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maviczap
28-06-13, 12:06 PM
Something like this is a good compromise, not full on MTB shoe, but not full on smooth soled road shoe either
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/shimano-mt43-spd-touringleisure-cycling-shoes/
Owenski
28-06-13, 12:57 PM
http://www.hargrovescycles.co.uk/products.asp?partno=47469&gclid=CK6G0rHmhrgCFUfLtAodEVcAQw#.Uc2H3fm1GWE
They're the shoes I use with the pedals posted previously
Furthest I've ridden on the road was 58miles, that was without an issue.
I'll be riding 26miles off road on the 13th July I can let you know how I get on then if you're not sorted by then but I largely suspect I'll be fine with that too.
All the best for tomorrow Matt!
Jackie_Black
28-06-13, 04:38 PM
Picked my Genesis Day One up this afternoon. :p
It's a proper grin bike and reminds me of my raleigh mirage when I was 12.
Cycling to work is going to be great fun!
maviczap
28-06-13, 05:02 PM
I am looking for a full size folding bike (to get it on the bus) as my commute take me though a tunnel.
10 miles each way with a couple of hill. Urban riding.
I have heard of Dahon as a brand and them seem pretty good?
Does anyone have any thoughts?
Here's another folding bike, it doesn't fold down quite as small as a Brompton, but in my mind it would be nicer to ride over the distances you're going to do.
The only problem I know about these bikes is that they can break around where the seat mount joins the main downtube
Owenski
28-06-13, 05:47 PM
All the best for tomorrow Matt!
Cheers john :-) that's appreciated.
Here's another folding bike, it doesn't fold down quite as small as a Brompton, but in my mind it would be nicer to ride over the distances you're going to do.
The only problem I know about these bikes is that they can break around where the seat mount joins the main downtube
I have been to Evans cycles a few times and I have moved away from a folding bike and towards a road/hybrid bike with flat bars.
Really like the HOY range atm.
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/hoy/shizuoka-003-2013-hybrid-bike-ec051520#features
Cheers john :-) that's appreciated.
I'll keep a lookout for you results on Strava.
I'm going to pop over to a local TT route in the morning and see what I can do over the 10 mile course, if I'm quick enough I may have a go in the week, I've never done anything like that before... so we shall see. Hall of shame will be up on Strava in the afternoon!
Owenski
28-06-13, 08:07 PM
Garmin is going in the car to go on charge on the USB so I can't fail to take it.
The gator skins and conti tubes have just gone in the rims along with that rim tape ( I now see why the old stuff was so poor).
The gears have all been adjusted and its ready to race. Oh and it's been cleaned :-)
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Roberrrrt
28-06-13, 08:20 PM
Gatorskin logo not in line with valve stem? Breaking the rules young man ;)
Roberrrrt
28-06-13, 08:25 PM
Also, do you clutter the bike with under-seat bag containing spare tubes etc and pump fixed to frame, or risk it and hope that if disaster strikes on Sunday morning that the on-site mechanics will respond quickly?
Being a tart I'm tempted to leave bike as bare as possible and photogenic / rule compliant as I can achieve. But I'd hate to have a DNF if anything goes tits up!
maviczap
28-06-13, 08:27 PM
I'll keep a lookout for you results on Strava.
I'm going to pop over to a local TT route in the morning and see what I can do over the 10 mile course, if I'm quick enough I may have a go in the week, I've never done anything like that before... so we shall see. Hall of shame will be up on Strava in the afternoon!
Do it, mid week 10's are great fun (sort of :D) and a great way to start off.
Trouble is a lot of the local mid week 10's are full up of Wiggo wannabees, full TT bikes, discs wheels, aero helmets etc etc. But these guys don't enter open events where the results really count.
