Any one here into road cycling

dblbss · #1 08-13-2011, 08:52 PM

Acousticdude · #2 08-13-2011, 08:55 PM

I used to road cycle

PaulNYC · #3 08-13-2011, 11:43 PM

I am getting back into it.

neilG · #4 08-13-2011, 11:45 PM

EVery day. What do you want to know?

ThumpPlunkJunk · #5 08-14-2011, 11:31 AM

I ride every day, usually about twenty miles or so.

I've lost almost fifty pounds doing it, too; it's great exercise and I recommend it to anybody looking to lose a few pounds or just for pleasure.

Any questions about it?

catty · #6 08-14-2011, 07:16 PM

I was into a bit of amateur racing when I lived in CO--I was a good climber. We used to do the Bob Cook race -- up Mt Evans.

I don't road bike any more--motorists scare me too much.

Dude7777 · #7 08-14-2011, 07:26 PM

Sure. I ride about 150 miles a week. Training for triathlons here in Florida. Getting ready for the Miami Man half Iron in November.

dblbss · #8 08-19-2011, 08:33 PM

Just got my first road bike yesterday and I am having a blast. Any suggestions for a begginer

koricancowboy · #9 08-19-2011, 09:36 PM

It's my main mode of transport unless I'm going to a gig in bad weather. I have a trailer when it's good. I do a good 100-150 miles a week and at least on 60-100 mile a month. I have two roadies. One is an old Bridgestone mountain bike I turned into a great commuter/touring bike. The other is a Miyata 912 I use for charity centuries. I've been riding for about 22 years. It's the best thing aside from my family and bass.

As far as beginners go stay alert and regardless of how much you get into it always keep it fun. Even if you go pro. If you are trying to go far, increase your time out instead of keeping track of miles. Get lost and find your way back home. Take the road less traveled and remember that cars are bigger than you so even if you have the right of way they always win. If you want to go fast. Hit the gym.

ThumpPlunkJunk · #10 08-19-2011, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by dblbss

Just got my first road bike yesterday and I am having a blast. Any suggestions for a begginer

Watch out for cars, don't wear anything that can't get sweaty, road-grimed or covered in mud, don't do anything stupid, wear a helmet and learn the "On your left!" and "On your right!" rule.

It's funny that biking keeps popping up in my life though: I'm an avid cyclist myself and I was at my local velodrome about a week ago and saw a pretty terrible wreck.

A few days after that, I went to my teacher's house for my lesson and when I walked in, he wasn't in his front room where he usually is and nobody seemed to be running about (his wife's a violin teacher as well, so there's almost always people running around his house).

I found this odd, until his wife noticed somebody was there and came downstairs to meet us. "I think he's downstairs," she said, and on her way to the basement she turned to my mom and myself and said: "He broke his collar-bone."

Apparently he'd been out riding around his neighborhood the same day that I had been at the velodrome and he'd flipped over his handlebars and broke his collarbone.

He actually had me for a lesson, though, which was a real change of pace as he used his voice rather than the bass, but I can't imagine being told I can't play for four to five weeks.

Long story short: He looked at me and pointed to his arm in its sling and said "Don't do anything stupid."

TroyK · #11 08-23-2011, 09:28 PM

This book:

Amazon.com: Bicycling Magazine's Complete Book of Road Cycling Skills : Your Guide to Riding Faster, Stronger, Longer, and Safer (9780875964867): Ed Pavelka, The Editors of Bicycling Magazine: Books

Which it looks like you can pick up for a couple of bucks, helped me immensly when I started again as an adult about 15 years ago. Great information on fit, riding in traffic and a few other things that I don't remember at the moment. Check it out and enjoy riding.

I've been doing as much as I can while our weather is goodish.

Acousticdude · #12 08-23-2011, 09:51 PM

If you can find a local club to ride with check them out. If it's a decent size club they probably have different groups and levels of riders. Learn from the seasoned riders and ride with a group that you can keep up with. Always wear brightly colored jerseys and a helmet. Gloves and padded riding shorts are important too. Always be aware of every thing around you at all times. Watch out for cars, dogs, other bikes, and pedestrians. Riding is great but be careful.

bassteban · #13 08-23-2011, 10:13 PM

Biking '11, #12 speed cogs are a pain in the rear derailleur...bad bike pun, there...
There's a bit of everything in there.

catty · #14 08-24-2011, 01:28 PM

Have you guys seen this? Any racers should get a hoot... Dictionary of Roadie Slang

fdeck · #15 09-01-2011, 07:02 PM

My advice: You will get a flat.

Also, assume that car drivers can't see you, and are either ignorant or confused about the rules of the road concerning bikes.

swingingoodtime · #16 09-01-2011, 09:07 PM

Gee, for a moment there I thought this was going to be one of those: "How do I fit a bass into..." threads...

forester · #17 09-01-2011, 10:17 PM

my biggest fear is watching one of you guys slide up over my hood and into the windshield....too many close calls with the tour de jour.
no flame,just saying.

TroyK · #18 09-01-2011, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by swingingoodtime

Gee, for a moment there I thought this was going to be one of those: "How do I fit a bass into..." threads...

Hey does anyone know if you can fit a stand up bass in a Pinarello?

swingingoodtime · #19 09-02-2011, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by TroyK

Hey does anyone know if you can fit a stand up bass in a Pinarello?

Danke!

bejoyous · #20 09-02-2011, 09:09 AM

I used to have a nice Nakamura (now stolen) for road cycling. It was a blast! It's a great way to keep in shape and provided cheap transportation.

Nowadays, I use a hybrid bike to run around the neighbourhood and occasionally go into the woods. With a trail-a-bike, it makes a great secondary vehicle for most of the year. My daughter and I go all over the place with it while my wife uses the family car.

I do have concerns, though, about safety with cars, the effect on my arms from the road vibration or the possibility of a wipe out.

As stated above, don't do anything stupid that could ruin your musical career.