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Time to talk about bikes.
Post your bikes, discuss accessories, gear, difficulties and anything else.
Post your bikes, discuss accessories, gear, difficulties and anything else.
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I've been trying to decide on what helmet I need to get after realizing I have essentially been endangering myself for the purposes of vanity by not wearing one. However I have a policy of only making used purchases for most things non-essential, so after I went to a few bicycle shops and tried on a lot of different helmets to make sure they fit me, i've been trawling ebay looking for the right used helmet for me. Since I have a weirdly shaped head few helmets fit me without pinching the sides of my head, and Kask helmets were the only ones i tried that fit particularly well. So now i've just been waiting for a good deal to pop up.
>>23634
So the one piece of advice I can give someone is to not buy helmets online unless you've tried the same model/brand on beforehand. Because the difference in fitting is insane, giro and most specialized helmets squeeze my head like a hotdog while kask and to a lesser extent cannondale helmets were a lot rounder.
So the one piece of advice I can give someone is to not buy helmets online unless you've tried the same model/brand on beforehand. Because the difference in fitting is insane, giro and most specialized helmets squeeze my head like a hotdog while kask and to a lesser extent cannondale helmets were a lot rounder.
I made this thread in particular because i'm interested in buying a bike which i intend to use as a replacement for a car, but i know nothing about bikes.
What do i have to keep in mind when buying one? I wish to fit it with all kinds of accessories like headlight, rear light, side markers, mirrors, perhaps a dynamo to power everything up, a rack, maybe a basket and maybe other decorations like more lights and waifu stuff.
I need to haul a swiss army backpack every day, could i fit something like that to the basket in front or is there a way to secure it to the rack?`
What about equipment? Do i need to wear some kind of armor or suit (in case i get run over or fall)? Besides helmet, are knee and elbow protectors required/useful? How can i commute and stay clean if i must travel 7km (around 4 miles)
What do i have to keep in mind when buying one? I wish to fit it with all kinds of accessories like headlight, rear light, side markers, mirrors, perhaps a dynamo to power everything up, a rack, maybe a basket and maybe other decorations like more lights and waifu stuff.
I need to haul a swiss army backpack every day, could i fit something like that to the basket in front or is there a way to secure it to the rack?`
What about equipment? Do i need to wear some kind of armor or suit (in case i get run over or fall)? Besides helmet, are knee and elbow protectors required/useful? How can i commute and stay clean if i must travel 7km (around 4 miles)
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Pic related is what I have, I got it off Craigslist about 3 years ago I think I paid $650 unfortunately there's one dent in the frame though, I used to ride constantly but I don't ride too much anymore because of various reasons, plus there's only one trail near my house and I don't like riding on the streets anymore
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>>23636
>What do i have to keep in mind when buying one?
Does the bicycle frame fit you? What sort of riding are you going to be doing?
For a casual rider, that's all that's important. I would go online and try to calculate what bicycle size you should use based on your height and leg inseam. A properly fitted bicycle is really the most important factor at play here.
Next, do you live in the city or in the country, and how are the road conditions where you'll be riding? Any dirt riding? A road bicycle is faster but a light-framed mountain bike can hold it's own in speed and will be safer if you have to ride on sidewalks/through potholes/dirt roads. I personally have both, but the mountain bike is what I use for commuting.
One last thing to consider is to not get sucked into the hype of bicycle buying. I recommend you go to a bicycle shop if you want help with bicycle sizing(If they downplay the importance of bike fit you know you're at a garbage shop and should leave immediately) but not to actually buy a bicycle. A lot of overpriced bicycles that swindle people out of thousands more than they actually need. Vintage bicycles are cheap and have their own great aesthetic appeal and wont send you into a fit of rage if you scratch and bang them up like a new multi-thousand dollar bicycle would.
Things to avoid;
Horned handlebars(Aesthetic and help with aerodynamic posture for racing but straight handlebars are better for novice riders who just want to commute)
Disc brakes(If you're afraid of the bike being a target for theft, because they are one of the best indicators for a bicycle worth stealing)
Also I've never had to have a basket or anything even when I was bringing groceries home from the store on my bicycle, I just stuffed it all in my backpack.
>What do i have to keep in mind when buying one?
Does the bicycle frame fit you? What sort of riding are you going to be doing?
For a casual rider, that's all that's important. I would go online and try to calculate what bicycle size you should use based on your height and leg inseam. A properly fitted bicycle is really the most important factor at play here.
