where we have to share the narrow roads with cars.
I always wear a helmet trad climbing. I don't wear one bouldering, just like I don't wear a cycling helmet on my turbo trainer.
what about these?:
http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/productdetail.asp?productcatalogue=SHIMWHFR875 (http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/productdetail.asp?productcatalogue=SHIMWHFR875)
Regarding the bike to work scheme, just thought it may help if one local trust is doing it - it may make it harder for another to flatly refuse to take part. On the face of it, it seems a good scheme - but I'm sure there must be strings attached.we've got one here at humber m/h trust its with halfords.i think it was about 10% discount and some tax evasion thingy,also i think there was a £1000 limit.
Regarding the bike to work scheme, just thought it may help if one local trust is doing it - it may make it harder for another to flatly refuse to take part. On the face of it, it seems a good scheme - but I'm sure there must be strings attached.we've got one here at humber m/h trust its with halfords.i think it was about 10% discount and some tax evasion thingy,also i think there was a £1000 limit.
it didn't seem that good but as i wasn't looking for a new bike i didn't pay that much attention to it.
I'm looking at doing L'etape or La Marmotte next year. Does anybody know the entrance process, and how likely I'll get a place?
Anyone care to join the training hell that will take place over the winter?
I'm also wandering how I'm going to train for the thing. On paper the average gradients don't look too bad, but its the length of the hills that worry me - 18Km at an average 7-8%. I can get over all the hills in the Peak / Lakes on a 53/39 but these are often steeper and pretty short. So I'm guessing compact chainset with some large dinner plates on the rear!!! Any advice appreciated and if anyone else is serious about entering get in contact - fatdoc??? - Stop all this XC lark.
I'm looking at doing L'etape or La Marmotte next year. Does anybody know the entrance process, and how likely I'll get a place?
That is the french address Chappers - click on Presentations and then races and a window opens with a list of events on the left hand side. Scroll down and click on La Marmotte. It's in the Alpes, not the Pyrenees, but good nosh shouldn't be a problem to source - it's France after all!
I'm looking at doing L'etape or La Marmotte next year. Does anybody know the entrance process, and how likely I'll get a place?
yeah i don't think it would be impossible, look at athletics they get tested all the bloody time. but they all get tested.the bbc were saying this morning that the athletics test for epo ain't that good and there will be a fair few winning medals who are on it.
on the flipside well done mark cavendish, awesome effort. (but shouldn't you be training for the olympics?)
how does that work i thought the reason that most compacts only had a 50 outer was your front changer could only handle a gap of 14/16 teeth or the like.
According to Eurosport commentary this afternoon most of the riders are using compact chainsets in the Alps these days, with a 30 or 34 inside ring, rather than a 39. With a 53 or 54 on the outer to get the speed up on the descent.
how does that work i thought the reason that most compacts only had a 50 outer was your front changer could only handle a gap of 14/16 teeth or the like.
According to Eurosport commentary this afternoon most of the riders are using compact chainsets in the Alps these days, with a 30 or 34 inside ring, rather than a 39. With a 53 or 54 on the outer to get the speed up on the descent.
I got stopped for speeding (on a push-bike) this morning - no kidding!! I was coming into Hathersage at 7:30 from the direction of the Fox House, I wasn't aware how fast I was going as I was on my winter bike which doesn't have a computer. According to PC plod I did 44 mph at one point in the 30 zone - woops. I got a warning not to go so fast again. Shame he didn't see the Audi which almost collided with the traffic lights down the road towards Hope due to a really dodgy overtaking maneuver.
Well Cadel didn't win again - Shame. Well done Sastre.i think for some cycling offences on the statute book the sentence can transportation.so if your struggling to find the money for your honeymoon it might be worth checking the law out.
I got stopped for speeding (on a push-bike) this morning - no kidding!! I was coming into Hathersage at 7:30 from the direction of the Fox House, I wasn't aware how fast I was going as I was on my winter bike which doesn't have a computer. According to PC plod I did 44 mph at one point in the 30 zone - woops. I got a warning not to go so fast again. Shame he didn't see the Audi which almost collided with the traffic lights down the road towards Hope due to a really dodgy overtaking maneuver.
I got stopped for speeding (on a push-bike) this morning - no kidding!! I was coming into Hathersage at 7:30 from the direction of the Fox House, I wasn't aware how fast I was going as I was on my winter bike which doesn't have a computer. According to PC plod I did 44 mph at one point in the 30 zone - woops. I got a warning not to go so fast again. Shame he didn't see the Audi which almost collided with the traffic lights down the road towards Hope due to a really dodgy overtaking maneuver.
nice one. in a strange way it is a dream of mine for this to happen to me! odd.
sastre has done well. it was good to see CSC's tactics unfold towards the end of the race. nice one.
Bit mean to say, but I'm glad Cadel didn't win because he never looks like he knows how to lead or go for anything.
Spent a short while following a delightful bloke today (replica pro team kit, shaved legs, etc, etc) who was not up for having people riding behind him so spent his time snotting on me and veering all over the road so I couldn't pass (I assume he was pretending I wasn't there although he had just passed me at a junction)! :wank:
Would have been a really good day for Froggatt Hill Challenge on Sunday I reckon. I went down it and could barely get over 40kph into the headwind. Seemed like lots of people riding up it too, loads without helmets, but thats their choice I guess.
Nice to see Nicole Cooke opening British cyclings medal account with a gold in this mornings road race. An awesome effort!