Don't be put off by these guys, its your own race
fizzwheel
28-06-13, 08:27 PM
Gatorskin logo not in line with valve stem? Breaking the rules young man ;)
:p
( I'm glad its not just me that notices these things )
maviczap
28-06-13, 08:28 PM
Gatorskin logo not in line with valve stem? Breaking the rules young man ;)
LOL :p
Owenski
28-06-13, 09:50 PM
Gatorskin logo not in line with valve stem? Breaking the rules young man ;)
Having had a few flats I've come through the conclusion it doesn't matter one jot where the valve is in relation to the tyre. Once the tubes out the bike you still need to search the bugger out.
That and I don't follow trends, trends follow me ;-)
FYI I'll have my mini pump, tube and tools on the bike, tools you can borrow but tube u ain't :-) if you're nice to me I might try put in a second tube (provided you have one Lol).
I'm not worried about the extra weight/look nor the rules ;-)
Roberrrrt
29-06-13, 08:03 AM
You my man are an out and out rebel
Jackie_Black
29-06-13, 10:50 AM
Genesis Day One Review
Day One:
As some of you lot know I picked up my day one yesterday and this was my first chance to take it out for a spin. I was up early and fairly excited as new bikes are still great even at 35! I decided to do a few of my local roads and a few of my local off roads too, just so i could see what all this cross mallarkey is about. I intend to use the bike to ride 5 miles each way to work in my suit. It's mostly flat but has on and off road bits. I've chosen this as opposed to a road commute because cage drivers are lethal and i like taking the scenic route. I won't be a sweaty mess at work as i'm going to take it easy so it should be similar to walking levels or exertion.
Anyway I went out on some roads and the first thing you notice is the response from the bike, it feels ready to switch directions quickly and even though it's heavy it doesn't ride particularly heavy. The steel frame and forks seem to absorb everything when compared to my allez and it is a very nice place to be. After a few miles I stopped to adjust the seat and take a good look at the bike. It's at this point you notice a few things that may become problematic. Both wheels are bolted on and the complexity at the rear end is going to make punctures interesting!
I got back on and the newly adjusted seat made the ride all the more comfy. I then got to my first incline (its not really a hill). I thought i was in first spinning up it but in fact had 2 more gears to go, so I think this bike may be suitable for general touring use as first gear is quite low. In fact the range of gears feels like the little cog on the front of my allez but with a wider range at the back. I carried on the roads for a bit round the coast and then onto a bumpy tarmac path, the bike doesn't seem to like these and it was a rough ride which didn't make me confident for when i hit the trails later on in the ride.
For my pedal back inland i started along some of the wagon ways in the area and i was amazed at how well the bike went. Much better than the bumpy tarmac path. Off road it really rides like a 90's steel mtb and is a lot of fun. I even followed a guy along a track on a full carbon orbea MTB and he just looked at me like i was mental. So this part of the bike very good, which is lucky as most of my cycle to work is trails and paths.
Final thoughts after my 20 mile spin. First of all the hub gear. It was clicking and slipping a bit. I adjusted it as per the instructions (lined up the yellow lines) and then it was perfect, imagine if deraileurs were that easy. The shifts are seamless and you can change under power, and when stationary. Excellent. The disk brakes are very nice, plenty of power and its only a matter of time till these are on all road bikes, amazing stoppers. Finally the seat, its hard and not for me so will be replaced with another one from my extensive collection.
I need some mudguards and does anyone know of any puncture resistant 35mm cross tyres? dont was schwalbe marathons really as they weight a ton and are more road biased.
Roberrrrt
29-06-13, 01:04 PM
Steel beads on new tyres are the devils work
Roberrrrt
29-06-13, 01:41 PM
Hopefully link will work...
http://m1281.photobucket.com/albumview/albums/roberrrrt/photo_zps86186e5c.jpg.html?o=0&newest=1
Gatorskins fitted, cleaned and lubed, ready for tomorrow!
Do it, mid week 10's are great fun (sort of :D) and a great way to start off.
