http://sweat365.com/forum/ Forums Forum: Cycling en Mon, 20 May 2013 01:28:37 +0000 http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/448#post-3286 Fri, 05 Apr 2013 02:16:12 +0000 linqun2 3286@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Kicks crew knows that the major group of people who want to buy Nike air max shoes online and other shoe brands are young people. <strong><a href="http://porsches-mall.com">cheap Adidas Porsche Bounce</a></strong> </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/313#post-3082 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 23:02:57 +0000 Brad Hefta-Gaub 3082@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Totally agree with your comment! I am always frustrated by city riding... but since it's most of the riding I do, it makes me deal with my frustration. It's a Zen thing. ;) </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/313#post-3079 Sun, 28 Mar 2010 09:52:06 +0000 quinnickerson 3079@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>I gotta go with effort vs mileage. I actually work harder keeping my ave mph pace up with urban commuter riding that I do with rural long distance rides. The constant stop and go of traffic lights and stop signs makes it difficult to take advantage of hard earned forward momentum. I also find that I have much faster times riding with groups. Drafting and running with a pace line is a lot easier than riding solo. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/386#post-2942 Fri, 17 Jul 2009 17:09:20 +0000 fatrob 2942@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>My top tip...decide what you want to spend and then double it...hide all receipts from your wife and eat all bank statements until the money has been replaced.</p> <p>Seriously though, bike fit is a really difficult thing to get right, always at least sit on the make, model and size you want. If you end up buying it 2nd hand, all the better.</p> <p>My problem is short legs and a long torso, the only bike that fitted me properly was the Specialized Roubaix....that's why I'm still eating the post. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/448#post-2941 Fri, 17 Jul 2009 17:04:42 +0000 fatrob 2941@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Like TJE210 says....expensive tyres are worth their weight in gold !!!</p> <p>I've had Panaracer Extreme Duro's on for the last 2000miles without a single flat !!!!</p> <p>I tried Slime on my last set of tyres and got fed up with the valve glueing shut. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/618#post-2779 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 18:26:42 +0000 Moe's 2779@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>I work at a local bike shop, and we have been told to expect a 10-15% increase in prices for 2009. So, I wouldn't be to hopeful to find a newer cheaper bike. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/625#post-2671 Sat, 03 Jan 2009 17:29:20 +0000 abbott38 2671@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Ended up with a Schwinn hybrid. Simple, entry level hybrid (inexpensive - Target special) that seemed nice and smooth for the first ride. Stopped in and had my local shop check it over and give it a thumbs up to go. Their only suggestion was to get myself some proper shoes and related pedals/clips (sorry hate butchering terms that are new to me). Should serve my purpose for now and we'll see how things progress. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/625#post-2670 Fri, 02 Jan 2009 12:29:35 +0000 abbott38 2670@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Thanks for the detailed reply, it is appreciated. The comfortable mile ranges you included are very helpful.</p> <p>The current bike has too many issues between gears, breaks and rust to fix up and with it having been free, no worries on replacing it.</p> <p>As a youth I use to do bike messenger work in NYC while in HS and 25-50 miles a day was the norm on an old Raleigh 10 speed. This is where the interest in a road bike comes from.</p> <p>Hybrid comes to interest because of the comfort factor it implied and currently I am probably planning on keeping the daily mileage no more than 20 and would only go 10 if I use it to commute.</p> <p>Now the factor of what-if I want to go 30-50 or more as my legs get even stronger between the running and biking. Guess if I go entry level hybrid and get hooked, adding a road bike later would be ok. Guess it depends on needing new running shoes every 3 months vs 4-5 and the wife not complaining about a perceived new sport when it is truly for cross training.</p> <p>Headed out to look today, will let you know what I end up with. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/625#post-2669 Fri, 02 Jan 2009 00:21:33 +0000 Brad Hefta-Gaub 2669@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>This is a great question... you'll probably get very different answers from different people... but I'll take my stab at giving you my opinion.</p> <p>Note: I am biased, because I own 5 different bikes. :)</p> <p>First of all, I would say that if you don't plan on become a big road cyclist, and you mostly want to be a runner, and aren't super excited about the idea of riding your bike, then I'd get the cheapest bike that you feel comfortable on. Now, that's the key, and the big question, comfort.</p> <p>Here's the interesting little thing about bikes... every bike is designed to be the most comfortable bike possible for the specific purpose of the bike... but if you go use that bike for some other purpose, then it will work fine, but won't be as comfortable.</p> <p>1) Road bikes - these are designed to go long distances (more than 20 miles... maybe as much as 100 or 200 miles) on the road. Some are lighter, some are stiffer, some absorb more shock or less, but they're all designed to have your body in an efficient position that is still comfortable for long distance road riding.</p> <p>2) Moutain bike - these are designed to go up and down hills, usually trails, not on a road. You can ride a mountain bike on a road, and you can ride a road bike on a moutain, but it's much easier if you use the right one.</p> <p>3) Triathlon bike - these are most like road bikes, but their designed to reduce the strain on your leg muscles associated with running, and force you to use other muscles to ride the bike, so that you can jump off of them and run the foot race portion of your triathlon. Again, you can ride these bikes anywhere, but their not as comfortable if you don't have to run after your ride.</p> <p>4) Hybrids - these are designed to be ridden on the road (rarely on a trail) but not for long distances. These are perfect commuter bikes. They're intended for shorter rides (less then 20 miles, definitely less than 50 miles). They are heavier, and often have gearing ratios like a mountain bike, but they're also much more comfortable to ride if you're wearing normal street clothes.