FabSwingers.com forum: Should I buy a bicycle?

By *LCC OP Couple
over a year ago

Cambridge

What do you think?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes,I just did,just don't tell Mrs

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By *LCC OP Couple
over a year ago

Cambridge

"Yes,I just did,just don't tell Mrs "

OK, I won’t

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By *ce WingerMan
over a year ago

P.O. Box DE1 0NQ

Nah, get a tandem

www.youtube.com/watch?v=KqNnPrxzm3g

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes. I mean no or yes Ummmm I don't know

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By *iss69Man
over a year ago

Knutsford

Best investment youill ever make save on running costs of a car and get fit at the same time. Halfords have got some decent offers on at the moment and no not on commission.

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By *ficouldMan
over a year ago

a quandary, could you change my mind?

"What do you think?"

Question is what would you use it for if you have to ask the question.

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By *LCC OP Couple
over a year ago

Cambridge

"What do you think?

Question is what would you use it for if you have to ask the question. "

Mainly for cycling I think.

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By *ce WingerMan
over a year ago

P.O. Box DE1 0NQ

"What do you think?

Question is what would you use it for if you have to ask the question.

Mainly for cycling I think."

Only "mainly", you seem somewhat undecided

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Does your work have a cycle to work scheme? If so, buy your stuff that way.

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By *LCC OP Couple
over a year ago

Cambridge

"Does your work have a cycle to work scheme? If so, buy your stuff that way. "

No, I work from home most of the time

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By *LCC OP Couple
over a year ago

Cambridge

"What do you think?

Question is what would you use it for if you have to ask the question.

Mainly for cycling I think.

Only "mainly", you seem somewhat undecided

Well I thought I might use it for going dogging when Im not cycling it

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Before you buy, you must ask yourself 2 questions:

1. what type of cyclist do I want to be ?

2. What type of cyclist am I likely to be ?

Nobody wants to be the chubby middle aged man in lycra or the BoJo looky-likey in a navy suit and hi-vis waistcoat.

I suggest you spend some time observing cyclist and elimate the types you find to be twats.

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By *LCC OP Couple
over a year ago

Cambridge

"Before you buy, you must ask yourself 2 questions:

1. what type of cyclist do I want to be ?

2. What type of cyclist am I likely to be ?

Nobody wants to be the chubby middle aged man in lycra or the BoJo looky-likey in a navy suit and hi-vis waistcoat.

I suggest you spend some time observing cyclist and elimate the types you find to be twats."

I love the line "I suggest you spend some time observing cyclist and elimate the types you find to be twats” You make it sound like I should run them down with my car!

No, it will more be for just popping down the shops which are just that little bit to far to walk to mainly. I work from home and so am stuck in the house all day. If my wife takes the car to work them I’m a little bit stranded. Also I could do with some more exercise.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Before you buy, you must ask yourself 2 questions:

1. what type of cyclist do I want to be ?

2. What type of cyclist am I likely to be ?

Nobody wants to be the chubby middle aged man in lycra or the BoJo looky-likey in a navy suit and hi-vis waistcoat.

I suggest you spend some time observing cyclist and elimate the types you find to be twats.

I love the line "I suggest you spend some time observing cyclist and elimate the types you find to be twats” You make it sound like I should run them down with my car!

Ah well then, here are some options:

The overgrown teenager: for this you will need an emo style hairdo and piercing(s) of your choice, baseball cap (to be worn with the peak offset to one side), tartan shirt worn open over an iron maiden t-shirt, jeans half way down your arse and a pair of converse and a bmx.

The hipster: you will need to dress like a lumberjack with a bushy beard and a moustache thats waxed into a Salvador Dali style, your bike will be a bespoke job made from a recycled shopping trolley, a vintage Italian touring bike frame and your tyres will need to be made from sustainably sourced rubber.

The professor: dress code of t suit, beige shirt, brown brogues and a selection of dapper bowties (be careful though hipsters will try to pinch your bowties) cycling clips will be required to protect your suit trousers, your bike will be a classic English style with whicker basket attached above the front wheel, high brow books to be carried in the basket.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As long as its got an engine yes

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Crawley Down

If you do go to halfords and are looking for a hybrid go for a voodoo, brilliant gear for the price.

Don't go for Boardman bikes, they are awful. In my opinion that is.

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By *obyn GravesTV/TS
over a year ago

1127 walnut avenue

"Does your work have a cycle to work scheme? If so, buy your stuff that way.

No, I work from home most of the time

in that case you could just buy an exercise bike

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I cannot say this often enough DONT GET A BIKE FROM HALFORDS!!!!! No matter what brand you go for, they'll fuck it up when putting it together, find an independent retailer, and my advice is get a Giant, they do some really good hybrid bikes, I'm assuming you're not going for serious downhill racing or off-road, so a road bike would be best.

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By *erbyDalesCplCouple
over a year ago

Derbyshire

Cambridgeshire?

No.

Buy two.

Lovely countryside, few hills, summer just about here, picnics lying together in a quiet field somewhere, perfick.

(Buy hybrids)

I bought a bike as we were leaving Bristol since I reckoned nowhere could be more hilly. We moved to Derbyshire and live halfway up Mount Everest

But we have some amazing cycle routes: they're currently extending the Monsal Trail into Matlock.

Mr ddc

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By *ali 69Man
over a year ago

jersey

Yes , brilliant for cardio and since I've got mine I've gone from a 32" waist to a 30" waist . I have cycled 18 miles round trip to meets so I guess you could call me " Feels on Wheels " .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've been thinking the same so if you find a BOGOF offer feel free to send the freebie my way

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By *riskynriskyCouple
over a year ago

Essex.

"If you do go to halfords and are looking for a hybrid go for a voodoo, brilliant gear for the price.