I've never claimed to be good on the MTB - but I've only used the granny ring twice:- up every hill and down every hill :lol:
Twas out on Sunday with a split personality rider who tried to explain to me what a compact is.
And there was me thinking you lot carried them for your make up :lol:
Don't dis the compact, Fatkid! When your knees are knackered you'll be glad of the ability to spin instead of grinding away like you do!
Alberto Contador uses a compact. So did Lance Armstrong in the mountains. I'm over the macho posturing and fully love mine now :P
this traffic free snake pass...will i find myself nailing it into a load of road works at 40 mph on the way back down???
i've just got back from the alps and i'll eat my words regarding compacts.despite avoiding most hardcore cols i still managed find myself trying to bend my cranks in 39x27 on many a hill.i found that chanting a mantra of " fuck,i'm fucking fucked" and telling myself i could get off and walk at the next hairpin was the only thing that got me up.
at least it was a reminder to do more riding.
Oooohh, you've got a 27 on the back....tut, tut! It's only good having a 53-39 on the front if you can back it up a 21-11 on the back ;)50-34 all I've ever ridden absolutely brill for the south of france and has taught me to spin rather than push on the flat.
I've gone for a 50-34 on the front with a shiny new SRAM 26-11 on the back. Bring on the cols!
- lets get signed up to the Marmotte.
The only plus side was that I hit 85kph on the descent which was very invigorating :oWow! That seriously fast :o
I did Hagg Hill on the way home last night and nearly threw up at the top. Is this normal behaviour?
Percy - were you too scared to post under the "Ask Fatdoc" thread? You dare not leave the fold of roadies yet then? :P
Percy - were you too scared to post under the "Ask Fatdoc" thread? You dare not leave the fold of roadies yet then? :P
And likewise, what are you doing browsing the leg shavers thread, Norton? That lycra fetish you've being keeping secret from the roughtie tufftie MTB boys looks like being found out before too much more time passes :P
Fuck it - I spose its round to Fatdocs with the cheque book for the sales pitch on some big heavy pile of steel :'(
Well I've just read that Mr Armstrong is going to ride le tour next year with Astana -
So is he mad?
Will Contador want to ride as a team rider rather than the leader?
CSC will be quite happy if Astana return to the Tour in a mess.
According to the BBC Piepoli and Schumacher have tested positive for Cera using samples taken during this years Tour. Ricco tested positive for this advanced blood doping product too.
They're retesting all samples for Cera so other positive results may follow.
Another day where pro cyclists drag their sport through the gutter.
I was thinking of the Cheshire Cat as a nice sportive to start the season off with. Not sure about the 102 mile version though.
Anybody want to join me on the 67 mile girls version? I think Fatdoc did this last year so he should be persuadable...
i would like to make a rant about the shitty state of britain's shitty fucking roads.
i managed to put a hip sized hole in a pair of assos shorts this morning due to the road being awash with petrol. i also now have a hip sized patch of road rash all over my hip.
on another note im buying more lights - i felt really exposed out there today, any ideas?
i think i will have a few more flashers on the back, on the front i want a powerful bastard to line up next to my flasher, 50 - 60 quids to spend - ideally i want one of them ones with a separate battery pack so most of the bulk isnt on my bars.
cheers
OMG
i just saw the route map (fatkid entered me whilst I was abroad last week) for the 67 cat, it's got the killer hill in it and it's much much harder than last years jaunt.
i'm bricking it.
oh god..... :'(
OMG
i just saw the route map (fatkid entered me whilst I was abroad last week) for the 67 cat, it's got the killer hill in it and it's much much harder than last years jaunt.
i'm bricking it.
oh god..... :'(
also - who here knows how powerful a lumen is? i want a chart showing me distance and how far the lumens will light up?
will that one be good enough for a night time road ride on country lanes as well as making car drivers aware of my presence?
I'm thinking about a lupine light - as being really blind (well badly longsighted) I need as much light asa possible for night rides.
Has anybody else noticed how quiet Norton is being??? - Closet roadie me thinks.
also - who here knows how powerful a lumen is? i want a chart showing me distance and how far the lumens will light up?
will that one be good enough for a night time road ride on country lanes as well as making car drivers aware of my presence?
Has anybody else noticed how quiet Norton is being??? - Closet roadie me thinks
Apropos of absolutely nothing, I did the Col de Vance on Monday as part of a 100ker with a blindingly fit French bloke and a German with huge thighs. At least the French guy had the good grace to be on a seriously sexy carbon Look with a col killing compact on. The German was on a an ancient steel thing with a drive which wouldn't look out of place in a windmill and a back block that would have fitted happily into a ladies swiss watch. Needless to say they both dropped me like they were riding in a parallel dimension: one visible to the one I was in but with really quite noticeably less gravity. Anyway I got round and it was really really purrty.
:)Yeah, with snow covered mountains in distance, and little French villages with fountains and boulangeries and everything. Actually I'm getting misty eyed for it and I'm still here. It has been a bit mingy today though.
I bet the bloody sun was shining though?
(http://i82.photobucket.com/albums/j272/the_third_eye/DSC_0013-2.jpg)How expensive are stickers with 531 on them?
i just bought this...
And on an even different note, I'm currently reading 'A dog in a hat', by former pro, Joe Parkin. Very gritty read, and a very clear illustration of how prevalent drug taking was in Belgian and Dutch cycling in the 80's. Recommended.
Seriously though, Chappers, WTF have you frittered your hard earned away on now?
that last post explains alot about your hill climbing times mate
Have I missed something? I thought that you had just got your 'old' forks sorted?