</p> <p>Depending on your goals, you might want a hybrid bike, but you might also fall in love with cycling and decide you want a road bike, so you can start participating in duathlons or triathlons.</p> <p>One good solution might be to fix up your old mountain bike on the cheap, add some road tires to it so it will be a little more road riding appropriate, and ride that for a while as you start out... if you fall in love with riding, then maybe you'll want to buy a road bike.</p> <p>Good luck! And please keep us posted! </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/625#post-2668 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 23:49:47 +0000 abbott38 2668@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>My doctor told me I need to cross train because running will break me if I don't. He said biking was a good option. I currently have an old mountain bike that needs to be replaced. My question is will a hybrid or a road bike be better for "city" rides and workouts to complement my running training? Thanks for any thoughts/opinions on this.</p> <p>(Add'l info - currently training for my first marathon. Went from 200 miles in 2007 to 1000 miles of running in 2008 and less than 50 miles of biking because the current bike has major issues) </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/618#post-2657 Fri, 19 Dec 2008 00:59:46 +0000 chapman5410 2657@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>I think it is an alright deal that is about what those bike go on ebay for. Just make sure the frame is in good condition, no crack in the carbon or anything. I would take it to a bike shop as kind of a third party inspection. The thing about buying used is that you can usually chew the price down a little. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/618#post-2647 Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:52:20 +0000 alextrihard 2647@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Hi all,</p> <p>I'm planning on doing my first Tri in May and haven't yet got around to buying a road bike. I was waiting to see if the bikes dropped in price in the new year.</p> <p>I had planned to spend around £700 on a new WSD off the shelf Trek. However a guy who lives locally is selling his daughters 'Trek Madone 5.9 OCLV Carbon'. It is a 2005 ex. british triathlon team bike and has been regularly serviced so is in immaculate condition, 52cm size frame. It is a bike of very good standard and he is looking for £800.</p> <p>I have tried out a couple of Trek bikes and I know that 51 -52 cm fits me well.</p> <p>My questions to you are:<br /> Is this a good deal?</p> <p>What kind of questions would I need to ask him to find out if it's suitable?</p> <p>He seems an honest chap but still, £800 is quite a lot to blow on a second hand bike. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/545#post-2265 Tue, 16 Sep 2008 00:30:04 +0000 Brad Hefta-Gaub 2265@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>I've never heard of this... interesting for sure... What kind of computer is it? GPS (Garmin?) or wheel based (polar, cateye, etc)? Is it wired or wireless?</p> <p>I could imagine that it might be interference from a power line or something. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/545#post-2263 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 22:17:24 +0000 jberm 2263@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>This is very strange, but i was riding today, and whenever i rode north, my computer started showing random, disconnected numbers under mph. It would go something like 14-22-8-6-17-11-etc. When I would turn around and head south the problem did not occur. East seemed to be fine, but west was not. I tested it only nine or ten times, but every time the same thing happened. This has never happened before today so I'm stumped. Something to do with magnetism maybe? Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/533#post-2218 Sat, 30 Aug 2008 15:31:23 +0000 slr29er 2218@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Congratulations! I'd love to do one of these. Have a great time with it!</p> <p>My race was only about 8 hours, but without a team it was 8 straight hours. So not insignificant.</p> <p>Friends who've been riding much longer than me seem to be able to stomach a much wider variety of food on the bike than I can deal with. My tummy rejects a whole lot of stuff when I'm working hard. I'd suggest as much on-bike-fueling as possible leading up to the race, so you can try a number of fuels.</p> <p>What worked best for me was liquid fuel (perpetuum), lots of Nuun in my water (it was pretty warm), Clif Blocks, and pre-cut bits of Lara bars (mostly ground up dates and nuts)... a little at a time. I tried small pieces of PB&#38;J, but my body rejected even the smallest amounts (instant giant bloating). </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/533#post-2217 Fri, 29 Aug 2008 19:38:59 +0000 chapman5410 2217@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>I just regestiered for a 24 hour mountain bike race. I have never done one of these before. I am doing it with a team so Im not by myself. Just looking for any advice; ie things to eat not to eat, stratagies for a 4 man team just anything. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/487#post-2179 Thu, 21 Aug 2008 12:36:32 +0000 krigdon 2179@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Hey. Saw your post. It's very inspirational. I just started cycling about 5 months ago. I'm averaging about 110 miles a week now. Absolutely love it&gt; I'm training for the Six Gap Century in Georgia. Lots of elevation change. Is the STP a flat ride? And, congratulations on your accomplishment. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/516#post-2143 Sat, 16 Aug 2008 15:56:50 +0000 Brad Hefta-Gaub 2143@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>As for spinning class... I'd say, the only device I've found useful is a heart rate monitor. The problem is that most bike computers work based on distance the wheel has traveled (based on how many times it turned around, and how big it is)... but most spinning bikes don't actually go anywhere.</p> <p>So, if you want to give yourself credit for "spinning miles" you have to decide how far you won't to "count" for an hour of spinning. The HRM can be used to measure time and effort, and then you "make up" a distance. </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/516#post-2142 Sat, 16 Aug 2008 13:06:42 +0000 Lindsey 2142@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Is there a device that you can take with you into a spinning class to keep track of distance that your logging in there as well? </p> http://sweat365.com/forum/topic/516#post-2141 Sat, 16 Aug 2008 03:53:46 +0000 luvtorow 2141@http://sweat365.com/forum/ <p>Garmin car GPS sounds sweet! Out of my budget presently, tho, so I will look into an odometer at a bike store. Thanks! </p>