Trouble is a lot of the local mid week 10's are full up of Wiggo wannabees, full TT bikes, discs wheels, aero helmets etc etc. But these guys don't enter open events where the results really count.
Don't be put off by these guys, its your own race
Essex Roads TT Route, (http://app.strava.com/activities/63528674) so Mav how do you reckon these guy's will react when I turn up as a guest on a Tifosi with mudguards, rack and Brooks saddle?
maviczap
29-06-13, 04:45 PM
As you'd expect mate, they'll look down their aero helmets and think who does he think he is!
It'll be different once you've wiped the floor with them!
maviczap
29-06-13, 04:49 PM
I need some mudguards and does anyone know of any puncture resistant 35mm cross tyres? dont was schwalbe marathons really as they weight a ton and are more road biased.
There's plenty of choice here, I'd maybe go for a 32mm tyre, as it'll roll a bit better than the 37mm?
Continental or Vittoria are what I'd be looking at. Both have a good rep as regards puncture resistance
Jackie_Black
29-06-13, 04:50 PM
It has 35 mm contis on it now and they roll quite nice, I suppose the 32 is probably the best fit. Although that said the bigger tyres will handle the tracks better won't they?
maviczap
29-06-13, 05:01 PM
Aye, they should do, but it might depend on the surface? Which will also change with the weather won't it?
If its hard packed, then the 32's would be better, but if its wet then the 35's would be better, its always going to be a bit of a compromise and not worthwhile having a spare set of wheels due to the hub gears.
Jackie_Black
29-06-13, 05:06 PM
hmm, decisions decisions. If i go for mudguards that are 27-35 will they suit a 35 mm tyre ? or do I need something bigger.
maviczap
29-06-13, 05:48 PM
They'll be alright I suppose, but you won't know until you fit them?
At least with bigger guards you'll get more protection?
Might also pay to see if the bigger guards fit ok, as that could be a needless expense if they don't fit
Jackie_Black
29-06-13, 05:54 PM
I'll get them from halfrauds so i can return them. Was actually thinking about putting 45mm mudguards on for more protection as you say. Just wondered if it was normal to get guards the size of the tyre or always go a bit bigger.
maviczap
29-06-13, 06:08 PM
On my winter bike I run 25mm Conti's and my mudguards are up to 35mm I think
Bike & me stay nice and clean, including the front mech, although rear mech & casstte still get cruddy.
Might also pay to see what they look like on the bike, as too big can look carp
fizzwheel
29-06-13, 06:10 PM
Dont forget TDF starts today, Highlights on ITV4 now..
maviczap
29-06-13, 06:36 PM
:Series is set to record on my Sky+ :D:D
fizzwheel
29-06-13, 06:37 PM
:cool:
Can I suggest we do the no spoilers thing again so that people dont find out the stage result before the highlights program has gone out on ITV4 ?
maviczap
29-06-13, 08:59 PM
Yes, no spoilers
Just been setting up my Tacx I-Magic turbo trainer, its got some basic virtual reality rides in the software, but I'm going to need some proper rides for the authentic virtual reality climbing training. :D
But even on a test ride the resistance increased as the slope increased, pretty cool I thought :cool:
As you'd expect mate, they'll look down their aero helmets and think who does he think he is!
It'll be different once you've wiped the floor with them!
Lol, very tempting to have a go, not sure I'd wipe he floor, but as you say you're competing against yourself, anything else is a bonus :D
Jackie_Black
30-06-13, 09:59 AM
Yes, no spoilers
Just been setting up my Tacx I-Magic turbo trainer, its got some basic virtual reality rides in the software, but I'm going to need some proper rides for the authentic virtual reality climbing training. :D
But even on a test ride the resistance increased as the slope increased, pretty cool I thought :cool:
With one of those could you ride a virtual tdf over winter?
Owenski
30-06-13, 01:48 PM
****ed it!
What an Absolutely bloody brilliant day/event/acheivment.
Garmin measured it at 50.4mile, my target was to finish in under 3 hours and average 17mph... i smashed it!
