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Morbyd

Morbyd

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We've go the running club thread on here so I thought it fair that us bicyclists have their own little corner. :D

I bought a new bicycle about 3 weeks ago and went for my second ride on Saturday. All told, about 25 km (interspersed with stops for a couple of beers, an ear of corn and a sandwich along the way :lol:)

I know secret Agent man is a fellow rider. Who else? What's your routine?
 
My steed, which I hardly ever use....

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I have a Trek Y5 do about 30K a week. My knees are shot and I can't run anymore. I do a bit of mountain biking also depends how my knees feel.
 
djjaycool said:
I have a Trek Y5 do about 30K a week. My knees are shot and I can't run anymore. I do a bit of mountain biking also depends how my knees feel.
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I could barely walk for a few hours when I was done with my ride on Saturday. My troublesome right knee was particularly unhappy.

Generally feeling better now but I think I'll need to wait until weekend before I go riding again.
 
Morbyd said:
I could barely walk for a few hours when I was done with my ride on Saturday. My troublesome right knee was particularly unhappy.

Generally feeling better now but I think I'll need to wait until weekend before I go riding again.
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I have a 12 speed with full suspension which is great on the knees
 
fatphilb said:
My steed, which I hardly ever use....

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Sweet bita kit there, how much was that?

My next bike is likely to be something like a yeti full sus, but getting that past the wife is not going to be easier, it will cost more than the car is worth!

Yes, i love it. Did liverpool to manchester last weekend, but am happier mountain biking.

Currently got some massive bruises and scrapes, came off at lee quarry in north manc in a major way, lost it when mid air on a jump, landed on rocks, dont know how i did not break my hip or arm :eek:

Mrs Agent not happy with me:spank:
 
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agentundercover said:
Yes, i love it. Did liverpool to manchester last weekend, but am happier mountain biking.

Currently got some massive bruises and scrapes, came off at lee quarry in north manc in a major way, lost it when mid air on a jump, landed on rocks, dont know how i did not break my hip or arm :eek:

Mrs Agent not happy with me:spank:
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How long a ride is that? Is there a trail or do you ride roadside?

I've been keeping to riding along the river embankments here (wider sidewalks, few/no crossings) as otherwise you'd be risking life and limb since drivers here really don't pay attention to puny cyclists :confused:

Still waiting for my first wipeout...
 
Morbyd said:
How long a ride is that? Is there a trail or do you ride roadside?

I've been keeping to riding along the river embankments here (wider sidewalks, few/no crossings) as otherwise you'd be risking life and limb since drivers here really don't pay attention to puny cyclists :confused:

Still waiting for my first wipeout...
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First few miles along the river on a path, a bit through quiet residential roads & the rest on tow paths etc - 48 miles in total.

My relatively new bike is just so quick it gets me ahead of myself. I seem to come off once every time I go out.
 
I've got a Specialized Allez road bike, had it for about 2 months. I do between 50-70 miles a week at the minute around the very hilly Cornish roads.

Have always loved cycling and it's getting more and more rewarding the fitter i get. I'm aiming to get up to 100 miles a week before the end of summer and then next summer start entering some Sportif competitions such as this one which a friend of mine did a couple of months ago
http://www.kilotogo.com/index.php?option=event_detail&event_id=24

Anyone watch the Pro Cycling on tv at all? Tour De France, Giro, Classics etc?
 
Got a Dahon Matrix - 'hardtail' folder but with full size wheels/frame - I LOVE it though it's stuck at the 'rents as I can't find space for it at my flat. Boris bikes are my trusty alternative steed 8)
 
Dan x said:
Got a Dahon Matrix - 'hardtail' folder but with full size wheels/frame - I LOVE it though it's stuck at the 'rents as I can't find space for it at my flat. Boris bikes are my trusty alternative steed 8)
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I'm always tempted to try out these Boris bikes. Great idea, on the surface. Does the system work?

My bike is a folder as well. Russian model called Forward. 24" wheels, six speeds.
 
Morbyd said:
I'm always tempted to try out these Boris bikes. Great idea, on the surface. Does the system work?

My bike is a folder as well. Russian model called Forward. 24" wheels, six speeds.
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They do, I have a docking station close to my flat and near work, so it's theoretically ideal for me (though admittedly not as ideal as the tube ;) ) though their main drawback is that you can only use them for short journeys and/or where journeys have a shower at the end of them!

They're also built like tanks too, so no nippy darting from a to b, it's more of a workout, but I quite like that about them.

It's also set up a 2 tier cycling community, and apparently the lycra lot don't like the suited Boris riders as they clog up the cycle lanes pottering along :lol:

I've got dreams of going on a cycling holiday thing in the not too distant future, and have visions of getting an airnimal as my next beast (especially as the Dahon is pretty heavy and rugged)

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Hubba hubba!
 
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Thats the same model as the bike I currently ride. Except mines in a far better condition. :)
 
tristanbaldock said:
I've got a Specialized Allez road bike, had it for about 2 months. I do between 50-70 miles a week at the minute around the very hilly Cornish roads.

Have always loved cycling and it's getting more and more rewarding the fitter i get. I'm aiming to get up to 100 miles a week before the end of summer and then next summer start entering some Sportif competitions such as this one which a friend of mine did a couple of months ago
http://www.kilotogo.com/index.php?option=event_detail&event_id=24

Anyone watch the Pro Cycling on tv at all? Tour De France, Giro, Classics etc?
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Went to the tour last year, was great, eating cheese and drinking wine whilst waiting for it all to arrive - great fun!

Can recommend the film chasing legends if that is your kind of thing.
 
I have a Specialized Rock Hopper thats about 9 years old now. I would like to get out on it more but im too lazy / too busy!

I do dream of a Cannondale Lefty Full Suspension tho.
 
I've got a little runaround that I use to get to work and back every day. Probably about 6 miles there and back.

I had a better bike but unfortunately it got stolen shortly after moving to Hackney :(
 
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