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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Seeing as the other thread got closed, as it was too big

Rode a 'hilly 50' on Sunday, someones Garmin reported over 3,500 foot of climbing

Not bad!, & still on winter bike too, as roads wet in places

Keeping good bike(s) for definately dry weather

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By *luemelonMan
over a year ago

Stourbridge

Sounds like a decent ride.

Seriously need to get out more, just invested in a turbo so at least I can keep the legs spinning.

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

A few decent ones out there

I gave mine away, but it was a basic model, & just went out instead

We have a treadmill, but l can't run on it, too 'artificial', got to be on real surfaces!

On leave week after next (comm 6th), so hope to get some decent rides in - sadly doubt there'll be any naughty kind of rides with a TV though

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Had to work yesterday, so no decent ride out

Ran there instead

Working today, so no ride again, only the one to work

In fact, l' m leaving house in about 15 minutes

Hope to be out Thursday/Friday

(might ride up to Quest-Leeds on Thursday, for the t-girl afternoon)

Anyone off work, & want to ride Friday?

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

120 mile in the Essex lanes yesterday, nice little ride. Love riding to new places and unknown roads in a group.

Not about KOM or any segments, just riding with your mates and managing the pace to suit everyone

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale

102 miles / 8305ft of climbing on Saturday - quite a lumpy route!

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

"just" a sixty miler for me yesterday which included down to Weston super Mare sea front.

My third 55+ mile ride since Tuesday though so I don't feel too lazy and it was a fastest time which I take semi-serious as I ride quite briskly when I go solo but I don't knock myself out.

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By *obyn GravesTV/TS
over a year ago

1127 walnut avenue

111 for me yesterday Kent and Sussex took near on 11 hours but I'm never in any rush unlike the mamil,s that are constantly overtaking me..

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By *atcoupleCouple
over a year ago

Suffolk - East Anglia

You guys put me to shame.

I thought a 25 mile ride I was doing really well but the distances mentioned above....phew. Well done.

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

I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny

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


"I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny"

Do get some padded cycling bin shorts, the dub ones from Wiggle are very good. You will notice a much better cycling experience with good bib shorts. Make sure you don't wear anything else under the shorts tho!

I started out on a 20miler 3 years back, build your self up slowly as you get fitter and better.

Good luck

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


"I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny

Do get some padded cycling bin shorts, the dub ones from Wiggle are very good. You will notice a much better cycling experience with good bib shorts. Make sure you don't wear anything else under the shorts tho!

I started out on a 20miler 3 years back, build your self up slowly as you get fitter and better.

Good luck"

I never wear underwear. Just me and my chamois

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

Does anyone actually wear underwear under their bibs??

Though I must admit I do always carry out a VPL check as I ride up behind the lady cyclists..

As a result of my selfless work I can confirm their are a small minority but not many.

I'm going to allow someone else the pleasure of surveying the male cyclists! I

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale


"I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny"

Those ISM saddles look rather interesting, may have to try one out.

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


"I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny

Those ISM saddles look rather interesting, may have to try one out."

How would the ISM compare to the wtb saddles as I've just got one for the mtb but still leaves some tender spots

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Have agreed to do a 30 mile bike rude in memory of a friend who passed away recently...just need to get a bike now lol

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


"I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny

Those ISM saddles look rather interesting, may have to try one out.

How would the ISM compare to the wtb saddles as I've just got one for the mtb but still leaves some tender spots "

The ISM saddles are.designed so the don't cause any soft tissue friction. They seem strange to sit on at first. But believe me,they work x

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By *ervent_fervourMan
over a year ago

Halifax

You lot are putting me to shame!

Will attempt a ride round the block this week. Although the last 'round the block' left me seventy miles from home and having to almost sprint for fifteen minutes to get to the nearest train station before sunset. oops.

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


"I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny

Those ISM saddles look rather interesting, may have to try one out.

How would the ISM compare to the wtb saddles as I've just got one for the mtb but still leaves some tender spots

The ISM saddles are.designed so the don't cause any soft tissue friction. They seem strange to sit on at first. But believe me,they work x"

Ooooh I see what you mean, very precuiler indeed. Look like some kind of dungeon torture device

Is it worth trying one before ordering online ? As like most saddles the fit can be awkward to get right.

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


"I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny

Those ISM saddles look rather interesting, may have to try one out.

How would the ISM compare to the wtb saddles as I've just got one for the mtb but still leaves some tender spots

The ISM saddles are.designed so the don't cause any soft tissue friction. They seem strange to sit on at first. But believe me,they work x

Ooooh I see what you mean, very precuiler indeed. Look like some kind of dungeon torture device

Is it worth trying one before ordering online ? As like most saddles the fit can be awkward to get right. "

I didn't try before I bought. I bought the touring saddle (£40 off ebay) like I said,worth every penny x

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

102miles this morning, through Devon and Cornwall. Nice day for it too.

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

I feel shamed by some of these mileages! I've managed around 400 this month bit almost all of them were conmuting

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

Im a Mountain Biker. Absolutely love the sport. Frequent the Peaks, Dalby, Hamsterley, sherwood regularly

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By *ophieslutTV/TS
over a year ago

Central

Slow puncture on new bike

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny

Those ISM saddles look rather interesting, may have to try one out."

