| One for the cyclists here... 12:25 - Apr 28 with 113622 views | llangyfelach |
For varying reasons I'm not confident enough to get out and about on my bike, so for the next couple of months I'll be using my indoor Turbo Trainer. I'm mindful that at the moment I'll be training based on time rather than distance, so want to get myself a decent milometer. Any recommendations?
Ta in advance |  |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 12:43 - Jun 8 with 3419 views | max936 |
| One for the cyclists here... on 12:36 - Jun 8 by Neath_Jack |
Just done a swift 5 miles, mostly into a head wind. Knackered now, ringpiece not as bad as it was last week though. |
Off out soon, probably up to glyncorrwg ponds, did the Foel climb yesterday morning, I left the house just before 8 and it was dry but was hissing down within 10mins, got bloody soaked through and was stinking with mud and crud, great fun though  |  |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 12:59 - Jun 8 with 3400 views | rob |
| One for the cyclists here... on 12:43 - Jun 8 by max936 |
Off out soon, probably up to glyncorrwg ponds, did the Foel climb yesterday morning, I left the house just before 8 and it was dry but was hissing down within 10mins, got bloody soaked through and was stinking with mud and crud, great fun though |
Off to Clyne to try the XC loop, after fixing my bike which needs some TLC! |  | | |
| One for the cyclists here... on 13:43 - Jun 8 with 3382 views | Jackfath |
30 miles done this morning. I don't like wind, or hills. |  |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 14:31 - Jun 8 with 3366 views | orion3016 |
| One for the cyclists here... on 13:43 - Jun 8 by Jackfath |
30 miles done this morning. I don't like wind, or hills. |
Wind is worse than rain
What happened to the strava post? |  |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 14:36 - Jun 8 with 3364 views | Jackfath |
| One for the cyclists here... on 14:31 - Jun 8 by orion3016 |
Wind is worse than rain
What happened to the strava post? |
Strava post? | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 14:38 - Jun 8 with 3361 views | orion3016 |
| One for the cyclists here... on 14:36 - Jun 8 by Jackfath |
Strava post? |
I thought I was following you on strava? | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 14:40 - Jun 8 with 3360 views | Jackfath |
| One for the cyclists here... on 14:38 - Jun 8 by orion3016 |
I thought I was following you on strava? |
Yeah you are...... | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 14:44 - Jun 8 with 3357 views | orion3016 |
| One for the cyclists here... on 14:40 - Jun 8 by Jackfath |
Yeah you are...... |
You didn't post your ride today then...... | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 14:45 - Jun 8 with 3356 views | Jackfath |
| One for the cyclists here... on 14:44 - Jun 8 by orion3016 |
You didn't post your ride today then...... |
It's there. | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 14:53 - Jun 8 with 3354 views | orion3016 |
| One for the cyclists here... on 14:45 - Jun 8 by Jackfath |
It's there. |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 15:09 - Jun 8 with 3349 views | Jackfath |
Do you pay for the upgraded Strava? | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 15:11 - Jun 8 with 3347 views | orion3016 |
| One for the cyclists here... on 15:09 - Jun 8 by Jackfath |
Do you pay for the upgraded Strava? |
I don't subscribe to it, I've just got the basic. I think it just gives you comparison data, probably more for the pros out there | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 17:53 - Jun 8 with 3329 views | Jackfath |
They've got some cheapish gear at this site. I know Max was after some shorts.
www.cyclestore.co.uk | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 18:36 - Jun 8 with 3321 views | max936 |
| One for the cyclists here... on 17:53 - Jun 8 by Jackfath |
They've got some cheapish gear at this site. I know Max was after some shorts.
www.cyclestore.co.uk |
Cheers JF, I've been up the foel again today, legs are sore now though, not one of my better ideas.  | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 17:01 - Jun 14 with 3188 views | Pacemaker |
I use them and buy them from the same company, i suffer with cramp and when using Hi 5 Zero I dont have a problem. I use 1 tab per 750ml I have heard from friends that it can sting the eyes badly in sweat if stronger. |  |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 20:38 - Jun 15 with 3144 views | Jackfath |
Any tips for easing the pain in the thighs after a ride? | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 20:44 - Jun 15 with 3141 views | pansypants |
| One for the cyclists here... on 17:01 - Jun 14 by Pacemaker |
I use them and buy them from the same company, i suffer with cramp and when using Hi 5 Zero I dont have a problem. I use 1 tab per 750ml I have heard from friends that it can sting the eyes badly in sweat if stronger. |
Calcium tablets help clear up cramp.
