endieinreekie Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 1 hour ago, stu_mfc said: Minimum you should look at is hydraulic disc brakes and possibly air sprung forks with a tapered steerer (mainly because everything else is phasing out and impossible to replace). Would also go for 27.5" wheels (again 26" phasing out and hard to replace tyres now). If you stick with a decent frame from a brand Unleash The Nade has mentioned everything else can be easily upgraded as you go. Decathlon are better than they used to be, just apply same logic as above! Vodoo from halfords or the Bossnut from Go Outdoors are also decent budget options. Cheers!! Much appreciated. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unleash The Nade Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 8 hours ago, endieinreekie said: Cheers guys, much appreciated. Are decathlon any good for mountain bikes? Have heard that their road bikes are pretty decent Personally, I’d stay away from Decathlon, however , it really depends on your budget as you cd get much better bikes for not that much extra cash . I’d also opt for 29” wheels as much better for rolling resistance and also tougher terrain As an example , this Cannondale is a cracking bike at a good price https://www.wheelbase.co.uk/product/bikes-frames/bikes-by-type/mountain-bikes/cannondale-trail-7-2019-18cdtrail7/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-JSUrNf53QIV7rXtCh02pQHUEAQYASABEgIyYPD_BwE 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ark loyal Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 57 minutes ago, Falkirk Cyclist said: Is there anywhere that lists the local cycling clubs? I've been clocking up the kms on a static exercise cycle in the gym but I'm desperate to get back on the tarmac and chuck in some heavy climbs. https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/clubfinder 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unleash The Nade Posted October 19, 2018 Share Posted October 19, 2018 2 hours ago, Falkirk Cyclist said: Is there anywhere that lists the local cycling clubs? I've been clocking up the kms on a static exercise cycle in the gym but I'm desperate to get back on the tarmac and chuck in some heavy climbs. Hiya PB ! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnash Posted October 24, 2018 Share Posted October 24, 2018 Big solo ride today - 108 miles, 7100 feet of climb going around Loch Tay. The climb coming out of Kenmore is an absolute beast - averages 13% for the first mile and doesn't let off much for the next 2 miles. The last 20-25 miles back home into the headwind were hellish. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvio Tattiescone Posted October 25, 2018 Share Posted October 25, 2018 Did some cycling in the Spanish hills the other week- good fun 3000ft in 9 miles including quarter of a mile at 24%! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamski Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 Apologies if this sort of thing has been asked on here before... I've got quite into cycling over the past couple of years. Managed a few runs of 70-odd miles on my own, and did Nightrider around Glasgow earlier this year, which was 100km. That gave me a bit of a taste for organised cycling events: sportives and the like. Could anyone recommend some decent events like that for 2019? I'm keen to sign up to some. Ones that are good for someone fairly new to it - nothing too crazy in terms of distances or hills! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
statts1976uk Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 44 minutes ago, Adamski said: Apologies if this sort of thing has been asked on here before... I've got quite into cycling over the past couple of years. Managed a few runs of 70-odd miles on my own, and did Nightrider around Glasgow earlier this year, which was 100km. That gave me a bit of a taste for organised cycling events: sportives and the like. Could anyone recommend some decent events like that for 2019? I'm keen to sign up to some. Ones that are good for someone fairly new to it - nothing too crazy in terms of distances or hills! The Etape Loch Ness is always a good one, it might have sold out for next year but there are always charity spots. It’s always well run and the King of the Mountain stage is a good one. For the first time in 4 years I’m not doing it next year as I’m likely to be out of the country but I will be doing PoppyScotland, The Big Belter for Cycle for Scotland and the Etape Caledonia. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adamski Posted November 5, 2018 Share Posted November 5, 2018 19 minutes ago, statts1976uk said: The Etape Loch Ness is always a good one, it might have sold out for next year but there are always charity spots. It’s always well run and the King of the Mountain stage is a good one. For the first time in 4 years I’m not doing it next year as I’m likely to be out of the country but I will be doing PoppyScotland, The Big Belter for Cycle for Scotland and the Etape Caledonia. It was actually Etape Loch Ness that got me here - I really liked the sound of it but faffed around instead of signing straight up. And by the time I got around to sorting it out it had sold out! I might still do a charity place, but it's not long since I asked folk to sponsor me for something. I'll definitely check out the others though - I don't really know much about what's out there at the moment. Cheers for that! 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