Pulled over the line 2hrs 25min 11seconds :-D averaged over 21mph :-D :-D
Out of our 5 I finished first, 1whole second in front of Wayne who is the lad who encouraged me to entry.
So...wheres the next one I can do?
****ed it!
What an Absolutely bloody brilliant day/event/acheivment.
Garmin measured it at 50.4mile, my target was to finish in under 3 hours and average 17mph... i smashed it!
Pulled over the line 2hrs 25min 11seconds :-D averaged over 21mph :-D :-D
Out of our 5 I finished first, 1whole second in front of Wayne who is the lad who encouraged me to entry.
Good effort
Good effort Matt, Chapeau mate, how good does that feel???
Owenski
30-06-13, 07:17 PM
Good effort Matt, Chapeau mate, how good does that feel???
Ive won a cup scoring a hat-trick in the final with football, thats the only thing which came close. But I think the self achievement I felt completeing that today even topped the football.
Mid April I bought my first road bike, 7 weeks later I've just completed my first event finishing 20mins off the pace of the fastest finisher... I'm over the moon :)
Strava now updated as well.
To go from zero to cycling a 20+ average over 50 miles within two and a half months...... I am in awe, a huge achievement :D
maviczap
30-06-13, 07:58 PM
Time to start time trialling at that pace mate.
Especially as you haven't got tri bars fitted to your steed.
Chapau
maviczap
30-06-13, 08:02 PM
With one of those could you ride a virtual tdf over winter?
Just won the Pyrenean virtual rides disc on ebay and also got the Ventoux ride disc in the post, so I'm getting there :D
Jackie_Black
30-06-13, 08:33 PM
Amazing, I may look into setting up my own virtual tdf in my shed when i've finished it. I'm going to do it over 4 months tho :p
maviczap
30-06-13, 08:54 PM
I was riding in Majorca this morning :D
Owenski
30-06-13, 09:27 PM
Oil that just sounds so suureal, love it.
EssexDave
01-07-13, 12:18 AM
Mavi what set up are you using?
maviczap
01-07-13, 06:53 AM
Tacx Flow turbo trainer, which had the I Magic upgrade (which has the USB connection to take the data to the PC), on a spare PC in the garage
Got it off Bikeradar for a reasonable price.
http://www.planetfear.com/images/cms/Nik%20Cook/tacx-flow-trainer-aw07.jpg
This is the screen on the PC, but I hope a software update will change the picture to full screen. I used to be able to sit and do turbo sessions listening to music, but this is much more fun.
http://www.fact-canada.com/Tacx/Fortius_screen.jpg
Owenski
01-07-13, 09:21 AM
If that's a set up in the garage and you can rig it full screen you should buy a projector and hang a sheet in front of the garage door (floor to ceiling). Project the display onto that and it'll be like a redneck virtual reality room :)
Luckypants
01-07-13, 02:18 PM
I went down to Annecy at the weekend to pick up my partner's daughter with all her gear after a year of au pairing down there. With 6 hours sleep in the past 48 and massively hungover (the wine was superb though!) I crawled out of bed, braved the rain and did this!
http://app.strava.com/activities/64009784#1213405576
Not proud of the time, but proud I did it in my state and that weather!
http://sphotos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/944187_10151551744763214_1350267589_n.jpg
My hired bike...
http://sphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/1001475_10151551745153214_1392796759_n.jpg
Owenski
01-07-13, 02:24 PM
holey crap thats a climb!
maviczap
01-07-13, 05:25 PM
holey crap thats a climb!
He's done bigger ones than that. :p
https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-l_4laTK2TR4/TnY4KEund_I/AAAAAAAAAhw/7QbAtUSFXSU/w360-h480-no/tourmalet+2011+028.JPG
There's some interesting bits in the middle of that climb Mike!
Agree with you about the weather, but I'd rather be there, than here.
