| I've joined the cycling scum 13:37 - Mar 21 with 9482 views | giant_stow |
apologies to all decent people.
How realistic is for a totally unfit 45 year old to do a round trip of 12 miles and how long would it take? |  |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:16 - Mar 21 with 2158 views | giant_stow |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:06 - Mar 21 by Pecker |
As long as you have a wet suit, you should be ok. |
stop sniggering you! | |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:18 - Mar 21 with 2157 views | giant_stow |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:08 - Mar 21 by bluelagos |
What sort of bike / tyres you got? I wouldn't go on a tow path on a road bike - but would happily go on the road on a mountain bike.
You can also get decent tyres that are nearly puncture proof (Gatorskins?) |
It was a second hand 'normal' looking thin framed / tyres thing for 99 quid - in between a racing bike and a mountain one I think, so I'm assuming I should dodge the towpaths! | |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:20 - Mar 21 with 2148 views | bluelagos |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:18 - Mar 21 by giant_stow |
It was a second hand 'normal' looking thin framed / tyres thing for 99 quid - in between a racing bike and a mountain one I think, so I'm assuming I should dodge the towpaths! |
Sounds like what is called a Hybrid - which should be fine on a towpath.
Just make sure you tyres have proper tread on them. |  |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:21 - Mar 21 with 2146 views | azuremerlangus |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 13:46 - Mar 21 by giant_stow |
50 miles?! Can;t see that personally, but played! |
You will be surprised how your endurance will build up with sensible increases in the distance you go (2-3 mile increments). Adding a refreshment stop (coffee and cake for me) certainly helps makes longer rides more enjoyable.
The biggest challenge is making sure you vary the routes so you don't get bored with the same scenery. |  |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:21 - Mar 21 with 2144 views | Pecker |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:18 - Mar 21 by giant_stow |
It was a second hand 'normal' looking thin framed / tyres thing for 99 quid - in between a racing bike and a mountain one I think, so I'm assuming I should dodge the towpaths! |
You haven't thought this through proper have you? |  | | |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:23 - Mar 21 with 2139 views | Pecker |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:21 - Mar 21 by azuremerlangus |
You will be surprised how your endurance will build up with sensible increases in the distance you go (2-3 mile increments). Adding a refreshment stop (coffee and cake for me) certainly helps makes longer rides more enjoyable.
The biggest challenge is making sure you vary the routes so you don't get bored with the same scenery. |
The biggest challenge will be finding somewhere to buy a coffee and cake. | | | |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:24 - Mar 21 with 2137 views | StokieBlue |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:08 - Mar 21 by bluelagos |
What sort of bike / tyres you got? I wouldn't go on a tow path on a road bike - but would happily go on the road on a mountain bike.
You can also get decent tyres that are nearly puncture proof (Gatorskins?) |
Those do still puncture on the towpath sometimes because there are gaps in the paving stones and if you hit one the sidewalls of the types don't stand up to it.
Hence why I got a cyclocross for the commute.
You can use road bikes on the towpath if you are sensible and not too fast though.
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:28 - Mar 21 with 2127 views | GeoffSentence |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 13:57 - Mar 21 by footers |
I don't even trust myself to walk along those towpaths, Pecker old fruit! Especially if a few beverages have been consumed. Oh, and don't get me started on the fckn cyclists on there. |
I have cycled on the towpath alongside the River Orwell in Ipswich before, which I shouldn't have done, what with it being a footpath and technically open to cyclists. However, in a karma moment, trying to give a pedestrian room, since I shouldn't have been there, I cycled off the path and into the river. [Post edited 21 Mar 2020 14:29]
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:28 - Mar 21 with 2127 views | bluelagos |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:24 - Mar 21 by StokieBlue |
Those do still puncture on the towpath sometimes because there are gaps in the paving stones and if you hit one the sidewalls of the types don't stand up to it.
Hence why I got a cyclocross for the commute.
You can use road bikes on the towpath if you are sensible and not too fast though.
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We should keep quiet really. A budgie with a flat tyre having to push it home could be quite funny :-) | |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:33 - Mar 21 with 2116 views | Pecker |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:28 - Mar 21 by GeoffSentence |
I have cycled on the towpath alongside the River Orwell in Ipswich before, which I shouldn't have done, what with it being a footpath and technically open to cyclists. However, in a karma moment, trying to give a pedestrian room, since I shouldn't have been there, I cycled off the path and into the river. [Post edited 21 Mar 2020 14:29]
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See Giant, don't do it. | | | |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:47 - Mar 21 with 2110 views | NewcyBlue |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 13:56 - Mar 21 by TractorWood |
Good work.
Anyone keen to disclose their steeds? |
Got one of these in grey today. Did a short ride earlier.
I’m going to have to find some routes, there is a cycle path Tyne tunnel which should be interesting.
What apps do people use for planning routes? |  |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:54 - Mar 21 with 2097 views | StokieBlue |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:47 - Mar 21 by NewcyBlue |
Got one of these in grey today. Did a short ride earlier.