I use the old style (1990) pattern Selle-Italia 'Flite' on 4 of my bikes; the Ridley, both Ribbles, & the cyclo-cross bike

In fact, one is an original from 1994, that's passed from bike to bike, & l still consider it the most comfortable saddle that l've used/tried


"102 miles / 8305ft of climbing on Saturday - quite a lumpy route!

"

Chapeau!! My friend!!!

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale


"I (Michelle) did 50 mile yesterday.

Usually vey saddle sore but invested in a ISM saddle. Worth every penny

Those ISM saddles look rather interesting, may have to try one out.

I use the old style (1990) pattern Selle-Italia 'Flite' on 4 of my bikes; the Ridley, both Ribbles, & the cyclo-cross bike

In fact, one is an original from 1994, that's passed from bike to bike, & l still consider it the most comfortable saddle that l've used/tried

102 miles / 8305ft of climbing on Saturday - quite a lumpy route!

Chapeau!! My friend!!!"

Only problem is, as I have a form of Muscular Dystrophy called CMT, a century ride leaves me wiped out for the next day or two.

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

I think you've mentioned that to me before (poss in PM)

I take my hat (helmet?) off to you

xxx

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

Also try a good quality chamois cream..i use assos and never have any chaffing

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale


"I think you've mentioned that to me before (poss in PM)

I take my hat (helmet?) off to you

xxx"

To be fair, I don't have it particularly badly. I just need more recovery time than most people. Cycling is ideal exercise for me as its low impact - I can't physically run 10yards, wish I could as it would be a lot cheaper!

Now considering treating myself to a power meter - more techy gimmickry!

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

ok, i have a bike now but its rust and old.....is it easy to fix up myself or am i best chucking it in halfords for a week or so?

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

Quality cycle...i live in the lake district and every where you go there is a massive hill to cycle up

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

I use SMP saddle on my road bike and 29 er mountain bike. Managed 56 k today on first road ride.

Any one bee doing the suffer fests at DL gym. Have really helped me improve.

Mrs Kiss ( just me the chamois and a little udder butter )

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale


"ok, i have a bike now but its rust and old.....is it easy to fix up myself or am i best chucking it in halfords for a week or so?"

Hard to say without seeing it, but just like cars, there comes a point where its more cost effective to buy a new one.

Parts are expensive & labour even more so.

Unless you know someone who would fix it up for you?

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

Halfords is cheaper than Evans cycles.

Get yourself a repair book and see if you can do it yourself.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"ok, i have a bike now but its rust and old.....is it easy to fix up myself or am i best chucking it in halfords for a week or so?

Hard to say without seeing it, but just like cars, there comes a point where its more cost effective to buy a new one.

Parts are expensive & labour even more so.

Unless you know someone who would fix it up for you?"

might ask dad's cycles to have a look at it after his holidays lol

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale

If you were closer I'd happily take a look - I like fettling bikes

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By *edDwarf2000Man
over a year ago

witham st hughes

I use a ism too as do some of the girls on the team I DS for. Fantastic saddles

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

I had an old sdg bel air saddle on my trek hybrid bike I use to ride around town on and it was the most comfortable saddle I've ever owned by far but I used it to distruction.

I'm currently using a selle on trek and prologo saddles on my road bikes which even with padded bibs aren't as comfy as my old sdg.

Only reason I didn't buy a new sdg straight off was because I was given the selle but I'll be buying one for the trek next week and possibly even one for another of my bikes.

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


"I had an old sdg bel air saddle on my trek hybrid bike I use to ride around town on and it was the most comfortable saddle I've ever owned by far but I used it to distruction.

I'm currently using a selle on trek and prologo saddles on my road bikes which even with padded bibs aren't as comfy as my old sdg.

Only reason I didn't buy a new sdg straight off was because I was given the selle but I'll be buying one for the trek next week and possibly even one for another of my bikes.

"

I feel as though its more.uncomfortable for a woman. Saddle comfort is paramount

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Hope to be out tomorrow & Friday

Anyone wanting to join me in Leeds/Wakefield area??

Plus, possibly out this evening, with one of the local clubs, on its chaingang?

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale

Getting up early has its benefits, out by 8am, 60 miles and 4500ft of ascent & home by half twelve

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

Anyone riding in lincolnshire

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"Getting up early has its benefits, out by 8am, 60 miles and 4500ft of ascent & home by half twelve "

Lucky you!!

Had things to do this AM, so hoping to get out for 2-3 hours shortly

Mindst you, off work all next week, so should be out every day - whatever the weather

Then, Leeds next weekend to watch the run & ride of the ITU Triathlon

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

Went and watched the London Nocturned last night, thge supporting track bike critirium was possibly the craziest race I have ever seen. Amazing bike handling skills

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

Decided that as I've been really going for it lately and out at pretty much every opportunity multiple times a week for 50-60 mile brisk road rides that today was gonna be a day off.

