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At 51 I'm thinking of taking up cycling, fresh air and exercise being the obvious benefits. Any top tips from anyone please?
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Bulletproof cycling shorts may be recommended by some.
Buy a bike.
seems obvious but get the right size and type of bike and a good saddle, find an independent bike shop and decide what type of bike you want for your riding, i.e., road, off road, mixed etc good luck, brilliant way to keep fit and enjoy the countrysideOriginally Posted by Watcliff
Depending on your budget and type of bike it'll slso be worth looking through gumtree and eBay. There's plenty of people selling refurbished bikes in and around Cardiff at decent prices and if you decide it's not for you you won't lose too much money selling it on.
It can be quite daunting taking to the roads so try the taff trail - it's lovely and stress free.
One last thing - buy some decent shorts.
Always remember your helmet.
i bought mine of e bay but did loads of research first and knew the size etc, i echo the shorts thing, shorts and saddle so important
I am a little bit younger than you & bought a bike a little while ago & must say that I love it. I decided to invest in a decent bike so bought a Boardman hybrid & I am really pleased that I did as it is such an easy bike to ride. I was a little nervous cycling on roads at first but am ok now, although I do prefer off road trails.
Some good advice on here about shorts as I didn't at first & found the experience quite painful! In addition I would buy a decent helmet as this can prove invaluable if you come off.
If you work does your employer do a bike for work scheme? I know a few people who have bought a bike in this way as it is more cost effective.
Trust you to bring sex into it.
You haven't asked a question for ages.
Are shorts important for women too? or is it a man thing?
No idea what you're talking about.Trust you to bring sex into it.
You haven't asked a question for ages.
[QUOTE=Mrs Steve R;4738805]Are shorts important for women too? or is it a man thing?
Depends on how long you like to ride. A decent lube is also important.
I'm a few years younger than you but a long-term cyclist - until recently. Cycling can trigger type 3 Prostatitis/Pelvic Floor Dysfunction/Chronic Pelvic Pain Disorder.
Google these terms and be careful with your body, it's the only one you will ever have.
Because that illegal stuff get you pi$$ed to quick and can make you ill.
Hope this helps.
Some good tips on here, not sure about buying a second hand bike unless its one that has been bought and not really used. I have 4 bikes now, two off road one hybrid (also a boardman, halfords finest) and one road bike. Started with a budget bike and the spend has got progressively higher. I have bikes that look like brand new but have done 5,000 miles, they do wear out and repairs can be expensive.
Off road is more fun , possibly harder and probably safer as you dont have to worry about the traffic killing you . You will need a mountain bike for off road , there are lots of different types but I would spend maybe 3 or 4 hundred pounds on a middle of the road decent make.
Road cycling , you need a road bike (no shit sherlock) half decent bike around £1000
Half way house is a hybrid which would let you do a bit of road and enjoy the many cycle paths in South Wales. Taff Trail is a brilliant way of spending a sunny afternoon. Probably best place to start, no cars just people with dogs and kids to manoeuvre round.
Get a cycle helmet, padded shorts put a gel seat on your saddle for extra protection.
Take your time dont try to kill yourself knocking up miles
Get the map your ride app and you can monitor the miles you covered and the difficulty in the miles.
I started cycling round your age( a few years ago). I am about two stone lighter now, have done cycling holidays in the far east , doing Mallorca with my partner in June . Possibly as fit as I have ever been.
What he said. Also make sure the seat is at the right height - worth going to an independant bike store that know what they are doing. Or you could end up knackering your knees up before you get much distance under your belt.Some good tips on here, not sure about buying a second hand bike unless its one that has been bought and not really used. I have 4 bikes now, two off road one hybrid (also a boardman, halfords finest) and one road bike. Started with a budget bike and the spend has got progressively higher. I have bikes that look like brand new but have done 5,000 miles, they do wear out and repairs can be expensive.
Off road is more fun , possibly harder and probably safer as you dont have to worry about the traffic killing you . You will need a mountain bike for off road , there are lots of different types but I would spend maybe 3 or 4 hundred pounds on a middle of the road decent make.
Road cycling , you need a road bike (no shit sherlock) half decent bike around £1000
Half way house is a hybrid which would let you do a bit of road and enjoy the many cycle paths in South Wales. Taff Trail is a brilliant way of spending a sunny afternoon. Probably best place to start, no cars just people with dogs and kids to manoeuvre round.
Get a cycle helmet, padded shorts put a gel seat on your saddle for extra protection.
Take your time dont try to kill yourself knocking up miles
Get the map your ride app and you can monitor the miles you covered and the difficulty in the miles.
I started cycling round your age( a few years ago)
My advice, don't over think it. You don't need to Lycra up, wear a helmet (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/heal...n-surgeon.html), spend a fortune on accessorising your latest hobby. Just buy a reasonable bike jump on and enjoy.
Always and i mean Always Strava your ride, post is on every social media site you use
Strava is so yesterday, love.Always and i mean Always Strava your ride, post is on every social media site you use
Its "map my ride" now.
Wanna be "friends" on facebook Matt, I am keeping everyone up to date on my training for the upcoming Harlech to Cardiff ride for Cardiff City Football Development. I know you would love it , how far I have travelled the average speed , the climbs , where I went fastest. Sounds great, doesnt it ?
I havent seen you name pop up on the sponsorship form yet, possibly an oversight?
seeing mickey mouse aint cheap you know
You mean , Matt has been to Disney land?seeing mickey mouse aint cheap you know
Wonder why he has never mentioned this before?
on a serious note, i was going to do it when you posted about some ball, but i got sidetracked, my dog has had a op ( the vet said it was a today or she wouldnt make it to the next evening) on her leg and i am keeping a eye on her all the time, so not 100% concentrated on online stuff at the mo, and bloody knackered as sleeping on the sofa to keep a eye on her, I will get on it now
you know full well Jimmy, its Disney Worldyou rascal you
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