Lets open a sweep stake ~ How long before fatdoc has changed his fork again???
As I've said before we need a vomit smiley on here... :'(
This website?
http://www.labicicleta.co.uk/ (http://www.labicicleta.co.uk/)
Its a shame they only sell stupid expensive Ti frames. Are the new chaps going to expand the range?
Any word on whether you got a place on the Whitton yet, Tim?
that is fucking class.I'm very surprised you weren't there Yoss. This bikes got your name written all over it, is it yours?
that knocks my gatsby cap and other amusing garmets-clad vintage sports car club rally second place into a cocked hat.
why the fuck didn't anyone tell me about this event? eh?
my old colnago was calling out for such a thing.
i am just going to have to organise my own now. <arms folded>
As I'm out the Cheshire Cat with a knee injury I'm entering the 96 mile version of this. Looks a pretty hard course with Mow Cop , Wynatts, and some hills over Bradfield.
http://www.kilotogo.com/index.php?option=event_detail&event_id=6 (http://www.kilotogo.com/index.php?option=event_detail&event_id=6)
Which one in the fens? I'm going to be working down there.As I'm out the Cheshire Cat with a knee injury I'm entering the 96 mile version of this. Looks a pretty hard course with Mow Cop , Wynatts, and some hills over Bradfield.
http://www.kilotogo.com/index.php?option=event_detail&event_id=6 (http://www.kilotogo.com/index.php?option=event_detail&event_id=6)
Think I'm up for this one, seeing as how the Cat is now a no go. Sounds good. I might do the one in the fens too as a change of scene - 150+ miles of flat going full tilt sounds amusing....I think...
Its abit flat though isn't it.
:lol: :lol: :lol:Its abit flat though isn't it.
That's the novelty - I doubt whether you could do 153 miles in under 6 hours in the Peak, but I reckon you could be in with a shout in the fens - given that you get into a strong group of like-minded riders and have favourable wind conditions!
Nor could I, Joe, but we all need ridiculous targets to strive for! Maybe under 7 hours is more achievable. I managed the British etape (120 rolling miles with a few 4th cat climbs) in six and a half hours with very little preparation (H) so 150 flat miles - well, how hard can it be?!?!Percy I am keen (this is what scares me).
Just done my first ride of the year, any slower and I'd have been going backwards; but its a start. 64k in about 1,000,000 years.
Right my commutting road bike needs abit of an overhaul. It needs a new headset and bottom bracket.
set a record Froggatt Hill Climb time ?
set a record Froggatt Hill Climb time ?
What is the record?
When I was fit about this time last year - I got up in 13 min 30s. Last weekend I was up in 14 mins on my winter bike.
The bench mark amongst local roadies is apparently 15 mins.
By comparison, the Shy Yorkshireman will probably be the focus of some sibling ribbing at the next family get-together, letting the family name down like that. Slow-coach! Over 6 hours, and beaten by Basher too....the disgraceI'm OK, i didn't do no walking, he said he'd dissown me if i did. But, he then sold me a standard double front ring. Bastard.
;)
cav again!
cav again!Again! 3 stages of the Giro won by Cavendish now. Awesome effort. I'm just gutted I'm in bed with flu, otherwise I'd have had a tenner on him at the bookies this morning!
those racing 7 wheels are ok but a little heavy. perfect for training a putting in loads of miles! :thumbsup:Chappers, do you have the problem I have with my campag wheels (they're Assyms); they are a complete fucker to get tires on. I'm talking 40 minutes of squealing and cursing. I've even had a bike mechanic have a go just to make sure its not me being a fuckwit and he had a mare too, so how do you find them?
i have a pair of expensive campag wheels too for "best".
nice one. welcome to the club!
Pb on froggatt hill this morning in the sunshine - 18:21Nice one Steve, I rode it and timed it for the first time last night and got 18:05. Not sure about all this 'sub 15' stuff, I recon anything sub-20 is pretty good! That said I'd like to knock at least a minute off that!
Maybe not great by the standards of some but definitely an improvement on the 23+ mins that I was too embarrassed to post last autumn ;)
those racing 7 wheels are ok but a little heavy. perfect for training a putting in loads of miles! :thumbsup:Chappers, do you have the problem I have with my campag wheels (they're Assyms); they are a complete fucker to get tires on. I'm talking 40 minutes of squealing and cursing. I've even had a bike mechanic have a go just to make sure its not me being a fuckwit and he had a mare too, so how do you find them?
i have a pair of expensive campag wheels too for "best".
nice one. welcome to the club!
I'm wandering about those q-rotors - suppose to be good for knees as well.
Need a bit of advice re saddle height though. I am aware that your legs are not supposed to be straight at the bottom of the stroke (which they aren't in my case) but trying to be smooth in pushing down and pulling up with the other is proving difficult, it is a little "on off" just at the bottom of the pedal stroke. I reckon the saddle height needs to be higher but don't really want to do more harm than good.quote]
put your heels on the pedals in your cycling shoes and you pedal backwards.you should be able to do this without your hips rocking from side to side.this is supposed to give you a baseline height.you then make any adjustments in small increments.
he should now be armed with a fucking massive magnum just incase he sees one of these wank-stains in the street, then he can blow them away clint style.
Penal reforms:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/8082354.stm (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/europe/8082354.stm)
I dropped into La Bicelletta last night and Alex looked like he's got some of the spark back in his eyes. He did however stand my bike on it's back wheel as he brought it into the shop and the frame drained sheffield's recent flood waters all over the shop floor! Thats my best excuse for being slow on hills and I didn't even realise I had it.