So I spent the afternoon shining in the park and eating Mr. Whippy.

As nice and relaxing it was...I sorta still wish I'd gone out early as normal before slacking off for the afternoon.

Legs were suffering midweek though so I guess they'll benefit from a bit of kinder treatment when I jump back in the saddle.

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale


"Decided that as I've been really going for it lately and out at pretty much every opportunity multiple times a week for 50-60 mile brisk road rides that today was gonna be a day off.

So I spent the afternoon shining in the park and eating Mr. Whippy.

As nice and relaxing it was...I sorta still wish I'd gone out early as normal before slacking off for the afternoon.

Legs were suffering midweek though so I guess they'll benefit from a bit of kinder treatment when I jump back in the saddle."

This.

Sometimes we can get way too obsessive about our hobby, always looking for those new PB's on Strava or notching up those miles we 'need' each week.

Your body needs time to recover (as ive found out) and you occasionally need to reset your head.

Off to the Boot Beer Festival in the Lakes this weekend without any bikes (a first for me) to relax.

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Did anyone watch the CiCLE coverage on the Bike Channel on Sunday

What a fantastic race!, this should be world ranked & have all the big teams

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

Did the Tour of Cambridge on Sunday, can recommend it to anyone. A flat, fast 80 mile on closed roads

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Sadly no 'fun' whilst out last week

Even with requests on 2 other sites

Oh well!!

Riding up to Leeds this afternoon, to watch the Triathlon (elite women at 13:00)

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By *edDwarf2000Man
over a year ago

witham st hughes

Have you seen the Red Hook Crits?

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"Have you seen the Red Hook Crits?"

Seen pics & films

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


"Have you seen the Red Hook Crits?"

Saw the track bike crit in London last week which is the same thing but without the branding

In 44 years of cycling it was the scariest but also one of the most exciting races I;ve eve seen

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Well done Lizzie!!!!

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale

Nice spin through Three Counties today, Cheshire,Staffordshire and Shropshire. 94 miles and two huge Staffordshire oatcakes :D

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Not sure if you've seen the results of the National Championships, Sarah, but the mens was good!!

Not seen Womens yet, even though l know result

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By *arlingCoupleCouple
over a year ago

fareham

Managed 1200 miles shofar this year, that's good for me and already more then last year. Biggest ride so fat was 97 miles, but got some bigger ones planned

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By *mojeeCouple
over a year ago

Dunfermline

I'm looking forward to picking up my bike this week. Orbea avant not the most expensive bike in the world but at 700 sheets that's enough for me to pay out. It's on cycle scheme so can pay it monthly. I've not ridden for the past 4 years but so looking forward to heading out and about again and trying to get up to about 100 miles a week just to keep the weight off and so I can exercise without impact on my joint .

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"Not sure if you've seen the results of the National Championships, Sarah, but the mens was good!!

Not seen Womens yet, even though l know result"

That was smart of me - not!!!

Was tired when l wrote that, as it was highlights of last years races

Just watching the Womens race recorded from earlier

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By *ervent_fervourMan
over a year ago

Halifax

What's the fastest speed anyone's recorded going downhill?

Tailgating or slipstreaming doesn't count.

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"What's the fastest speed anyone's recorded going downhill?

Tailgating or slipstreaming doesn't count."

56MPH

descending, Otley Chevin

It's over 3/4 mile at circa 1-in- 10 (as an average)

This was a few years ago, when surface was better (& l was braver)

Measured with an Acocet 40 (if anyone remembers those?)

Far more accurate than any GPS, as they were set to wheel/tyre size ( to a couple of inches per mile)

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


"What's the fastest speed anyone's recorded going downhill?

Tailgating or slipstreaming doesn't count."

There's a descent out of Brum on the Hagley road where I used to nudge 50mph. Straight dual carriageway so was safe to let rip and other roads around Hagley far more technical descents I was doing not much slower

All time fastest was a descent in tbe cotswolds, didn't have a comiter on but those of the group that did all reported 55+

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

54mph I was told by neutral car driver coming off Malvern going down towards Eastnor castle .. Mechanical and chasing back on .. Scary .. Damp roads

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

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By *appyman3943Man
over a year ago

Aberdeen

A nice cycling swing group would be fun! Would certainly take the mind off the miles!

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

Since I've been recording my rides using a Garmin edge 1000 the fastest has been 48mph going down the back of Ashton court in Bristol.

My mate whose somewhere around three stone heavier than me was way ahead of me and doing at least 54-55.. The fastest he's ever done.

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

There's a Strava verified report of a T de F rider (can't remember which one) hitting 80MPH on Pyrenean descent, in this years tour!!!!!

Digressing;

Should be out & about, in the morning, on the bike

Anyone?

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By *ervent_fervourMan
over a year ago

Halifax

Wow. I can imagine 70.

But 80...?

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale

Rode 84 miles around the Northeastern Dales last Sunday - only 7100+ft of climbing!

Took in the ascent of Buttertubs which was quite nice, rode along Coverdale into the teeth of a 20mph wind and then hit the 25%+ incline over to Kettlewell - that broke me I can tell you!