Next, do you live in the city or in the country, and how are the road conditions where you'll be riding? Any dirt riding? A road bicycle is faster but a light-framed mountain bike can hold it's own in speed and will be safer if you have to ride on sidewalks/through potholes/dirt roads. I personally have both, but the mountain bike is what I use for commuting.
One last thing to consider is to not get sucked into the hype of bicycle buying. I recommend you go to a bicycle shop if you want help with bicycle sizing(If they downplay the importance of bike fit you know you're at a garbage shop and should leave immediately) but not to actually buy a bicycle. A lot of overpriced bicycles that swindle people out of thousands more than they actually need. Vintage bicycles are cheap and have their own great aesthetic appeal and wont send you into a fit of rage if you scratch and bang them up like a new multi-thousand dollar bicycle would.
Things to avoid;
Horned handlebars(Aesthetic and help with aerodynamic posture for racing but straight handlebars are better for novice riders who just want to commute)
Disc brakes(If you're afraid of the bike being a target for theft, because they are one of the best indicators for a bicycle worth stealing)
Also I've never had to have a basket or anything even when I was bringing groceries home from the store on my bicycle, I just stuffed it all in my backpack.
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>>23636
>What about equipment? Do i need to wear some kind of armor or suit (in case i get run over or fall)? Besides helmet, are knee and elbow protectors required/useful? How can i commute and stay clean if i must travel 7km (around 4 miles)
Just make sure to wear a helmet and if you are doubly concerned wear a high visibilility jacket. It will make you look like a sophisticated pro as well.
>What about equipment? Do i need to wear some kind of armor or suit (in case i get run over or fall)? Besides helmet, are knee and elbow protectors required/useful? How can i commute and stay clean if i must travel 7km (around 4 miles)
Just make sure to wear a helmet and if you are doubly concerned wear a high visibilility jacket. It will make you look like a sophisticated pro as well.
>>23638
I live in a shithole, i seriously don't know how am i supposed to not get the bike stolen, or even ride through the city which has poorshit slums full of gangs left and right. This shithole is so backwards it doesn't support any infrastructure for bikes, doesn't have bike parking spaces or anything related to bikes, but i think i could get around all that. I only want to commute with it, from home to destination and not anywhere else, i guess i could park it in parking lots in the places i go to or find some place to tie it in. I think i'd go with mountain in that case
I also wish to spend 2 or 3 hundred at most in it, if i were wasting thousands and thousands i'd rather buy a used car which cost about 5 thousand.
Now about lights and stuff, do they need dynamo or batteries? How long do they last in the case of batteries?
I live in a shithole, i seriously don't know how am i supposed to not get the bike stolen, or even ride through the city which has poorshit slums full of gangs left and right. This shithole is so backwards it doesn't support any infrastructure for bikes, doesn't have bike parking spaces or anything related to bikes, but i think i could get around all that. I only want to commute with it, from home to destination and not anywhere else, i guess i could park it in parking lots in the places i go to or find some place to tie it in. I think i'd go with mountain in that case
I also wish to spend 2 or 3 hundred at most in it, if i were wasting thousands and thousands i'd rather buy a used car which cost about 5 thousand.
Now about lights and stuff, do they need dynamo or batteries? How long do they last in the case of batteries?
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>>23638
Why does the pic change colors when I click on it?
Why does the pic change colors when I click on it?
Is craigslist a good place to sell an old bike? What about brick & mortar stores?
Anyone have any experience with either of those places?
Anyone have any experience with either of those places?
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>>23640
If you do intend to stop anywhere along your commute make sure you have a ulock along with a cable so you can run said cable through both of your tires. I have had my bicycle tires stolen by not doing this before.
If budget is a concern you can really skimp on the lights and buy a cheap set for $10 at walmart or something(at least in my country). If you want to go really Kawaii and high tech(and more expensive) you can get USB rechargable lights. But if you're a lazy person you might forget to charge them once in a while so a battery headlight would be better for you in that case. If you're traveling at night and need constant light the battery will be eaten up quickly, but if you're simply using them to be seen you can set them on blinking and they will last for dozens of hours. I've never had a dynamo light before so I cant help you there, because they are expensive and my USB lights worked fine. You can attach them to your helmet as well, pic related.
These things add up quickly, be careful making frivolous purchases, cycling is notorious for being a money sink(Not for any practical reason, only because there are so many cool gadgets and high-end items that people think they need)
If you do intend to stop anywhere along your commute make sure you have a ulock along with a cable so you can run said cable through both of your tires. I have had my bicycle tires stolen by not doing this before.