:(
Any good tips on the best way of drying out the frame and stopping damage that's probably now underway inside and out of sight?
Presuming its a steel frame you haveAh, you'd have thought that I'd have checked that. It's aluminium.
As long as you weren't biking in the sea you should be fine. ;DPresuming its a steel frame you haveAh, you'd have thought that I'd have checked that. It's aluminium.
:-[
Also into roadie room 101 can go the whore of a headwind I had on this mornings ride, and the driver of the First double decker who thought that 3 inches between his bus and my elbow was a sensible gap - :wank:
I've been thinking about putting one of these (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/magazine/8106747.stm) outside the First Mainline bus depot near us. Anyone got some chain they could donate? I've got a maillon I can gob up with araldite to fix it, a fucked bike and loads of white paint.
I've been thinking about putting one of these (http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/magazine/8106747.stm) outside the First Mainline bus depot near us. Anyone got some chain they could donate? I've got a maillon I can gob up with araldite to fix it, a fucked bike and loads of white paint.
Just submitted my complaint email to First buses - had to email because the complaints hotline doesn't seem to work.......
Just submitted my complaint email to First buses - had to email because the complaints hotline doesn't seem to work.......
Just submitted my complaint email to First buses - had to email because the complaints hotline doesn't seem to work.......
Take immediate photo of driver - send with letter to bus company and cc to local cops alleging dangerous driving?
roll up, roll up, team buk, pendle pedal.
squeek and i are in for the 100k.
roll up, roll up, team buk, pendle pedal.
squeek and i are in for the 100k.
Having something to train for didn't seem to help my ride this morning, still crawled up every hill. At least you can enjoy the views whilst waiting for me.
Meet the Cannondale rep - the new Super six and another frame have been built for integrated Di2 - which sounds the bollocks: Auto-Trim etc.
And interestingly Alex has taken 2 SRAM groupsets off bikes recently - which I was surprised at considering the number of Pro-tour teams are running it.
The Cube's Scape saddle looks like the Fizik Arione with its long, flat top, but that's where the similarity ends: it's far too soft and lacks adequate support for all but the very lightest rider
Quote from: BikeRadar reviewThe Cube's Scape saddle looks like the Fizik Arione with its long, flat top, but that's where the similarity ends: it's far too soft and lacks adequate support for all but the very lightest rider
nabbed from their website.
Could this be the culprit? Gonna have a chat down the LBS tomorrow...
snake will be closed 13-15 July - might be worth an evening excursionAnd it was a lovely ride last night, the first time that I've ridden over the other side to Glossop rather than reversing my route back down to Ladybower. Well, lovely until it pissed it down all the way from Glossop to Castleton. The rain made descending Winnats interesting!
before you start splashing out on a new expensive saddle.consider this last year having not done as much riding as usual i felt the bum bone pain i was getting was due to my saddle being knackered i.e 10 years old.so i bought one those fancy things with hole in it.i got my arse measured and all that.still my arse hurt but i put it down to just getting used to the new shape.Quote from: BikeRadar reviewThe Cube's Scape saddle looks like the Fizik Arione with its long, flat top, but that's where the similarity ends: it's far too soft and lacks adequate support for all but the very lightest rider
nabbed from their website.
Could this be the culprit? Gonna have a chat down the LBS tomorrow...
Damian Hirsts Trek. :-\
http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/stages/hirst/ (http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/stages/hirst/)
I need that bike - yes honestly I do.
I'm off for a bit of road action in Spain in September where my Dad lives near Denia. Anyway I am somewhat worried as the people who have offered to take me out for a local spin - sound rather good. One is a friend of Mr Contador - the kind of chap who used to train with him when they were Juniors in Spain - anyway he's told me not to worry as he is now 15Kg heavier, well that will make him about 75 Kg - & still be a mountain goat. One of the others has finished in le tour top 10 on few occasions - he's got a website as well all in Spanish - Eduardo Choraz.
www.echozas.com (http://www.echozas.com)
Oh and the regional XC MTB Champion rides with them. Should be a bundle of laughs. I expect to die.
Anyone else here the rumour that Campag have been sold - to a Japanese company?
16:30 up Froggart mind - so can't be that bad.You still can't spell Froggatt though ;)
16:30 up Froggart mind - so can't be that bad.You still can't spell Froggatt though ;)
I'm blaming the spell checker.
Anyway, I think your time is on shaky ground, given the tail wind helping you out today....!
There are some activities that I know I will love, but I also know that I am a bit too 'enthusiastic' for. My body is fucked up enough without letting me loose on a downhill bike. A bit of XC and beng a roadie is enough for me. I'm way too stupid to be allowed a downhill bike!I sooo relate- the same reasoning lead me to never, never get a motorbike.
Damian Hirsts Trek. :-\
http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/stages/hirst/ (http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/stages/hirst/)
There are some activities that I know I will love, but I also know that I am a bit too 'enthusiastic' for. My body is fucked up enough without letting me loose on a downhill bike. A bit of XC and beng a roadie is enough for me. I'm way too stupid to be allowed a downhill bike!I sooo relate- the same reasoning lead me to never, never get a motorbike.
I'd be dead, you would all be desolate, I couldn't inflict that on you.
so you don't really have any excuse for getting lost. Supposedly.