Hard work walking in roadie shoes..

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

Anyone else taking part in the great Weston ride in the morning??

My first time taking part tomorrow and looking forward to it as a fun ride rather my normal Sunday morning training routine.

Really pleased to say I much exceeded my hopes in terms of sponsorship in aid of prostate cancer so I'm pretty chuffed with that.

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By *etitesaraTV/TS
over a year ago

rochdale

Just a little local pootle today. Was supposed to be a light 30 miles but it turned into 52 miles in 3hrs 17min.

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By *obyn GravesTV/TS
over a year ago

1127 walnut avenue

hadn't been out for over a fortnight so just a forty miler today to blow the cob webs out..

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

Did my charity great Weston ride earlier and rode back from Weston for a grand total of 94.3 miles.

I'm amazed how fresh I actually feel to the point that I'm getting ideas already

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Excellent

Well done

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"There's a Strava verified report of a T de F rider (can't remember which one) hitting 80MPH on Pyrenean descent, in this years tour!!!!!

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The report was in this weeks 'Cycling Weekly'

Marcus Berkhadt(spelling??), of BMC, on stage 9

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Out with one of the local Clubs this morning

Circa 4 hours, we were around the north of Doncaster, but even though it's fairly flat, someone measured 1,200 foot of ascent over the distance!!

Was nice to use the new bike too, last time l was out with them, l was in my work-bike

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

Roxy is a keen cyclist, regular 60-80+ mile rides. Must say the Lycra is quite mmm.........

Shaved legs too!!

L

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"Roxy is a keen cyclist, regular 60-80+ mile rides. Must say the Lycra is quite mmm.........

Shaved legs too!!

L "

Any pics?

Not in the lycra on the bike, but in 'frillies' on the bike? (Even if taken in garage, not outdoors)

Had most of the week off, managed 4+ hour rides 4 of the 5 days (back to work this PM)

A ParkRun first though!

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Drags thread, kicking & screaming, into the present day.....

Have you all packed up now, till the Spring?

How many are still riding?

I've commuter-rode 3 times this week, ran the other 2 shifts

Heading out, in about 30 minutes, for a ride

Should be out riding the back-lanes tomorrow, as l'm on leave for the day - as the reason for leave was cancelled, so going to enjoy the bike instead!!

Sadly, not with company, or 'finding' company

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Had about 2 hours, in the rain, yesterday

Fairly warm work though

Off out again, about 10:30

Hope to get about 4 hours - all being well

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

Barely touched my nuke in weeks as been ill and marathon training.

Back on it soon, doing my first duathlon early next year

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

I'm now on the turbo trainer as I'm a bit of a fair weather cyclist. I hate the turbo with a passion but that and the gym mean hitting the road in spring isn't as hard.

Signed up for a few big events next year including Vattenrunden in Sweden and the Revolve 24 hour at Brands Hatch

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

No way

Ride straight thru ( maybe some MTB )

Wet days indoors ..

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

I did 26K round the reds and blacks of Coed Y Brenin today

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over a year ago


"I did 26K round the reds and blacks of Coed Y Brenin today "

Mucho respect

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

I bought a nice bicycle on Sunday.

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over a year ago


"I did 26K round the reds and blacks of Coed Y Brenin today

Mucho respect "

First time visit and very impressed The hot tub sesh on returning to the lodge was just the ticket! Looking forward to the trails at Llandegla on Thursday.

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Just short of that time

Down through Calder Grove, up Bull Cliffe, over Midgley roundabout, down into Clayton West/Scissett

Through Denby Dale, up the long drag to 'Sovereign Crossroads'

Over into New Mills

Into Holmfirth

Long drag to, & climb of HolmeMoss

Left at the bottom, onto Woodhead Pass (A629)

Back into Penistone

Follow into Barnsley (with a quiet section, going via Oxspring)

Back to Wakefield, via A61

Very much a constant effort ride, & a sharp headwind at points (top of Woodhead was very windy!!!)


"I bought a nice bicycle on Sunday. "

Go on, tell us

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

I do 28 miles daily for my commute, pretty flat running, only a few small gradients.

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


"Just short of that time

Down through Calder Grove, up Bull Cliffe, over Midgley roundabout, down into Clayton West/Scissett

Through Denby Dale, up the long drag to 'Sovereign Crossroads'

Over into New Mills

Into Holmfirth

Long drag to, & climb of HolmeMoss

Left at the bottom, onto Woodhead Pass (A629)

Back into Penistone

Follow into Barnsley (with a quiet section, going via Oxspring)

Back to Wakefield, via A61

Very much a constant effort ride, & a sharp headwind at points (top of Woodhead was very windy!!!)

I bought a nice bicycle on Sunday.

Go on, tell us"

An eBay bargain. Focus Black forest lite. 29er

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


"Just short of that time

Down through Calder Grove, up Bull Cliffe, over Midgley roundabout, down into Clayton West/Scissett

Through Denby Dale, up the long drag to 'Sovereign Crossroads'

Over into New Mills

Into Holmfirth

Long drag to, & climb of HolmeMoss

Left at the bottom, onto Woodhead Pass (A629)

Back into Penistone

Follow into Barnsley (with a quiet section, going via Oxspring)

Back to Wakefield, via A61

Very much a constant effort ride, & a sharp headwind at points (top of Woodhead was very windy!!!)

