The Cycling Thread

[Binky]

237 miles in four days sounds good.

There was me worrying about the 60 mile ride back from Nottingham next week, all in on day mind.

[fizzwheel]

Originally Posted by Jabba

All done safely...... 237 miles in total. Fab scenery but some of the coastal terrain was tough going.

Good going Jabba, now sup a well earned beer and bask in the glow of a well done ride

[fizzwheel]

Liz's new steed, to replace the Canondale Synpase that she had that was miles to big for her.

Giant Defy 3, first impressions, well the frame is decent, I can see why people now say that Giant make good frames and that they make a good base to upgrade from. Finishing kit at this price point is also rather good as well, looks a quality bike.

Originally Posted by fizzwheel

Good going Jabba, now sup a well earned beer and bask in the glow of a well done ride

I've had a few since finishing the ride last Monday afternoon

Originally Posted by Binky

237 miles in four days sounds good.

44 on Friday pm, Carmarthen to Fishguard
63 on Saturday to Tenby
75 on Sunday to The Gower
55 on Monday to Cardiff

We use the Sustrans "Celtic Trail West". Great scenery, but make sure your bike has some low gears

Oh nice bike!!!

This cycling lark is more dangerous than motorbiking! Some pr1ck in a van turned left (no signals) across the bike lane which I was absolutely flying down, I grabbed as much brake as possible and skidded to a halt about an inch away, I consider myself a very lucky boy!

Planning to go out this afternoon, once I've fed and watered.

Do you lot tend to ride solo or in pairs/group?

How many miles did you put in before you decided to buy your road bike and then ultimately join a club?

How do you work out what size bike you need and what is the best value carbon bike out there?

...and do I need one?

Originally Posted by krhall

How do you work out what size bike you need and what is the best value carbon bike out there?

...and do I need one?

Best value is the Boardman Carbon Team at a penny shy of £1k

Do you need one? Unless you are racing competitively, no. Nice to have/own but not as strong/durable as a decent aluminium frame. go for aluminium frame with carbon forks. For £1k you'll get some decent kit on it.

Go for a well-known name (Trek, Scott, Specialized, Giant).

Basically the bike I have is probably ok then, unless I want some bling or to get competitive? It is a Giant SCR4 I think, a bit noisy/clunky.