Chapau mate
Anyway, can I warn anyone thinking of doing climbs like this, then don't!
Because once you get the taste for it, then its difficult to stop!
Luckypants
01-07-13, 05:37 PM
Aye it got tricky at times, keeping my breakfast down was a challenge! The final 6K is the finish to TdF Stage 20 this year and I rode down over Col de Lescheaux which is at the start of that stage as well.
I'd like to ride it again in a better state, to do myself justice on the time.
maviczap
01-07-13, 06:27 PM
If that's a set up in the garage and you can rig it full screen you should buy a projector and hang a sheet in front of the garage door (floor to ceiling). Project the display onto that and it'll be like a redneck virtual reality room :)
I don't need anymore encouragement to do stuff like this, don't put ideas in my head :D
Jackie_Black
01-07-13, 07:08 PM
I'm going to add an extra few foot onto my shed just in case i need to build a full size simulator, I have a spare projector lying about.
maviczap
01-07-13, 07:12 PM
Don't forget to add some trees and a cafe for added realism. You always need a cafe stop don't you, wouldn't be a ride without a cup of tea and a piece of cake :D
Jackie_Black
01-07-13, 09:20 PM
An idea is starting to form. I was just going to put my rowing machine and tv in there but a turbo hooked up to some kind of simulation thing would be excellent.
Luckypants
02-07-13, 01:35 PM
Does anyone know (or indeed have) a touring type bike I can borrow / hire? I need a bike for a charity ride that has come up at short notice.
The bike needs to have racks and ideally panniers as well, be around a medium in size (I am 5" 9') and be available for at least a week. I expect to put around 500 miles on it.
Any ideas or suggestions would be welcome.
maviczap
02-07-13, 08:51 PM
Mike, I've got 2 frames that can take racks, my winter bike has compact set up, 50/36 plus 28-12 at the back. 9 speed
That's ready to go
The other one will need building up, although I've got enough parts to do this.
I've got a rack that will fit, but no panniers?
How soon do you need it by?
Luckypants
02-07-13, 09:46 PM
I could sort out some panniers I'm sure. I'll need it by 11th most likely. Things will be confirmed by the weekend. It was looking like I may have needed it by this weekend but that's not likely now.
Many thanks for the offer, how would we arrange transport? Might be easier to ring you?
Sent from my phone.
EssexDave
03-07-13, 03:48 AM
I purchased something very similar to this...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ETC-CHROME-QUICK-RELEASE-ALLOY-PANNIER-RACK-BIKE-CYCLE-WITH-SIDE-RAILS-ECC125S-/130913867387?pt=UK_SportGoods_CyclAcces_RL&hash=item1e7b13167b
It takes up to 15kg I believe and mounts onto a seatpost. Whilst I appreciate it is not 100% ideal, it does do the job. It's also not too weighty.
If you want me to look exactly which one I bought, let me know and I'll check (it was about £27).
maviczap
03-07-13, 07:45 AM
I could sort out some panniers I'm sure. I'll need it by 11th most likely. Things will be confirmed by the weekend. It was looking like I may have needed it by this weekend but that's not likely now.
Many thanks for the offer, how would we arrange transport? Might be easier to ring you?
Sent from my phone.
Bugger, I was hoping for a bit more time. I'm away from Saturday afternoon, and not back until Monday midnight :(
However all is not lost, I have a box and I can break the bike down and send it to you by courier on saturday, so would get to you by Monday? If I can't do that then get it couriered on Monday? But that's tricky as I don't know what my wife is working?
With the cost of fuel, this won't cost as much, although getting it collected on Saturday will cost a bit more. But it is less hassle than driving to meet you somewhere.