I bought a nice bicycle on Sunday.

Go on, tell us

An eBay bargain. Focus Black forest lite. 29er"

Nice

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Cold, damp, hilly ride yesterday

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

Anyone use the strava app

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By *rivate auditionsMan
over a year ago

West Midlands

Just getting over a cold so it was a gentle canal side ride on my cyclo cross bike yesterday,was bloody cold though & the canal was frozen over!,quite a few fishermen out who had to break the ice in order to cast out.

on my return after riding outbound for just over an hour i caught 3 others on mountain bikes then as we got to a squeeze point at a lock a group of 14 on mountain bikes caught us so it was one hell of a line up back!,dont think the fishermen were pleased as the line thundered by!.

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

I have bad knee at moment so taking some time off and swimming. Bike will prob go on turbo soon and mtb will be coming out to play.

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over a year ago


"Anyone use the strava app"

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By *rivate auditionsMan
over a year ago

West Midlands


"Anyone use the strava app

"

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


"Anyone use the strava app

"

Would you like to follow me on there?

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"Anyone use the strava app"

Not personally, when l'm on the bike, my most complex electronic device is my watch

Tried Dl2, interesting, but happy on cabled Ultegra 11, on my best bike

Of those l know, who use Strava, be it on bike (or running) some almost obsess over it

Their time on the bike is about beating someone, to try & claim a segment

Conversely, I also know riders who do use it as a training supplement, but they are generally quite decent standard triathletes

Riding home, earlier this week in the fog was interesting, & added another dimension to it

Aural acuity becomes more important than normal, how the hell people ride with headphones is beyond me!!!

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Anyone else riding through the winter, or out on Sunday, who's local(ish) to me?

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Out of interest

Is anyone heading out to watch the 'Yorkshire Tour' this weekend

If so, where?

I should be in Tadcaster for the Womens start

Tadcaster, or Wetherby, for the men

Sunday, undecided yet?

Working this afternoon, do no travelling up to the Moors

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By *wo4FemCouple
over a year ago

Birmingham

Wow you people sure put some mileage in on your bike rides. We average about 15 miles when we go for ride on our bikes. It's good exercise though.

Mr2

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Yes, plenty of miles when feasible

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

Doing break the cycle this year in Bristol rugby to bath rugby , bath to Gloucester rugby ground kingsholm so should be good

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

Well a winter on the turbo has paid off, 3x 40 mile rides over the last 3 weeks all 18+ mph averages so I'm very happy.

I trained to the CTXC videos on you tube. Will start increasing my long rides now by 5 miles a ride.

Mr

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"Well a winter on the turbo has paid off, 3x 40 mile rides over the last 3 weeks all 18+ mph averages so I'm very happy.

I trained to the CTXC videos on you tube. Will start increasing my long rides now by 5 miles a ride.

Mr "

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over a year ago


"Doing break the cycle this year in Bristol rugby to bath rugby , bath to Gloucester rugby ground kingsholm so should be good "

Can't believe I've never heard of this ride.. It looks a good day out.

I've already started fundraising for a ride in July otherwise I'd do it for this one for a change.

Tho I am contemplating just paying the entry and doing the ride for the fun of it if I get the chance.

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

I did break the cycle a few years back. Great day out but hard work. I can't stress enough that you need to put the hour in training. 50 in my limit at the moment.

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over a year ago

I've got a duathlon tomorrow, first time I've ridden competitively for a while and am hideously under=prepared. old habits die hard though, just about to take a razor to my legs!

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

If anyone wants a ride in north Bristol area then message me.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Just did a solid 1.3 miles round the village on a knackered old bike that's been in the garden for years..... Brakes are the order of the day tomorrow, although it was fun being a kid again and using my feet to slow down going down hill haha

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"I've got a duathlon tomorrow, first time I've ridden competitively for a while and am hideously under=prepared. old habits die hard though, just about to take a razor to my legs!"

Ahhhh you could let your partner wax them! Why deny her some fun?!

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

Fred Whitton next weekend. So not ready for it!

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over a year ago

I've just bought a new Giant bike as want to get really fit. I think it may take me a while before I get to wear the Yellow Jersey though

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over a year ago


"I've just bought a new Giant bike as want to get really fit. I think it may take me a while before I get to wear the Yellow Jersey though "

You can buy them online. Just make sure you get the full zip version and go a size too small

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"I've just bought a new Giant bike as want to get really fit. I think it may take me a while before I get to wear the Yellow Jersey though "

Good training on the old 303 hill.

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over a year ago


"Just did a solid 1.3 miles round the village on a knackered old bike that's been in the garden for years..... Brakes are the order of the day tomorrow, although it was fun being a kid again and using my feet to slow down going down hill haha "

Aah, someone in our class. I was very proud of my 7.5 miles today - until I read this thread. Still, the longest journey starts with a small step.