On a related note, I've been playing with Nokia Sports Tracker on my new phone, very similar to the one on the iPhone.
http://sportstracker.nokia.com (http://sportstracker.nokia.com)
Here's the ride Big Phil and I did tonight
http://sportstracker.nokia.com/nts/workoutdetail/index.do?id=1450114 (http://sportstracker.nokia.com/nts/workoutdetail/index.do?id=1450114)
There are some activities that I know I will love, but I also know that I am a bit too 'enthusiastic' for. My body is fucked up enough without letting me loose on a downhill bike. A bit of XC and beng a roadie is enough for me. I'm way too stupid to be allowed a downhill bike!I sooo relate- the same reasoning lead me to never, never get a motorbike.
I'd be dead, you would all be desolate, I couldn't inflict that on you.
Alex is building an R3 up in my size though....Woah there, Tim! You can't give out snippets like that without giving us a bit more detail. Which groupset, wheels, etc? Are you going fully bling? I think you're probably obliged to with that frame..... :'( :'( indeed
We partook of Alex's wares recently actually, bought her indoors a Cannondale Carbon Synapse from him. Very nice it is too, but a bit small for me. She seems to like it though.
Is it the Turquoise/White colour?No, the non-carbon but almost all black one. Blinged up with white tyres and hbar tape to keep her happy ;-)
Is it the Turquoise/White colour?No, the non-carbon but almost all black one. Blinged up withwhitepale brown tyres and hbar tape to keep her happy ;-)
Alex is simply building up an R3 frame that happens to be in my size (as I'm the same size as him). He's not building it up for me specifically (although I suspect that the thought might have crossed his mind).
There are some activities that I know I will love, but I also know that I am a bit too 'enthusiastic' for. My body is fucked up enough without letting me loose on a downhill bike. A bit of XC and beng a roadie is enough for me. I'm way too stupid to be allowed a downhill bike!I sooo relate- the same reasoning lead me to never, never get a motorbike.
I'd be dead, you would all be desolate, I couldn't inflict that on you.
They wouldn't be desolate. Judging by the accuracy of Fatdoc's diagnosis of my smashed hand, he'd probably tell everyone that you were having a little nap...
those tyres will be white for at east 20 seconds.They have a nice brown tinge to them after last night's ride. And two dirty patches on the bars too from her old gloves. I swear that she almost took Jif to them when we got back
The super fit rarely have the disposible cash to buy an amazing bike, whereas there are plenty of tubby exec's out there who have the cash to own expensive bikes, but can't ride them like they are supposed to be riden. Oh, the bittersweet ironyWas chatting to Alex about this a while back and he just shrugged. I guess tubby money is good money at the end of the day, much like the below average & average climbers who make up a significant portion of the gate at the works. I'm always worried where to lean my bike when I go into the shop, the only place I can find that's cheap enough is the little stand of goodies in front of the till!
The super fit rarely have the disposible cash to buy an amazing bike, whereas there are plenty of tubby exec's out there who have the cash to own expensive bikes, but can't ride them like they are supposed to be riden. Oh, the bittersweet ironyWas chatting to Alex about this a while back and he just shrugged. I guess tubby money is good money at the end of the day, much like the below average & average climbers who make up a significant portion of the gate at the works. I'm always worried where to lean my bike when I go into the shop, the only place I can find that's cheap enough is the little stand of goodies in front of the till!
Certainly should be each to their own though, and if you can afford it then why not buy a lovely bike, there's no ability based entrance exam to owning a flash bike.
Maybe there should be a man with a stopwatch and a clipboard at the top of Froggatt Hill confiscating bikes that are too good for their owners....mmmmm
"15.47? sorry mate, thats £1500 bikes maximum for you. Come on, hand over the Colnago".
This wanker is creating alot of net chatter - including tweets from Bradley Wiggins.Bargain basement Clarkson rip-off.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/moslive/article-1211917/JAMES-MARTIN-The-Tesla-Roadster-electric-supercar-thats-fast-Ferrari.html (http://www.dailymail.co.uk/home/moslive/article-1211917/JAMES-MARTIN-The-Tesla-Roadster-electric-supercar-thats-fast-Ferrari.html)
:wank:
Anyone feel like getting fit over the winter for this:
http://centcolschallenge.com/ (http://centcolschallenge.com/)
UKB Team? Need to be in a team to enter. The route looks slightly tiring!
Anyone feel like getting fit over the winter for this:
http://centcolschallenge.com/ (http://centcolschallenge.com/)
UKB Team? Need to be in a team to enter. The route looks slightly tiring!
fatkid, stop it :spank:
you are meant to be training for the spainish DH trip.
OMFG - Just been watching the world championship time trial and Cancellera was just awesome - totally blitzed everybody.
And poor old Wiggo - challenging for 3rd and had a mechanical problem - ?something went wrong with his gear cabling.
Collected my new wheels today, and have been out for a quick ride this afternoon. Based on this I can firmly say that I for one will not buy any expensive 'super-light' factory-made wheels again. The cheaper factory wheels are great for what they are, but hand-built to your own spec is definately the way to go if you are investing in a really good pair of wheels.They might be factory built but those mavic wheels you sold me Percy are definitely a step up from run of the mill clinchers I'm used to. They roll nice and smooth esp with the 23mm tyres on pumped up to 100psi.
