Chris1989 Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 This is why I don't mountain bike any more:This is why I road bike:However the need to be skinny means it means I end up looking like this: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoulMonster Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 As long as you don't get all obsessed about your weight and looks... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted December 1, 2015 Share Posted December 1, 2015 I got told to put some weight on when I dropped to 12 stone 4 earlier this year, so I am sitting at 13 stone 4 now.As soon as I start doing proper cycling of 80 mile rides every weekend I will be sub 13 stone again. Nothing I can do, it just happens no matter how much I eat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 Nearly got knocked off my bike yesterday. They just drove into the cycle lane and I banged on the side of their car with my hand. I had no room to my left, and squeezed from the right. They slammed on the brakes and then drove past me blasting their horn.I was just there thinking "What the hell, how is it my fault that you've driven into my lane?" and then realised it was a Mum coming back from the school run. Typical, daft cow probably didn't even realise that it was a cycle lane or that I was there. I saw where she lived as she pulled in straight after onto her driveway. Topped it off in the evening though as she reversed out of said driveway into my path, then drove into the cycle lane and squeezed me again. Cue lots of waving and she put her window down and said "You're the one who hit my car this morning" and I simply responded "Well if I can touch your car, you're driving too close to me" and she drove past and slammed the brakes on.I couldn't be arsed with arguing so just cycled round her and filtered through the traffic jam. Daft bitch. I know where she lives and if I see her do anything similar again it'll be a phone call to the police. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracii Guns Posted December 3, 2015 Author Share Posted December 3, 2015 Sorry about that Chris. As they say, if the bicycle were invented now, it would be seen as the solution. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Len Cnut Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 Nearly got knocked off my bike yesterday. They just drove into the cycle lane and I banged on the side of their car with my hand. I had no room to my left, and squeezed from the right. They slammed on the brakes and then drove past me blasting their horn.I was just there thinking "What the hell, how is it my fault that you've driven into my lane?" and then realised it was a Mum coming back from the school run. Typical, daft cow probably didn't even realise that it was a cycle lane or that I was there. I saw where she lived as she pulled in straight after onto her driveway. Topped it off in the evening though as she reversed out of said driveway into my path, then drove into the cycle lane and squeezed me again. Cue lots of waving and she put her window down and said "You're the one who hit my car this morning" and I simply responded "Well if I can touch your car, you're driving too close to me" and she drove past and slammed the brakes on.I couldn't be arsed with arguing so just cycled round her and filtered through the traffic jam. Daft bitch. I know where she lives and if I see her do anything similar again it'll be a phone call to the police.Knock on the door and offer her old man out for a straightener! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 The angry side of me wanted to follow her onto her drive when she stopped in the morning, but you can't reason with these people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB. Posted December 3, 2015 Share Posted December 3, 2015 I am dutch, so yeah I have bikes. The only bike I have a deep love for is my carrier bike. Four kids fit in there and it has a supporting engine.❤️This is my other, usually two kids and groceries are transported with it. We know how to ride a bike It's really low, so it's much safer when transporting all that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracii Guns Posted December 4, 2015 Author Share Posted December 4, 2015 Lovely white tyres there MB. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted December 5, 2015 Share Posted December 5, 2015 First race in 8 months, finished about 34th out of 40, but I fancy that being a top 20 in 3 months time. I need more experience of pack racing... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracii Guns Posted April 21, 2016 Author Share Posted April 21, 2016 I've been working more on the bike in the OP, but got to the point where restoring it isn't really worth the time/money just yet. So I'm looking out for a new town bike. What do you guys think to this? http://www.raleigh.co.uk/ProductType/ProductRange/Product/Default.aspx?pc=1&pt=266&pg=10143 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted April 24, 2016 Share Posted April 24, 2016 I'm smashing records all over the place on my bike. It's great, and I'm doing loads for charity because of it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Crashed my bike in a race yesterday. First proper accident I have had during a race, and normally it's because the group bunches and you bang wheels. I did this all on my own, throwing the bike into a corner with a nice amount of lean, then lowsided and hit the deck. Not fun, and required a trip into the ambulance to get my wounds sorted. Shit happens. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracii Guns Posted June 19, 2016 Author Share Posted June 19, 2016 5 minutes ago, Chris1989 said: Crashed my bike in a race yesterday. First proper accident I have had during a race, and normally it's because the group bunches and you bang wheels. I did this all on my own, throwing the bike into a corner with a nice amount of lean, then lowsided and hit the deck. Not fun, and required a trip into the ambulance to get my wounds sorted. Shit happens. Sorry about that Chris. Are you going to be OK? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted June 19, 2016 Share Posted June 19, 2016 Yeah, just nasty road rash and a few bits of skin I needed to cut off. I remounted the bike and did another two laps, but the brakes and rear wheel were too knackered to continue at competitive speed. I did 22 miles today, was supposed to be 50 but my knee is too swollen. Pissed off, destroyed my brand new kit 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracii Guns Posted July 22, 2016 Author Share Posted July 22, 2016 Wth a bit of luck, next week one of these bad boys will be mine! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted July 23, 2016 Share Posted July 23, 2016 Anybody want to see my chopper? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracii Guns Posted July 24, 2016 Author Share Posted July 24, 2016 10 hours ago, Chris1989 said: Anybody want to see my chopper? Is that a euphemism? Regardless, go on! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 Euphemism sorry, I'm lacking a chopper. My collection is currentla at: TT bike race bike Road bike Cx Colnago Classic steel Peugeot N+1! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bumblefeet Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 I use a SCOTT bike for daily commute and enjoy it! it's a great way to start the day.Question for you velo lovers; what do you use against rain? I have a rain jacket but it's too hot for the summer and it doesn't cover everything. So I was debating about getting a bike poncho, it looks a very dry system though perhaps not ideal when it's overly windy. Anyone got some experience with these? Also, they make you look like the phantom of the opera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracii Guns Posted July 24, 2016 Author Share Posted July 24, 2016 I can foresee all kinds of terrible with bike ponchos. While I'm a fair weather rider, but from my knowledge, cycling hasn't yet found the prefect compromise for all-weather clothing. If you ride to work daily, I suggest you have a "bike commute" outfit and change into your work gear at work. It's not always practical, but in my mind it's worth it so your work clothes always look smart. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dazey Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 46 minutes ago, Gracii Guns said: I can foresee all kinds of terrible with bike ponchos. While I'm a fair weather rider, but from my knowledge, cycling hasn't yet found the prefect compromise for all-weather clothing. If you ride to work daily, I suggest you have a "bike commute" outfit and change into your work gear at work. It's not always practical, but in my mind it's worth it so your work clothes always look smart. Agreed! I cycle to work and back every day, it's roughly 6 miles each way and I live in Cheshire where it pisses down almost every day. Personally I prefer to get soaked and shower at work then cycle 6 miles in waterproofs. The only difference really is that I'm either soaking from the elements or sweat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted July 24, 2016 Share Posted July 24, 2016 I did 38 miles in the pissing down rain today (happy birthday) and it was easier to just ride and be wet than to ride and overheat + get wet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gracii Guns Posted July 30, 2016 Author Share Posted July 30, 2016 The desired Chopper never turned up, so getting this for £100 off eBay. Can't wait to start customising it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris1989 Posted July 30, 2016 Share Posted July 30, 2016 Doing RideLondon tomorrow - kicking ass. Actually taking it really chilled, no big rush to finish, just enjoying the event this year. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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