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over a year ago


"I've just bought a new Giant bike as want to get really fit. I think it may take me a while before I get to wear the Yellow Jersey though

Good training on the old 303 hill. "

Bloody hell Clem, I'll need a tractor to pull me up there

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over a year ago


"I've just bought a new Giant bike as want to get really fit. I think it may take me a while before I get to wear the Yellow Jersey though

You can buy them online. Just make sure you get the full zip version and go a size too small "

I want to earn my shirt, not buy it, that's cheating

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"Just did a solid 1.3 miles round the village on a knackered old bike that's been in the garden for years..... Brakes are the order of the day tomorrow, although it was fun being a kid again and using my feet to slow down going down hill haha

Aah, someone in our class. I was very proud of my 7.5 miles today - until I read this thread. Still, the longest journey starts with a small step. "

It does indeed, we 'were all there' at some point

Greg LeMond famously once said

"It doesn't hurt less, you just go faster (& further)"

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Think l'm heading over to Bradford (maybe Queensbury) for todays stage

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


"I've just bought a new Giant bike as want to get really fit. I think it may take me a while before I get to wear the Yellow Jersey though

You can buy them online. Just make sure you get the full zip version and go a size too small

I want to earn my shirt, not buy it, that's cheating "

Ha if I were you I'd go for the Giro d'Italia. You'd look much better in pink.

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"Fred Whitton next weekend. So not ready for it! "

You brave lad!!!!!

Why not stop part-way, on your journey back home, & try the 'Hell Of The Worth' as a warm-down

Google it....

Lots of climbs, lots of cobbles

Tour de Yorkshire goes over one of 'H o t W' hills today (Shibden Wall)

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"Just did a solid 1.3 miles round the village on a knackered old bike that's been in the garden for years..... Brakes are the order of the day tomorrow, although it was fun being a kid again and using my feet to slow down going down hill haha

Aah, someone in our class. I was very proud of my 7.5 miles today - until I read this thread. Still, the longest journey starts with a small step. "

Most of my rides are 10 miles as its a nice route from my place. Just go as fast as you can everytime you do it.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Just fitted new brake cases to the clapped out mountain bike that's been a rusting in the garden for years! Bit manky looking but until I start getting in to it there is no point shelling out for a new one.

My friend and I want to take part in a special bike ride next year so starting training now. My arse hurts already from just 1.3 miles yesterday

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Cables

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


"Cables "

Your bum gets used to the use of different muscles, quite quickly.

Make sure you're setup (position) as well as possible.

Other point to consider, is that female specific saddles, are short in point - wider in width, for pelvic structure, differences.

Male saddles, are long and usually narrower.

Changing saddle for one specific to you, can be one of the best investments, before you damage your foof !

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


"Just did a solid 1.3 miles round the village on a knackered old bike that's been in the garden for years..... Brakes are the order of the day tomorrow, although it was fun being a kid again and using my feet to slow down going down hill haha

Aah, someone in our class. I was very proud of my 7.5 miles today - until I read this thread. Still, the longest journey starts with a small step.

Most of my rides are 10 miles as its a nice route from my place. Just go as fast as you can everytime you do it. "

13.75 today. Love the Greg Lemond quote.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

What are good starting distances to try out and track?

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By *eliciousladyWoman
over a year ago

Sometimes U.K


"

Changing saddle for one specific to you, can be one of the best investments, before you damage your foof ! "

and us ladies wouldn't want that by choice

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By *wo4FemCouple
over a year ago

Birmingham

Have to have a ride out on my bike now that i've replaced the rear draillieur. Get myself some fresh air and exercise.

Mr2

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"Just fitted new brake cases to the clapped out mountain bike that's been a rusting in the garden for years! Bit manky looking but until I start getting in to it there is no point shelling out for a new one.

My friend and I want to take part in a special bike ride next year so starting training now. My arse hurts already from just 1.3 miles yesterday "

Arse pain is the worst! But it does get better, sometimes it can be about position, make sure your saddle is high enough. So your wait is supported on feet, bum and arms.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"What are good starting distances to try out and track? "

Start at 5. Go from there. Use strava.

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over a year ago

i was lucky enough to test out some E bike prototypes the other day. amazing! managed to get up to 40mph. overtaking cars and everything.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"What are good starting distances to try out and track?

Start at 5. Go from there. Use strava."

Miles or km?

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"What are good starting distances to try out and track?

Start at 5. Go from there. Use strava.

Miles or km? "

This ain't Europe...

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"i was lucky enough to test out some E bike prototypes the other day. amazing! managed to get up to 40mph. overtaking cars and everything."

Speeding isn't big or clever.

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over a year ago


"i was lucky enough to test out some E bike prototypes the other day. amazing! managed to get up to 40mph. overtaking cars and everything.

Speeding isn't big or clever. "

who said it was?

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"i was lucky enough to test out some E bike prototypes the other day. amazing! managed to get up to 40mph. overtaking cars and everything.

Speeding isn't big or clever.

who said it was?"

Well... You did. Unless you were riding a motorcycle in a limit of at least 40mph where there were "cars and everything" traveling far below the legal limit.