What I've ended up with is a pair of wheels that weigh well under 1400 grams for the pair, that are super stiff and quick (Ambrosio Chrono rims, DT Swiss aerolight spokes, Tune Hubs and Tufo S3 tubs), and cost a third of anything made in a factory that comes anywhere near in quality or performance. They look the business on the bike too (they make the whole bike look skinny!), and you can tell the wheel builder exactly how you want them laced so they perform exactly how you want. Its taken a while to get them, but well worth the wait. :)
Went to reccie cat and fiddle today and do a bit of training for tour of peak - fuckwit that i am chose to ride on the day of a time trial. guys passing me like they were on motorbikes. winning time for 6.5 miles up cat and fiddle - 18 mins and 12 seconds - sheeeit! :oNiel Bentley was in the time trial: - He came 9th 21minutes something. And apparently he can climb a bit or something :o
I'd get another Litespeed only I kind of wonder if technology hasn't moved on a bit and carbon is now definitely the way forward...
Oh, anyone got any recommendations for micro pumps to carry when on one's road bike? Something that'll fit in a saddle bag. I was carrying a CO2 thing till quite recently, but then I got a puncture and the bloody thing decided to vent all the gas onto my hand instead of into the tyre.i've got one of those top peak pocket rockets.i've had to use a couple of times recently and i was pleasantly suprised how much pressure you can get with it.
I think TLR had something impressively small (boom boom) when he was packing his stuff for the ride back from Cannock to Sheffield. What was that?
I was trying to bring it (relatively) back down to earth...
if it's steel, how's about pegoretti
(http://www.mosquito-bikes.co.uk/images/bikes/pegoretti/respons_zoom_1%20LARGE.jpg)
ali, the aformentioned s1
carbon, then
(http://cdn.mos.bikeradar.com/images/bikes-and-gear/bikes/road/CYP201/CYP201.storck.pack-399-75.jpg)
Damm forgot that it was this weekend meant to go have a looksee
http://www.cyclingweekly.co.uk/news/latest/400734/taylor-takes-monsal-hill-climb.html (http://www.cyclingweekly.co.uk/news/latest/400734/taylor-takes-monsal-hill-climb.html)
(http://static.londonfgss.com/attachments/16136d1255308152-rh.jpg)
i want one of these...
Heads up. Kilo to go entries for 2010 went live at midnight.
I'm in the Cat on 28th march, 67 miles.
Get in gents, will fill faaast.
Looks stunning Dolly, I'm jealous, the A61 at 7 in the morning doesn't hold the same charm!!
I'm having that bag..
i suspect they were 40 quid for a reason.They maybe out of fashion but they fit great so even if they don't last as long as a €200 shoe is expected to last I'll not complain too loudly!
i personally don't believe clipless pedals cause knee problems.its more likely to be your set up/postion or even cheap shoes :whistle::agree:
Absolutely the best advice I can give you regarding wheels is find a good wheel builder and get some hand-made hoops. The pair I got cost £400 in bits and another 100 spot for labour, give or take. What I got was a bomb-proof pair of wheels that weigh 1300grams for the pair. You won't get a better set of factory made wheels with the same spec for less than a grand.
As regards cheap, light carbon bits like tri-bars, planet X are normally the boys.
I got a pair of new wheels on order from them. Mavic reflex tubular rims, Tune hubs, x-ray spokes, handbuilt. So on that note I will shortly be flogging my Ksyrium SL's (shimano free-hub) if anyone is in the market for a nice stiff, light pair of clinchers. Me - I'm going fully old-school with tubs again :thumbsup:
(http://www.evanscycles.com/product_image/image/2a2/568/4d5/33363/product_page/trek-district-2009-hybrid-bike.jpg)
oh that's just purty as a picture and i think they do orange tassles to match
Interesting...
On another note (or quite a few notes probably), I think I've decided on Cervelo over Wilier. I did the math, and reckon I can get an S2 for around the same price as the special deal Wilier Imperiale. If I pick the components sensibly. If and when it's all finished I will have to stick some pics up.
I'm struggling a bit to find sportives that don't clash with work
pendle: yeah, im going to do the full 100miles. its a great route.
but unless you but them this weekend yr wife will kill you... you have a wee nipper to consider.. thats about 20% of it's further education...
but unless you but them this weekend yr wife will kill you... you have a wee nipper to consider.. thats about 20% of it's further education...
Yeah - my thinks a new boiler will be more in keeping with the Wife's spending plans.
Mind you I also eyed up a R3SL & S2 today at a certain local bike shop/
I hope you weren't eyeing up tlr's S2 in there - its only a matter of time before he caves in I reckon..... ;)
right then, lay your bets down for milano san remo:
the cat was brilliant. Everyone clearly had the sap rising it being spring and all and it bitched along close to 20 mph from the start. Bad idea as the climbs were way sharper than expected. Back onto the plain and everyone took off again. Ouch. The last hour was torrid. My! some people spend a lot of money on bikes.
My road bike was £370 new. I felt so ashamed. :boohoo:
bets i placed on cycling instead of horses:
cancellara to win roubaix.
boonen to win roubaix.
lets see what happens...
in other news did we all ride yesterday? amazing! and i can recommend the goyt valley (links nicely to the cat and fiddle - long hill for a circuit around buxton). beautiful! and i saw a toad carrying another toad on its back.
85km - 3hrs20, roasting hot sun and loads of climbs. woooo!
off to malham to get my arse kicked...
Give way lines at the junction at the bottom to the give way lines at the junction at the top. It does ease after the pub, but stop your clock when you hit the top. The target time for those who can 'do a bit' is sub 15 mins, but anything sub 18 mins is reasonable really in my opinion.
Can you do a clever multimap type thingy? In fact can anyone work out how we can have a nice road bike rides thread. Like with actual directions.