I'm working away until Thursday, which isn't helpful either
Let me know
Luckypants
03-07-13, 10:15 AM
I purchased something very similar to this...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ETC-CHROME-QUICK-RELEASE-ALLOY-PANNIER-RACK-BIKE-CYCLE-WITH-SIDE-RAILS-ECC125S-/130913867387?pt=UK_SportGoods_CyclAcces_RL&hash=item1e7b13167b
It takes up to 15kg I believe and mounts onto a seatpost. Whilst I appreciate it is not 100% ideal, it does do the job. It's also not too weighty.
If you want me to look exactly which one I bought, let me know and I'll check (it was about £27).
Thanks Dave, but I would not want to put that type of rack on a carbon frame as the tubes can be crushed quite easily. Hence looking for a suitable bike.
Bugger, I was hoping for a bit more time. I'm away from Saturday afternoon, and not back until Monday midnight :(
However all is not lost, I have a box and I can break the bike down and send it to you by courier on saturday, so would get to you by Monday? If I can't do that then get it couriered on Monday? But that's tricky as I don't know what my wife is working?
With the cost of fuel, this won't cost as much, although getting it collected on Saturday will cost a bit more. But it is less hassle than driving to meet you somewhere.
I'm working away until Thursday, which isn't helpful either
Let me knowSending it Monday would be fine Richard, thank you. There may be a little more more time but I won't know more until the weekend because of how things are working out.
The reason it is all up in the air is that my lad is currently running a JOGLE but has injured his feet. Medical opinion is that he has crushed the fat pads in the soles of his feet and needs to stay off them for 3 weeks minimum and no running!! So he is thinking he may be able to cycle it and invited me to ride with him. I'd like to do it to help keep his spirits up as he feels he has failed his challenge, his sponsors and his Grandad who inspired the challenge. So because this is all reactive there is a bit of rush to try to come up with a new plan. Hopefully he can start cycling from JOG at the weekend and I'll meet up with him around Carlisle a week later.
maviczap
03-07-13, 12:01 PM
Ok, I'll see if I can sort it out to send on Friday, or see what the cost of getting it picked up on Monday.
If I put the 10 speed STI's on it, which I have ready, then I could just send it without wheels, and you could use yours? Let me know mate, saves a little bit of hassle.
Luckypants
03-07-13, 01:25 PM
Yep I can use my wheels mate that would be no problem! Would it be Ok to put my cadence/speed sensor on it? Might mark the chainstay a little, so I'm asking. I'll use my Garmin if I can, but recharging may be an issue [-o<
maviczap
03-07-13, 02:44 PM
I'm not worried about this bike mate, I'll try my best to get the 10 speed Sti's on, it shouldn't be a problem, but then getting it off to you might not happen until Tuesday.
But I'll get in on overnight delivery, so it'll be with you on Wednesday, if I can't get it off on Friday/Saturday.
Luckypants
03-07-13, 03:17 PM
Well I don't think I'll need it before the weekend of 13/14th so no need to bust a gut buddy. I can get it sorted in a few hours and a shakedown ride easily in a day.
Thank you so much for this. :cool:
maviczap
03-07-13, 04:25 PM
Excellent mate, gives me more time to get the 10 speed on it, so I don't have to send it with the wheels.
You're still at your old address and telephone number?
Luckypants
03-07-13, 05:11 PM
Yes buddy, same address and number. Mobile is the same too. give me a ring :D
maviczap
03-07-13, 06:57 PM
Will do mate, when I get it all sorted
Well I've gone and done it! Entered for my first ever competitive cycling challenge an evening 10 (http://questronics.org.uk/Shaftesbury/) this Wednesday... :?
If anyone's got any useful advice please feel free to comment..
I'll be happy with anything sub 30 mins, the hall of shame will be on Strava as usual...
maviczap
09-07-13, 11:48 AM
Yes, make sure you've warmed up properly and ride it flat out, and make sure you've given it all your energy when you reach the finish.
Its only a 10 so no need to think about saving energy for the finish.
Enjoy it, and don't take it seriously, its just for fun.
Don't worry about being caught, just ride your own race.