Here's the e- bike rules from www.gov.uk/electric-bike-rules

Notice how it says the motor can not assist you over 15.5mph..

In Great Britain, if you’re 14 or over you don’t need a licence to ride electric bikes that meet certain requirements, and they don’t need to be registered, taxed or insured.

Electric bikes meeting the requirements are called ‘electrically assisted pedal cycles’ (EAPCs). They can have two or more wheels (for example, bicycles or tricycles).

EAPC requirements

The requirements are:

the bike must have pedals that can be used to propel it

the electric motor shouldn’t be able to propel the bike when it’s travelling more than 15.5mph

the motor shouldn’t have a maximum power output of more than 250 watts

It must also display one item from each of the following:

the power output or manufacturer of the motor

the battery’s voltage or maximum speed of the bike

Where you can ride an EAPC

If a bike meets the EAPC requirements it’s classed as a normal pedal bike. This means you can ride it on cycle paths and anywhere else pedal bikes are allowed.

Other kinds of electric bike

Any electric bike that doesn’t meet the EAPC rules needs to be registered and taxed. You’ll need a driving licence to ride one and you must wear a crash helmet.

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Anyone out/about tomorrow?

I should be around the area, drawn by an imaginary

Triangle between Wakefield, Barnsley & Huddersfield

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Well.... I went out on Thursday and did just over six miles in just under 38 minutes and discovered I live on a mountain (a baby 72ft high one lol)

Butt kind of sore today but felt good. Been out and bought some nappy shorts today ready for my next ride

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over a year ago


"i was lucky enough to test out some E bike prototypes the other day. amazing! managed to get up to 40mph. overtaking cars and everything."

Are you sure you aren't confusing e-bike and moped?

No ebikes have that sort of power

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham


"i was lucky enough to test out some E bike prototypes the other day. amazing! managed to get up to 40mph. overtaking cars and everything.

Are you sure you aren't confusing e-bike and moped?

No ebikes have that sort of power"

I have heard some do, but you have to tweak them. Then that invalidates your warranty.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"i was lucky enough to test out some E bike prototypes the other day. amazing! managed to get up to 40mph. overtaking cars and everything.

Are you sure you aren't confusing e-bike and moped?

No ebikes have that sort of power

I have heard some do, but you have to tweak them. Then that invalidates your warranty."

And your driving licence.

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

I have completed 2 full ironman events in a very respectable time and I can safely say I hate cycling

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over a year ago


"i was lucky enough to test out some E bike prototypes the other day. amazing! managed to get up to 40mph. overtaking cars and everything.

Speeding isn't big or clever. "

I disagree, it's very cool and gets all the girls... have you not seen fast and furious 1-32.

I've got a nice super six evo I got 62 down a hill in liverpool both my Strava and garmin recorded it.

Now granted I shit myself and won't be doing it again in a hurry ... but I set a speed camera off and a lad at the lights said it was 'amazing'.

I felt both big and clever.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"i was lucky enough to test out some E bike prototypes the other day. amazing! managed to get up to 40mph. overtaking cars and everything.

Speeding isn't big or clever.

I disagree, it's very cool and gets all the girls... have you not seen fast and furious 1-32.

I've got a nice super six evo I got 62 down a hill in liverpool both my Strava and garmin recorded it.

Now granted I shit myself and won't be doing it again in a hurry ... but I set a speed camera off and a lad at the lights said it was 'mazing'.

I felt both big and clever. "

I stand corrected.

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

In other news...

I like that new cannondale scalpel si race.

But the other half will flip should I purchase it...

Thoughts?

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"In other news...

I like that new cannondale scalpel si race.

But the other half will flip should I purchase it...

Thoughts?"

What is it?

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over a year ago

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over a year ago


"In other news...

I like that new cannondale scalpel si race.

But the other half will flip should I purchase it...

Thoughts?

What is it?"

It's a FRS mountain bike for xxc extreme cross country.

Primarily I ride llandegla and Marin trail in and around north wales.

It's a lovely bike but ive never had a left fork also it's carbon and I've never had a carbon off roader

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

Out of curiosity is it commonplace for cyclists to wear those helmet gopro cam's now?

Lost count of how many clips featuring cyclists having heated exchanges with motorists have appeared on YouTube and then gone viral.

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury


"In other news...

I like that new cannondale scalpel si race.

But the other half will flip should I purchase it...

Thoughts?

What is it?

It's a FRS mountain bike for xxc extreme cross country.

Primarily I ride llandegla and Marin trail in and around north wales.

It's a lovely bike but ive never had a left fork also it's carbon and I've never had a carbon off roader "

The number of bikes needed by an Individual is N+1 as we all know. My ethos is if you can almost afford it, buy it!

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By *lem-H-FandangoMan
over a year ago

salisbury

Anyone gone 1 x 12 yet? I see it purely as a marketing ploy to be honest. But then my favourite bike is one i built in 2006!

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"Anyone gone 1 x 12 yet? I see it purely as a marketing ploy to be honest. But then my favourite bike is one i built in 2006!"