Isn't it Blind Melon?It might be. :-[ Melon, Lemon, either way it still cheered me up no end.
cheers chappers, id envisaged getting to the cat via styal, wilsmlow, alderly edge. Good low teaffic way out of the city. Goyt back?
cheers chappers, id envisaged getting to the cat via styal, wilsmlow, alderly edge. Good low teaffic way out of the city. Goyt back?
in brief:
ride out through cheadle and cheadle hulme, out to adlington (on the road that goes past adlington hall), up and over that hill to Pot Shrigley. From there, take the "brickworks" a climb up through the old rickworks industrial estate (nicer than it sounds), then drop down to kettleshulme (turn right there onto side end lane).
Up the road underneath windgather rocks to the top. turn LEFTdown into the Goyt. from there you can ride up to the cat and fiddle, and either to macc and home or over to buxton and back over long hill etc... i wrote right before!
if you want, ill ride out there with you just give me a shout - always keen to go on a bike ride, even after work would be fine now!
manchester wheelers ride on bank holiday monday....come along!
On a more positive note, check this website out. Has a nice blog about roadie stuff regularly updated, and they are a nice bunch of people to ride with...
http://www.lasquadra.co.uk/ (http://www.lasquadra.co.uk/)
Recommended if your a S Yorks based roadie who doesn't want the hassle of joining a 'proper club', but fancies getting a good beasting by likeminded folk....
Speaking of which, went in to la bicicletta yesterday. What a nice chap Alex is. Gave me a very good price on building up an Argon 18 Krypton. Only decision now - veloce, 105 or ultegra. Thoughts?
Speaking of which, went in to la bicicletta yesterday. What a nice chap Alex is. Gave me a very good price on building up an Argon 18 Krypton. Only decision now - veloce, 105 or ultegra. Thoughts?
You need 3 ;)
Thought I would do the Longstone Edge Hilly time trial last night for a bit of a laugh - first time trial I've done since 1988! 17.6 miles of pain, followed by the intense feeling of relief when it was all over. If anybody fancies a go on the course, start at the layby you park in to go to Stoney and ride up past the 3 Stags, turn left and go up to Litton, and then drop down into Millers Dale and straight back up the other side past Seans Roof, then turn left through Priestcliffe and then left onto the A6 down into Ashford. Then left again for a drag to the roundabout then left through Hassop back to Calver.
Is this about it ? http://www.mapmyride.com/route/detail/18585652/ (http://www.mapmyride.com/route/detail/18585652/)
whilst recceing the bike section of hathersage triathlonWhat! Thats almost cheating!
I've just gone and got myself a fixie... Just got a little place in London and all the cool folks in east London appear to have lovely simple fixies/single speeds so I'd thought I'd join the gang. Went to see Alex at bicicletta (sp) and he worked his magic on me. Bought a 'fixie Inc. Peacemaker' it's got this fancy carbonride or somesuch fabric thing instead of a chain. Superstealth riding. Man it's flat down here.
What swim time did you put down on the form?
I've just gone and got myself a fixie...
I saw that fixie inc with the belt-drive a couple of months back - very nice indeed, beware of having it pinched down there. Nice bikes last no time in the city.
(http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_lcuo5pL6dm1qbxnpgo1_400.jpg)
Number Two in my occasional series of gnarly pictures of cyclists legs. This time, Sean Kelly gunning for the line. :o
Despite the crash and the subsequent injury, Awang got back to his feet and finished the race in third place, unaware of the injury to his leg.
Those English frames look amazing...
and finishes up like this:
(http://i51.tinypic.com/smwpsj.jpg)
On a more important note - are you two chaps intending to enter the Tweed Run...?
Just joined the darkside! ;D
Just tried joining the leg shaving brigade by finally buying a winter training bike (a fairly new Ribble 7005 audax w/ 105 groupset + mavic cosmos).
Naturally I ignored everything everyone told me and got one on ebay from a guy that must have measured the circumference of his head or something because the 54cm frame I needed and bought turns out to be 58cm and as a shortarse, just standing over it makes me feel dizzy.
He's refusing to take it back and I don't fancy losing 10% + paypal + ballache on ebay so I've got a little problem. I either flog on ebay and hope for the best, try and flog on bike forums or I buy a new frame, get my hands mucky and sell the old one. What does the collective wisdom of UKB suggest?
Ta in advance, Steve
Not quite sure what the weight will be. I think maybe 6500g?
Red, Lightning cranks, tuned Negative G brakes, Enve bars, stem, fork, integrated (Nokon) cables.
Kinlin rims / Alchemy hubs.
Prob going to get some carbon clinchers on Tune hubs from Strada for best.
Re SRAM - not tried it. Well, apart from being a total convert on MTB. Was originally planning Campag, but Super Record is so expensive, and Red just seems (relatively) amazing value.
Hopefully will have some pics before too long...
I think you'll be fine!
I think you'll be fine!
Reading about other forums seems its a common issue... No one really has a definite answer.
nitpicking/
that chain really doesn't match the other bling - would be better plain I reckon
/nitpicking
Otherwise she is properly stunning, 4K ish sounds like a bargain!
yeah, those corporate fashion victims contacted my club to do a ride over here in cheshire :sick:
more to the point...weds 15th june. Peak RC stoney time trial. 17 hilly miles. £7.
Amazingly, I managed to win a competition for a weekend doing the Time-Megeve Mont Blanc sportive with GPM10 - so off to the Alps with it in a few weeks time. Then La Marmotte later that month, and hopefully around Lake Como in September.
yeah, those corporate fashion victims contacted my club to do a ride over here in cheshire :sick:
more to the point...weds 15th june. Peak RC stoney time trial. 17 hilly miles. £7.