I’m going to have to find some routes, there is a cycle path Tyne tunnel which should be interesting.
What apps do people use for planning routes? |
Very nice. I don't tend to bother with apps - just head off and see where I end up or commute to work.
I've got one of these which is perfect for the road/towpath combo:
Obviously depends how much you are going to cycle though. Got it at a bargain price - sales come round quite frequently in bike shops.
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:07 - Mar 21 with 2084 views | Swansea_Blue |
12 miles? You can count them off on your fingers as you go along  .
Hope you enjoy. I wish I could get out on my bike more, and maybe now I can 👠|  |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:07 - Mar 21 with 2081 views | NewcyBlue |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:54 - Mar 21 by StokieBlue |
Very nice. I don't tend to bother with apps - just head off and see where I end up or commute to work.
I've got one of these which is perfect for the road/towpath combo:
Obviously depends how much you are going to cycle though. Got it at a bargain price - sales come round quite frequently in bike shops.
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I didn’t really want to spend big money, I went to Decathlon this morning and bought that.
The Leas along at South Shields are a decent ride. From Shields pier to Sunderland pier is a decent distance. I quite fancy going through the Tyne tunnel (there’s a cycle and pedestrian tunnel) too. | |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:34 - Mar 21 with 2063 views | bluelagos |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 14:47 - Mar 21 by NewcyBlue |
Got one of these in grey today. Did a short ride earlier.
I’m going to have to find some routes, there is a cycle path Tyne tunnel which should be interesting.
What apps do people use for planning routes? |
I just use maps me - in case I get lost.
:-) | |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:37 - Mar 21 with 2059 views | giant_stow |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:07 - Mar 21 by Swansea_Blue |
12 miles? You can count them off on your fingers as you go along .
Hope you enjoy. I wish I could get out on my bike more, and maybe now I can 👠|
Thanks all.
And yes, thats why I bought it - don;t fancy the tube and might get bored | |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:50 - Mar 21 with 2039 views | bluelagos |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:07 - Mar 21 by NewcyBlue |
I didn’t really want to spend big money, I went to Decathlon this morning and bought that.
The Leas along at South Shields are a decent ride. From Shields pier to Sunderland pier is a decent distance. I quite fancy going through the Tyne tunnel (there’s a cycle and pedestrian tunnel) too. |
I love decathlon. Got loads of my hiking gear from there - always good value. May not be the top end - but for what most of us do (myself included) absolutely good enough.
Wicker tops for £6 when I saw some for £40 in the US. | |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:55 - Mar 21 with 2037 views | StokieBlue |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:07 - Mar 21 by NewcyBlue |
I didn’t really want to spend big money, I went to Decathlon this morning and bought that.
The Leas along at South Shields are a decent ride. From Shields pier to Sunderland pier is a decent distance. I quite fancy going through the Tyne tunnel (there’s a cycle and pedestrian tunnel) too. |
Nothing wrong with Decathlon bikes - a huge amount of kit for the money. My previous bike was a Triban 500 SE from there and it was very reasonable indeed and served me well for a good few years.
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:56 - Mar 21 with 2031 views | bluelagos |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:55 - Mar 21 by StokieBlue |
Nothing wrong with Decathlon bikes - a huge amount of kit for the money. My previous bike was a Triban 500 SE from there and it was very reasonable indeed and served me well for a good few years.
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Would they do pedals and shoes for a boardman (Halfords) bike? | |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:58 - Mar 21 with 2030 views | StokieBlue |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:56 - Mar 21 by bluelagos |
Would they do pedals and shoes for a boardman (Halfords) bike? |
Not sure, I assume you can get a standard fitting but I've never had to change the pedals.
Got mine from Cycle Republic (which is part of the Halfords group).
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 16:02 - Mar 21 with 2020 views | NewcyBlue |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 15:55 - Mar 21 by StokieBlue |
Nothing wrong with Decathlon bikes - a huge amount of kit for the money. My previous bike was a Triban 500 SE from there and it was very reasonable indeed and served me well for a good few years.
SB |
Besides the big names I don’t really know too much about bikes.
I am impressed by it though. Aluminium alloy frame, very light compared to bikes I’ve owned previously (some 9 years ago was my last bike).
The frame has a lifetime guarantee.
I’ve ordered a bottle cage for it.
I wore shorts today and it was pretty cold, so might need to rethink my attire! | |
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| I've joined the cycling scum on 16:03 - Mar 21 with 2021 views | Ewan_Oozami |
| I've joined the cycling scum on 13:56 - Mar 21 by TractorWood |
Good work.
Anyone keen to disclose their steeds? |
You did ask...
Quintana Roo Carbon Aero Frame for time trialling
Trek Domane Road Bike for training
Coventry Eagle fixed wheel for winter training
Boardman CXR for cyclocross
Cannondale CAADX for cyclocross and general riding
Trek Marlin 7 MTB
Claud Butler Stone River MTB
Chas Roberts vintage frame (my first racing bike in 1976!) on the indoor Elite Direto turbo trainer
always room for one more of course :-) |  |
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