No

Was happy with 8-speed for quite a few years, but eventually went to 10, in (oddly!) 2010

Both of my work/commute/general purpose bikes are Tiagra 10-speed (newest is hydro-disc)

My 'best-bike' is Ultegra 11-speed (its predecessor; a Ridley, is Ultegra 10)

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield

Out on Sunday, with one of local Clubs

Without even really touching a big hill, we put 2,000+ feet of climbing into the first 15 miles!

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Planned to do 10 miles today as a gentle step up from the 6 the other week.

Decided to see how long it would take me to cycle to work.... 22.5 miles later I am home with a rather numb foof!

Lost my gel seat cover somewhere along the way...

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By *he Original TTMan
over a year ago

Brackley, Northants

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By *he Original TTMan
over a year ago

Brackley, Northants


"Planned to do 10 miles today as a gentle step up from the 6 the other week.

Decided to see how long it would take me to cycle to work.... 22.5 miles later I am home with a rather numb foof!

Lost my gel seat cover somewhere along the way... "

Sorry for your loss....

Does your foof need kissing better...?

(bloody autocarrot!!)

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"Planned to do 10 miles today as a gentle step up from the 6 the other week.

Decided to see how long it would take me to cycle to work.... 22.5 miles later I am home with a rather numb foof!

Lost my gel seat cover somewhere along the way...

Sorry for your loss....

Does your foof need kissing better...?

(bloody autocarrot!!)

"

could do with a nice massage

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By *he Original TTMan
over a year ago

Brackley, Northants


"Planned to do 10 miles today as a gentle step up from the 6 the other week.

Decided to see how long it would take me to cycle to work.... 22.5 miles later I am home with a rather numb foof!

Lost my gel seat cover somewhere along the way...

Sorry for your loss....

Does your foof need kissing better...?

(bloody autocarrot!!)

could do with a nice massage "

Foof massage therapist for hire. Apply within!

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

Anyone done the 190 mile Devil Dragon ride? I did it last year and up again for it this year. need to start getting the miles in again :/

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

Up to 20.5 miles now. Next weekend ride will be 36.

I know it's nothing compared to you lot, but I'm pleased with progess. Started with a 2.4 miler 3 weeks ago.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"Up to 20.5 miles now. Next weekend ride will be 36.

I know it's nothing compared to you lot, but I'm pleased with progess. Started with a 2.4 miler 3 weeks ago."

Same as me! Well done x x

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


"Up to 20.5 miles now. Next weekend ride will be 36.

I know it's nothing compared to you lot, but I'm pleased with progess. Started with a 2.4 miler 3 weeks ago.

Same as me! Well done x x "

Go Evie!

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By *orkDefender OP   Man
over a year ago

Just East of Wakefield


"Up to 20.5 miles now. Next weekend ride will be 36.

I know it's nothing compared to you lot, but I'm pleased with progess. Started with a 2.4 miler 3 weeks ago.

Same as me! Well done x x

Go Evie! "

Seconded!!

Well done Evie

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Bought a second hand hibred off a mate yesterday... A Claude Butler? Got some snazzy gear levers on it! Just off to try it out on a little loop before I think about cycling to work a few days next week.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Well I'm back.... Slight error of mot putting my helmet on made me turn back before I left the village

8 miles in just under 40 mins. Not setting the roads on fire I know but my first ride I did 6 miles on a similar time so I'm happy with that.

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

Well done Evie.

31.3 miles for me today. Not quite the 36 I hoped for but it'll have to do.

Almost far enough to make it to Evesham!

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By *orny IrishMan
over a year ago

Rural Wiltshire


"Well done Evie.

31.3 miles for me today. Not quite the 36 I hoped for but it'll have to do.

Almost far enough to make it to Evesham! "

Would you like a partner to ride from Cheltenham to Evesham?

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By *orny IrishMan
over a year ago

Rural Wiltshire


"Well I'm back.... Slight error of mot putting my helmet on made me turn back before I left the village

8 miles in just under 40 mins. Not setting the roads on fire I know but my first ride I did 6 miles on a similar time so I'm happy with that. "

Well done Evie. Your doing great.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"Well done Evie.

31.3 miles for me today. Not quite the 36 I hoped for but it'll have to do.

Almost far enough to make it to Evesham! "

Oooh we could meet half way

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham


"Well I'm back.... Slight error of mot putting my helmet on made me turn back before I left the village

8 miles in just under 40 mins. Not setting the roads on fire I know but my first ride I did 6 miles on a similar time so I'm happy with that.

Well done Evie. Your doing great."

Thank you x

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By *anielpiercedMan
over a year ago

by the seaside

I have been cycling a lot just lately averaging 30 miles each ride. Rode 45 miles to Lincoln from north Nottingham on Saturday for a bit of a challenge. Took me 3 hours and 46 minutes, not bad to say I was on my mountain bike with knobbly tyres and not a proper road bike.

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By *ittle_brat_evie!!Woman
over a year ago

evesham

Can anyone help... My toes keep going numb when I am out on my bike. What can be causing this?!

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

Silly question, but have you tried loosening your trainers? I use to get pins and needles in my toes when I use to run as my feet would swell a bit.

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