Owenski
09-07-13, 12:18 PM
In this heat as well, you're going to suffer some serious dehydration so my advice would be to water up before and after.
Good luck with it pal :)
Only been on the bike once since my race last sunday, that was to ride to work and back yesterday.
You'll have to let me know how you take to it as I'd love to entry more things locally, just for the added incentive to ride to work if nothing else.
Luckypants
09-07-13, 12:32 PM
I'll be happy with anything sub 30 mins, the hall of shame will be on Strava as usual...
I managed a 28 on my only 10 TT so you will have no problem beating that. Mavic is right, just enjoy it.
Sent from my phone.
Cheers for the advice, I'm quite excited which doesn't happen too often nowadays and I'm certainly not taking this one too seriously as the mudguards will be staying on!
Only been on the bike once since my race last sunday, that was to ride to work and back yesterday.
You'll have to let me know how you take to it as I'd love to entry more things locally, just for the added incentive to ride to work if nothing else.
Will do Matt, I got a bit fed up with the same old commute especially in the summer for some reason, varying it and doubling or even tripling the length worked for me. Your commute is about 10 miles the same as mine in a straight line and it's a funny old distance, the legs are just about warmed up and ready to do some real work at 10 miles and to stop at that point feels somehow disappointing..
Owenski
09-07-13, 05:05 PM
Aye, your 10mile is a damn site flatter than mine though, I'm warmed up in under 3miles... if I'm not then I've got a long way to roll back lol.
I've worked out if I were to leave Leeds heading to Wakefield then round Dewsbury before heading into Heckmondwike from the South as opposed to the North then I can make an 18mile ride with far fewer climbs out of my commute, my reckoning is it'll take me marginally longer than the 10mile(as the crow flys) that I do now.
I went crazy and bit the bullet and bought one of these....
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/hoy/shizuoka-003-2013-hybrid-bike-ec051520#BVRRWidgetID
Only done short rides so far building up but it seems very good.
maviczap
09-07-13, 06:17 PM
Cool
I've worked out if I were to leave Leeds heading to Wakefield then round Dewsbury before heading into Heckmondwike from the South as opposed to the North then I can make an 18mile ride with far fewer climbs out of my commute, my reckoning is it'll take me marginally longer than the 10mile(as the crow flys) that I do now.
Looks good, similar to the elevation profile for my current commute (http://app.strava.com/segments/4669863) ironically my route was chosen to include as many hills as possible, you Northerners don't know how lucky you are ;)
.......so the challenge will be sub 1 hour???
I am using Runkeeper for my cycle routes. Is strava any better?
I am using Runkeeper for my cycle routes. Is strava any better?
I've not seen Runkeeper, Strava is tailored for cycling and you can compare your performance against yourself and others over segments, also there's a SV650.org group (http://app.strava.com/clubs/sv650-org) :)
maviczap
10-07-13, 12:39 PM
I am using Runkeeper for my cycle routes. Is strava any better?
Another +1 for Strava, I use it on my Garmin, but I've also got it on my phone
Luckypants
10-07-13, 01:23 PM
I really like Strava, much better than MapMyRide which is the only other one I've used. The Mobile app is pretty impressive and can be paired with a HRM to track heart rate data on the ride. The iPhone version of the app is slightly better than Android version as there is more choice of HRMs the app supports. Strava will accept data from all modern gps cycle computers, but not some older ones.
So yes, better!
If you still have your old ride data on your gps device you can upload all your old rides or import the data from runkeeper.
Owenski
10-07-13, 02:20 PM
I dont know about 1hr, the traffic out of Leeds will certainly play its part in holding me up. For example is takes me approx 12minutes to do the first 2miles of my journey on my way home purely because Leeds center has traffic lights at about 100m spacing.
Same again in Wakefield sub 1.5hr will be a reasonable target but I'd "aim" for an hour, the closer the better.
You'll have to let me know how you take to it as I'd love to entry more things locally, just for the added incentive to ride to work if nothing else.