A little pinch of salt in your water helps with not losing to much electrolytes. An ex power lifter mate of mine did this and he is still alive at 75 [Post edited 15 Jun 2014 20:46]
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| One for the cyclists here... on 20:45 - Jun 15 with 3139 views | pansypants |
| One for the cyclists here... on 20:38 - Jun 15 by Jackfath |
Any tips for easing the pain in the thighs after a ride? |
A good warm down and ice packs, in extreme cases 400mg of ibuprofen. [Post edited 15 Jun 2014 20:46]
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| One for the cyclists here... on 08:04 - Jun 16 with 3109 views | Pacemaker |
| One for the cyclists here... on 20:38 - Jun 15 by Jackfath |
Any tips for easing the pain in the thighs after a ride? |
Make sure you warm down properly try and just spin your legs as you come to the end of a ride.
I have been having a large glass of milk immediately after a ride and very rarely have soreness in my legs.
I saw a programme on TV where Bath Uni did tests on rugby players with shakes, recovery drinks, protein drinks etc and the best results were with skimmed milk. | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 18:31 - Jun 16 with 3085 views | Jackfath |
I carry the following in my saddle bag;
Spare inner tube,
3 tyre levers,
Air canister and dispenser,
Mobile phone.
I'd like to take some snacks out with me (and also my door key) but the bag is full, no room for anything else, especially when I stuff my phone in too.
I have no pockets in my shorts and I haven't got a shirt with pockets in either.
Should I invest in another bag, a frame bag for the front of the bike? What do you all use? | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 18:57 - Jun 16 with 3076 views | Pacemaker |
| One for the cyclists here... on 18:31 - Jun 16 by Jackfath |
I carry the following in my saddle bag;
Spare inner tube,
3 tyre levers,
Air canister and dispenser,
Mobile phone.
I'd like to take some snacks out with me (and also my door key) but the bag is full, no room for anything else, especially when I stuff my phone in too.
I have no pockets in my shorts and I haven't got a shirt with pockets in either.
Should I invest in another bag, a frame bag for the front of the bike? What do you all use? |
I have a large saddle bag as I use my bike for long rides and almost daily commuting.
This is it and in all honesty it is slightly too large 90% of the time but is expandable so excellent for long rides. http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-aero-wedge-buckle-large-saddle-bag/
I carry two tubes, a length of old tyre (I had a blow out once and split my tyre), multi tool, three tyre levers, puncture repair patches (just in case), some cash, phone, emergency gels/food. I can also attach my lamp to it and it is reflective.
I always wear a cycle shirt and keep my keys in the zipped pocket, I also keep my Maynards sports mix in my rear pocket together with my race cape and arm warmers if it is likely to be cold or rain.
On my commute I also carry a dry bag rucksack from Lomo which is great in the winter as it is very reflective and keeps all my clothes, phone etc dry.
On my MTB I carry two tubes, piece of old tyre and levers in my hydration pack, it also holds my phone, keys and money.
I am a bit anal tho.  | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 19:05 - Jun 16 with 3069 views | Jackfath |
| One for the cyclists here... on 18:57 - Jun 16 by Pacemaker |
I have a large saddle bag as I use my bike for long rides and almost daily commuting.
This is it and in all honesty it is slightly too large 90% of the time but is expandable so excellent for long rides. http://www.wiggle.co.uk/topeak-aero-wedge-buckle-large-saddle-bag/
I carry two tubes, a length of old tyre (I had a blow out once and split my tyre), multi tool, three tyre levers, puncture repair patches (just in case), some cash, phone, emergency gels/food. I can also attach my lamp to it and it is reflective.
I always wear a cycle shirt and keep my keys in the zipped pocket, I also keep my Maynards sports mix in my rear pocket together with my race cape and arm warmers if it is likely to be cold or rain.
On my commute I also carry a dry bag rucksack from Lomo which is great in the winter as it is very reflective and keeps all my clothes, phone etc dry.
On my MTB I carry two tubes, piece of old tyre and levers in my hydration pack, it also holds my phone, keys and money.
I am a bit anal tho. |
I've got that bag but it must be the smaller version. Perhaps I should just splash out on a larger version of my current one. As for being anal, better to be safe than sorry! | |
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| One for the cyclists here... on 00:06 - Jun 17 with 3041 views | owainglyndwr |
Anyone use a turbo trainer, bought one to recover after a Op on both knees.
Started with 15mins yesterday and 25 today |  | | |
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