statts1976uk Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 13 hours ago, Adamski said: It was actually Etape Loch Ness that got me here - I really liked the sound of it but faffed around instead of signing straight up. And by the time I got around to sorting it out it had sold out! I might still do a charity place, but it's not long since I asked folk to sponsor me for something. I'll definitely check out the others though - I don't really know much about what's out there at the moment. Cheers for that! The Etape Loch Ness is really good, lot of support, excellent route and closed roads. I’m disappointed I’m missing next year but I’m going to make up for it with a few different ones. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unleash The Nade Posted November 6, 2018 Share Posted November 6, 2018 First time out on the road bike for almost 5 weeks today. 50 miles , the last 10 of which felt like I was cycling through treacle 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gnash Posted December 12, 2018 Share Posted December 12, 2018 Went out at the weekend for one final ride of the year and was rewarded with a trip to A+E and 4 stitches in my chin. Bust my helmet as well (save the Kenneth Williams pictures). I'd post the pre stitch photo but would probably have to move it to the Nightshift. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unleash The Nade Posted December 12, 2018 Share Posted December 12, 2018 2 hours ago, Gnash said: Went out at the weekend for one final ride of the year and was rewarded with a trip to A+E and 4 stitches in my chin. Bust my helmet as well (save the Kenneth Williams pictures). I'd post the pre stitch photo but would probably have to move it to the Nightshift. Speedy recovery 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
welshbairn Posted February 1, 2019 Share Posted February 1, 2019 https://twitter.com/Mens_Corner_/status/1089553642733142016 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorlomin Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 I rarely post personal stuff on here but will make an exception for this one. On Friday I had a successful procedure on my heart that corrected my "atrial fibrillation", that is where one of your valves in the heart is misfiring. I had had the condition since November and it meant I kept my cycling down to mere commuting plus a couple of pleasure type rides. The lard on my arse is showing the lack of road miles. Now I can start serious riding again though the advice was to have a quiet, stress free weekend this weekend. So I will start building back up the distance in the coming weeks just in time for spring. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Rubin Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 https://stv.tv/news/highlands-islands/1436031-cyclist-57-dies-in-hospital-after-being-struck-by-car/?fbclid=IwAR0jl-2UuOvvNP1o9GTAIk95KRGRu8hVl0v-zGaEth4zRiA6Dj-SjzIfrtk Bloody Kia drivers. -1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dindeleux Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 https://stv.tv/news/highlands-islands/1436031-cyclist-57-dies-in-hospital-after-being-struck-by-car/?fbclid=IwAR0jl-2UuOvvNP1o9GTAIk95KRGRu8hVl0v-zGaEth4zRiA6Dj-SjzIfrtk Bloody Kia drivers. You’re a creep. 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unleash The Nade Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 1 hour ago, Dindeleux said: You’re a sad , racist , sexist , homophobic , creep. FTFY 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Rubin Posted March 5, 2019 Share Posted March 5, 2019 6 hours ago, Unleash The Nade said: FTFY I was going to report you for that outrageous slant on my character. Given that I've never posted anything or hold views that might be deemed as racist, sexist or homophobic can you explain the origins of your distasteful and disgraceful antics. Your such an angry cyclist. We all deserve to be able to post without the raw, personal anger issues that you're not seeking the help you need about. -2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Unleash The Nade Posted March 6, 2019 Share Posted March 6, 2019 19 hours ago, Billy Rubin said: I was going to report you for that outrageous slant on my character. Given that I've never posted anything or hold views that might be deemed as racist, sexist or homophobic can you explain the origins of your distasteful and disgraceful antics. Your such an angry cyclist. We all deserve to be able to post without the raw, personal anger issues that you're not seeking the help you need about. Do I really need to ? Weren't they the reasons you’ve been banned from here on numerous occasions already @perthshirebell @PB 4.2 Etc etc? Feel free to report me , you deluded simpleton 0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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