Don't go for Boardman bikes, they are awful. In my opinion that is."

I have a Voodoo Bizango, brilliant bike. It always does really well in reviews against far more expensive bikes...

Try before you buy and Google any bike for reviews before you buy...

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By *riskynriskyCouple
over a year ago

Essex.

"I cannot say this often enough DONT GET A BIKE FROM HALFORDS!!!!! No matter what brand you go for, they'll fuck it up when putting it together, find an independent retailer, and my advice is get a Giant, they do some really good hybrid bikes, I'm assuming you're not going for serious downhill racing or off-road, so a road bike would be best.

The Voodoo range from Halford are excellent bikes. However I would take the bike to an independent to get it set up. I have had no problems with mine but it's luck of the draw...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

ive just bought a second bike - i intend to be a fairweather to work cyclist

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The Voodoo range from Halford are excellent bikes. However I would take the bike to an independent to get it set up. I have had no problems with mine but it's luck of the draw..."

never had a problem with halfords bikes - always got the kids stuff fro there right up to adult bikes -

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes, definitely. Get a midrange hybrid to start with and see how you get on. You can always upgrade if you get the bug! I now have five...well you wouldn't have just one pair of shoes would you?! But steer clear of razor sharp saddles....just saying...

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By *exsibonCouple
over a year ago

Winchester and Brussels

Oh definitely. I have two Cubes, a road bike and a hybrid and love them both. Always return from a ride with a smile on my face and feel so much better for the exercise. Both of us also go out riding so encourage your other half to get one as well. I don't think you'll regret it. Good luck!

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By *erbyDalesCplCouple
over a year ago

Derbyshire

"never had a problem with halfords bikes - always got the kids stuff fro there right up to adult bikes - "

Just chat to the staff, some have knowledgeable, experienced, dedicated staff, while some do have a school kid on Saturdays who 'helps' putting the bikes together. We've always bought ours mid-week, and never had a problem.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes .. Cambridge is the land of the bicycle

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

The Voodoo range from Halford are excellent bikes. However I would take the bike to an independent to get it set up. I have had no problems with mine but it's luck of the draw..."

Got my son a voodoo for Xmas which had come from halfords (I bought it from a guy who got it from there but never used it), the handlebars where loose and the gears weren't set properly, oh the the front wheel hadn't been put on straight

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Try your independent local bike shop, you'll get good advice on what bike will best suit your needs. Give the big chain shops like Halfords and Evans a miss they only want your money.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"What do you think?"

Yes, I started cycling to work 3 years ago, Ive lost 4 stone, feel fantastic and get lots more meets on here because of it. So do it. Dont waste your money on a flash carbon bike, get a good quality aluminium.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Before you buy, you must ask yourself 2 questions:

1. what type of cyclist do I want to be ?

2. What type of cyclist am I likely to be ?

Nobody wants to be the chubby middle aged man in lycra or the BoJo looky-likey in a navy suit and hi-vis waistcoat.

I suggest you spend some time observing cyclist and elimate the types you find to be twats.

I love the line "I suggest you spend some time observing cyclist and elimate the types you find to be twats” You make it sound like I should run them down with my car!

Ah well then, here are some options:

You forgot the junkie. Eyes bulging, sweating profusely, kappa trackie top, slazenger trackie bottoms tucked into socks, a pair of Nike air, the type of bike doesn't really matter as long as it's stolen

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By *odareyouMan
over a year ago

not far from iceland,,,,,, tescos is nearer though :-) (near leeds)

"Before you buy, you must ask yourself 2 questions:

1. what type of cyclist do I want to be ?

2. What type of cyclist am I likely to be ?

Nobody wants to be the chubby middle aged man in lycra or the BoJo looky-likey in a navy suit and hi-vis waistcoat.

I suggest you spend some time observing cyclist and elimate the types you find to be twats.

I love the line "I suggest you spend some time observing cyclist and elimate the types you find to be twats” You make it sound like I should run them down with my car!

How often will you use it.? If you buy a gym membership it's worthless unless you use it same for the bike.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm selling one ...

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

If you're buying new spend at least £250,anything less than that and you'll spend the difference in repairs in the first year if you ride the bike regularly.

As I work for an independent bike shop I'm going to be biased against Halfords and I have seen some of the horror stories with my own eyes.

If you're just going to the shops and back a hybrid will be fine, some of them come with a rack as standard which can be useful for carrying things.

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By *dd269Man
over a year ago

Clee

I guess you're not joining the Tour de Yorkshire peloton. So don't be tempted to buy a typical UK-made modern bike with hard saddles & drop handlebars.

Drop handlebars cause your arse to stick up in the air and puts an unbearable weight on your arms.

Suggest you buy a Dutch made sit-up-and beg type bike. The dutch know more than anyone in Europe about cycling, and there are guys on ebay who buy good quality secondhand Dutch cucles and ship them to UK by the container-load.

Or you could catch a ferry to Rotterdam and go buy one over there - great idea for a relaxing weekend.

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By *rnortholtMan
over a year ago

Lowestoft

"I guess you're not joining the Tour de Yorkshire peloton. So don't be tempted to buy a typical UK-made modern bike with hard saddles & drop handlebars.

Drop handlebars cause your arse to stick up in the air and puts an unbearable weight on your arms.

Or you could catch a ferry to Rotterdam and go buy one over there - great idea for a relaxing weekend.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I got mine half price from halfords ten years ago and just found out that the brake cables where incorrectly routed. Works much better now!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"What do you think?"

Always yes.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes get a decent road cycle. especially where you live, not a hill to be seen!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I cycle 25 miles a day to and from work. It seems that regular cyclists have the fitness level of someone ten years younger. Oh yes laydeez..haha!

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