Show us what you did today, thread
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epicyclo
Senior Retro Guru
I went for a within the guidelines trundle around the local area.
Took a few excursions off the sticky black stuff...
...and ended up in the woods...
...for some easy natural terrain.
There were fences and dykes to cross...
...and opportunities to perfect my half-bunnyhop
Do you think some grumpy pensioner has been putting logs across the track?
And a ride is not a ride without a wee bit of bog...
Never seen that bit so dry. (I'm the one who's been putting the logs on that bog for the last few years.)
Bogs morph into lochs - or is it the other way round?
But for a relief, there was a nice bit of gravel track...
Unfortunately it soon turned to about a kilometre of this...
But then it was back on to the black boring stuff and head for home.
I stopped on the outskirts of town to get a drink at the famous Spootie Well...
...but changed my mind when I remembered there's a cemetery at the top of the hill. Maybe they should change the name to Zombie Well.
'Twas a fine day.
Took a few excursions off the sticky black stuff...
...and ended up in the woods...
...for some easy natural terrain.
There were fences and dykes to cross...
...and opportunities to perfect my half-bunnyhop
Do you think some grumpy pensioner has been putting logs across the track?
And a ride is not a ride without a wee bit of bog...
Never seen that bit so dry. (I'm the one who's been putting the logs on that bog for the last few years.)
Bogs morph into lochs - or is it the other way round?
But for a relief, there was a nice bit of gravel track...
Unfortunately it soon turned to about a kilometre of this...
But then it was back on to the black boring stuff and head for home.
I stopped on the outskirts of town to get a drink at the famous Spootie Well...
...but changed my mind when I remembered there's a cemetery at the top of the hill. Maybe they should change the name to Zombie Well.
'Twas a fine day.
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Great photos Brian, I love how every time they start on the black stuff and steadily descend into wilder and more remote off-road locations
Jamie, those hubs look polished already!
I think 7400 is my favourite Shimano Road stuff, I've got a few bits on my Giant, not hubs though, nor a braze on front mech either, so if you see one for sale anywhere (at a reasonable price) give me a shout
Great photos Brian, I love how every time they start on the black stuff and steadily descend into wilder and more remote off-road locations
Jamie, those hubs look polished already!
I think 7400 is my favourite Shimano Road stuff, I've got a few bits on my Giant, not hubs though, nor a braze on front mech either, so if you see one for sale anywhere (at a reasonable price) give me a shout Re: Re:
The great cull couldn't last and is now null and void.
Good to see it's a nice tourer
Jamie
epicyclo":tlafyi0j said:It disguises my technical incompetence offroad, and lack of speed on road.jimo746":tlafyi0j said:
Maybe I'm just a Rambler with a bike.
And Oops, I just did N+1. I put a low bid on a Dawes Galaxy and to my surprise won it.
The great cull couldn't last and is now null and void.
Good to see it's a nice tourer
Jamie
velomaniac
MacRetro Rider
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Thanks to a wee bit of dosh wrestled back from the banks via PPI I am putting together an interesting bike. The bike itself is not interesting but some of the components are. I am assembling an ergonomically considered bike. I want to be able to ride comfortably over distance not fast just without aches and pains.
Pedalling Dynamics Catalyst pedals to eliminate sore feet and legs.
Shorter cranks to reduce deadspot and help hips and knees.
Manta Ms5 saddle to prevent numb bum and nerve pain. This bit is controversial but I want to try it and make my own mind up. I did not pay anywhere near the official price.
Wide grips to support palm and reduce hand pain.
I am 50 now not 30 and cycling can be painful afterwards and during which detracts from my enjoyment.
We will see
Thanks to a wee bit of dosh wrestled back from the banks via PPI I am putting together an interesting bike. The bike itself is not interesting but some of the components are. I am assembling an ergonomically considered bike. I want to be able to ride comfortably over distance not fast just without aches and pains.
Pedalling Dynamics Catalyst pedals to eliminate sore feet and legs.
Shorter cranks to reduce deadspot and help hips and knees.
Manta Ms5 saddle to prevent numb bum and nerve pain. This bit is controversial but I want to try it and make my own mind up. I did not pay anywhere near the official price.
Wide grips to support palm and reduce hand pain.
I am 50 now not 30 and cycling can be painful afterwards and during which detracts from my enjoyment.
We will see
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Good to hear would got some of your hard earned back and are spending it the right way.
Holy f@&k. Looks like the Iron Throne from Game of Thrones. (Not being negative, just expressing an opinion)
Where did you here about them? Never seen anything like it. Kind of a modern progression of a sprung saddle.
As for grips, two of my mates swear by Ergon winged grips. Expensive, but often come up second hand as not everyone gets on with them.
Have to say I’m surprised you’re going short on cranks. I’d have though a man of your stature would go the other way. I have read though that Mike Burrows, of Lotus bike fame, reckons most of us are using cranks that are 15-20mm too long. I have short legs for my height and would like to try 160mm, but mainly to try and reduce pedal strikes on today’s lower bikes.
Hope you’re experiment finds a few changes that work for you.
Good to hear would got some of your hard earned back and are spending it the right way.
velomaniac":uzo6gybq said:
Holy f@&k. Looks like the Iron Throne from Game of Thrones. (Not being negative, just expressing an opinion)
Where did you here about them? Never seen anything like it. Kind of a modern progression of a sprung saddle.
As for grips, two of my mates swear by Ergon winged grips. Expensive, but often come up second hand as not everyone gets on with them.
Have to say I’m surprised you’re going short on cranks. I’d have though a man of your stature would go the other way. I have read though that Mike Burrows, of Lotus bike fame, reckons most of us are using cranks that are 15-20mm too long. I have short legs for my height and would like to try 160mm, but mainly to try and reduce pedal strikes on today’s lower bikes.
Hope you’re experiment finds a few changes that work for you.
Mid/late 40's here but still pretty racey, tend to compete in the 24hours now rather than the fast races but would still neverdream of having a spacer under the stem
Used many various grips, Ergon, ESI etc all in terms of hand support but i eventually ended up using conventional bar tape...I use S-Works grip and make my own custom shape and run it over the brakes to make a multi position grip perfect for 100mile rides and 24 hour races. I would suggest trying it.
Saddle looks pretty interesting, I wouldn't wish to comment but I really would suggest getting a pro bike fit, you'll save much money in the long run over buying snake oil and trial and error.
Used many various grips, Ergon, ESI etc all in terms of hand support but i eventually ended up using conventional bar tape...I use S-Works grip and make my own custom shape and run it over the brakes to make a multi position grip perfect for 100mile rides and 24 hour races. I would suggest trying it.
Saddle looks pretty interesting, I wouldn't wish to comment but I really would suggest getting a pro bike fit, you'll save much money in the long run over buying snake oil and trial and error.