Typical joie de vivre response from a time triallist :kiss2:
You wouldn't want to be enjoying yourself on the bike would you ?
cyclocross all the way!!
yeah, those corporate fashion victims contacted my club to do a ride over here in cheshire :sick:
more to the point...weds 15th june. Peak RC stoney time trial. 17 hilly miles. £7.
Typical joie de vivre response from a time triallist :kiss2:
You wouldn't want to be enjoying yourself on the bike would you ?
lets get this straight, this is the first (and only) time trial i have entered. (i do not want to get a name as a tester!!). But it is the furthest thing that you can get from a traditional time trial whilst doing a time trial...that make sense?? no? this is not a flat drag along a duel carrageway - have a look at the route and tell me you dont want in! i think percy did it last year??
I am top of the list of people who are only out for a good time on a bike believe me! cyclocross all the way!!
(Still not a fan of Rapha). :kiss2:
I'd hate to hear of anything happening toyour bikeyou ;D
I shave my legs twice a week. It's hard the first time you do it. But I'm very lazy. For a team photo in December I just did the fronts.
Just joined the darkside! ;D
(http://www.cycleshow.co.uk/ExhibitorLibrary/82/ribblegranfondo_2.jpg)
When it's too muddy for MTB...
Just joined the darkside! ;D
(http://www.cycleshow.co.uk/ExhibitorLibrary/82/ribblegranfondo_2.jpg)
This is now getting sold as i just don't have the time anymore. When i do go out, its on the mountain bike. Bike is still as new! :'( Looking for just over a grand before i pop it on ebay, if anyone knows someone after a road bike.
some who follow the sport more closely'll be able to correct me but this seems to have shown cycling and the anti doping bodies powers in a pretty poor light...
Tesco Rutland-Melton CiCLE Classic 2011 (http://vimeo.com/22579610)Are they riding 'proper' road bikes? You see my friend might just have become inspired to try one, but he is also thinking of doing the morning commute which a lot of the way of could be done on bridleways... Part of me keeps telling him to do as much of the off road as possible, and the other part says fucking have it, get used to it like those London couriers etc....
Lovely video of the CiCLE Classic...
(I seem incapable of embedding it though)
You damn bastard... Doing occasional roadie 50km training Runs to help me DH. Mtb I've got ever more scared of riding hard on the road...I've got a day01 steel framed crosser with alfine hub and discs. It's very good fun despite Norton warning me that they are what Southerners use for mountain biking. I've taken it onto Parkwood springs and Graves Park a couple of times and it's fine both on and off(gently) road. Stopping power is good as you'd expect and I didn't really notice the weight.
Now I need to consider a new road bike wheel set and all, just to get a 15 yr old technology that actually makes me stop.this has has been a loooong time comin IMO
Arse....
About time, are they any good?
Just bought one of these http://www.orbea.com/gb-en/bicis/modelos/orca-slt/#presentacion (http://www.orbea.com/gb-en/bicis/modelos/orca-slt/#presentacion) .This was with the money I got in compo when I got knocked off.
I went for a compact as I felt age and general decrepitude's was making it harder to get up them hills. I liked the idea of a life time guarantee on the frame, alot of companies only offer a couple of years.
GET BACK TO THE CITY!! :furious:;D
USADA have charged Lance Armstrong with providing blood samples consistent with EPO use or blood transfusions in 2010 triathlon season.
Will this confirm what we all suspect?
Just read Washington post article (soz no link)
In the 15-page charging letter obtained by The Post, USADA made previously unpublicized allegations against Armstrong, alleging it collected blood samples from Armstrong in 2009 and 2010 that were “fully consistent with blood manipulation including EPO use and/or blood transfusions.” Armstrong has never tested positive.
Gutted. Equally gutted about the TV coverage which was pretty awful.
1. There was no Plan B.
2. What happened to Froome?
i have entered this www.legbreaker.co.uk (http://www.legbreaker.co.uk) on july 22nd.81 very hilly miles and i'm led to belive quite a few old school rock athletes are doing it.so i'm trying to get some fitness so i don't get my ass kicked.
however last weeks sessions of interval training resulted in the fitness gain of a chest infection. :wall:
oh right,cool.he was over again a few weeks ago.he has got my mum obsessed with cycling,she watched every stage of the tour and all the mens road race.she hasnt riden a bike for years thoughI heard he's been left millions by a forgotten aunt, so he can now afford trips back to the old country.
It all looks completely damning but isn't it pretty clear now that the majority of riders at that time were at it? The fact that they are more likely to declare a non result than attempt to find a clean winner for those titles certainly points to that being the case.
If this is so and most of the top boys were doping when Armstrong won his titles then wasn't he technically still the best?
;)
USADA didn't waste any time then: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cycling/19369375 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cycling/19369375)I thought only the UCI had the authority to strip them?
Dark day indeed
USADA didn't waste any time then: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cycling/19369375 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cycling/19369375)I thought only the UCI had the authority to strip them?
Dark day indeed
Travis Tygart, USADA's chief executive, left no doubt that was the next step, saying the UCI, the sport's governing body, was "bound to recognise our decision and impose it" as a signer of the World Anti-Doping Code.
"They have no choice but to strip the titles under the code," he said.
On Friday, the International Cycling Union said not so fast. The UCI, which had backed Armstrong's legal challenge to USADA's authority, cited the same World Anti-Doping Code in saying that it wanted the USADA to explain why Armstrong should lose his titles.
& may have broken ribs.