After tonight's experience Matt I would say do it, still buzzing! :D
Luckypants
11-07-13, 08:55 AM
After tonight's experience Matt I would say do it, still buzzing! :D
Wanna share the time? ;)
Owenski
11-07-13, 09:00 AM
After tonight's experience Matt I would say do it, still buzzing! :D
Awesome mate :) I'll look into them.
I took a slightly longer route than normal home last night, nailed it and loved it.
I'll get the strava up for the week soon enough. I didn't turn it on until part way out of town though so it shows as nearly 10miles on the dot and having taken me 35minutes ish.
Whats your time/distance for your TT pal, is it on strava already?
Awesome mate :) I'll look into them.
I took a slightly longer route than normal home last night, nailed it and loved it.
I'll get the strava up for the week soon enough. I didn't turn it on until part way out of town though so it shows as nearly 10miles on the dot and having taken me 35minutes ish.
Whats your time/distance for your TT pal, is it on strava already?
That's it mate keep it varied, all up on Strava, official time 29:40 over 10 miles I came in 29th out of a field of 39 and learned loads about what I need to do next time, a TT is definitely a hindsight race lol. I can't wait for the Canyon to turn up to have a proper go at it. :D
maviczap
11-07-13, 10:08 AM
Was that with tri bars or no tri bars?
Was that with tri bars or no tri bars?
Last night or the Canyon Mav?
maviczap
11-07-13, 10:21 AM
Last night
Last night
Errrr, being lazy it was the Tifosi with lights, mudguards, pannier rack, and Brooks saddle, I did take the water bottles off for the TT though. The plan was it would give me a good excuse to blame the bike if I came in over 30... :p:p:p
maviczap
11-07-13, 10:48 AM
That's fine then, with tri bars you'll knock loads off your time!
I presume the faster boys rode with tri bars.
There was some serious kit there, best time was 23.47 and a mate of mine came second at 24.05, he started 1 minute behind me and overtook within the first 2 miles!!!
maviczap
11-07-13, 06:22 PM
There was some serious kit there, best time was 23.47 and a mate of mine came second at 24.05, he started 1 minute behind me and overtook within the first 2 miles!!!
Well there you go then, I don't know how much time you'll take off by using tri bars, but it will be significant in identical conditions.
You'll also know how to pace yourself better, but you'll always be chasing your tail, you get faster and reach a plateau until you do something else like buying a disc wheel or some other equipment.
What I don't understand is folk having all the kit for midweek club events, who never enter open time trials at the weekend
As you said Mav you're racing yourself, for me there's little point spending serious money, it's all just for fun :D
maviczap
12-07-13, 06:47 AM
Yes, although it would be really funny to turn up on your bike with a full disc wheel at the back, deep section carbon front, tri bars, aero helemet ............ and panniers :D
Lol, always good to be a slight maverick when there's people around who take these things sooo seriously, there was one chap there on Wednesday night who I had to convince I was happy having a go with the mudguards on and he just could not get his head around it.
Next time will be a Boris bike....:cool:
maviczap
12-07-13, 08:39 AM
Next time will be a Boris bike....:cool:
Now that would be entertaining :p
Looks like I have some training to do....
My 10 mile ride this morning took 44 minutes. Stopped at a few traffic lights but plenty of work to be done.
But it is good fun!! :cheers:
fizzwheel
13-07-13, 11:18 AM
But it is good fun!! :cheers:
and that is the most important thing to remember. Its suppose to be fun, you are supposed to enjoy it.
:cool:
Owenski
13-07-13, 05:44 PM
Rode llandegla today, on recommendation of my dad who also came along with his XC mate. 9 or so miles in all was well... then tom (the great) decided to pick a fight with the dirt and lost spectacularly.
All good fun though not sure the 2hrs riding was worth the 4 hours (2esch way) in the car, pretty sure I lost more weight sweating out in the car than I did on the circuit.
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