If budget is a concern you can really skimp on the lights and buy a cheap set for $10 at walmart or something(at least in my country). If you want to go really Kawaii and high tech(and more expensive) you can get USB rechargable lights. But if you're a lazy person you might forget to charge them once in a while so a battery headlight would be better for you in that case. If you're traveling at night and need constant light the battery will be eaten up quickly, but if you're simply using them to be seen you can set them on blinking and they will last for dozens of hours. I've never had a dynamo light before so I cant help you there, because they are expensive and my USB lights worked fine. You can attach them to your helmet as well, pic related.
These things add up quickly, be careful making frivolous purchases, cycling is notorious for being a money sink(Not for any practical reason, only because there are so many cool gadgets and high-end items that people think they need)
>>23645
Oh, thankyou. Whenever i get the bike i'll try the USB one then, as it seems interesting to be able to attach it to the helmet. If that works fine i'll just go with that.
Oh, thankyou. Whenever i get the bike i'll try the USB one then, as it seems interesting to be able to attach it to the helmet. If that works fine i'll just go with that.
>>23634
I don't think helmets are really necessary unless you're one of those guys who rides a nice, fast road bike on the street. I always ride on the shoulder of the road or on the sidewalk where cars can't hit me so I don't see the need to wear one.
I don't think helmets are really necessary unless you're one of those guys who rides a nice, fast road bike on the street. I always ride on the shoulder of the road or on the sidewalk where cars can't hit me so I don't see the need to wear one.
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>>23640
My city is mostly like that, well, they seem so proud of their bicycle spaces and boast how they are combating obesity and pollution with it, but in reality the bycicle infraestructure is limited to a relatively small area in and around the very center of the city, or about 1/5 of it.
The worst of all is not thugs though, but motorists that seem to want to ran over you.
My city is mostly like that, well, they seem so proud of their bicycle spaces and boast how they are combating obesity and pollution with it, but in reality the bycicle infraestructure is limited to a relatively small area in and around the very center of the city, or about 1/5 of it.
The worst of all is not thugs though, but motorists that seem to want to ran over you.
>>23657
That's preferable to how it is here. The city's main roads are too small for even the regular motor traffic but they cram in bike lanes that makes everything more dangerous for everybody. Cyclists have no room to ride safely and cars have no room to give them that room either and there is an even smaller gap between opposing lanes of traffic. It's created a vicious circle where cyclists have demanded more protection which in turn has made driving more dangerous than it already was which pisses off the drivers which makes them less wary about cyclists.
Makes the shitty public transport worth it to not have to get involved in that shitshow.
That's preferable to how it is here. The city's main roads are too small for even the regular motor traffic but they cram in bike lanes that makes everything more dangerous for everybody. Cyclists have no room to ride safely and cars have no room to give them that room either and there is an even smaller gap between opposing lanes of traffic. It's created a vicious circle where cyclists have demanded more protection which in turn has made driving more dangerous than it already was which pisses off the drivers which makes them less wary about cyclists.
Makes the shitty public transport worth it to not have to get involved in that shitshow.
>>23657
No, man. My city is not anywhere like that.
Did i mention i live in a shithole? A literal shithole. More often than you imagine, there are no sidewalks, drivers don't give a shit about anyone, I'll be the only one on bike besides gang watchmen. The only bicycle lane is found in a rich people's area idiots used for street drag racing, so they put huge blocks of concrete in the bicycle lane.
This whole place was built in a way that people set their huts in random places, when cars came they put pavement and sidewalks between those huts, and when more cars came they eliminated all the sidewalks to fit more cars causing more traffic and accidents.
At any rate, i need speedy stuff, a speedy mountain bike.
No, man. My city is not anywhere like that.
Did i mention i live in a shithole? A literal shithole. More often than you imagine, there are no sidewalks, drivers don't give a shit about anyone, I'll be the only one on bike besides gang watchmen. The only bicycle lane is found in a rich people's area idiots used for street drag racing, so they put huge blocks of concrete in the bicycle lane.
This whole place was built in a way that people set their huts in random places, when cars came they put pavement and sidewalks between those huts, and when more cars came they eliminated all the sidewalks to fit more cars causing more traffic and accidents.
At any rate, i need speedy stuff, a speedy mountain bike.
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>>23660
Not really.
This is where i live. I figure it doesn't happen because to reach the houses they would have to run over all the people and make a bloody mess.
This place is all a fucking mess, how i wish we had some highly lethal transmissible (specially sexual transm.) disease so all the fuckers could be wiped out and make room for the people who actually matter.
Not really.
This is where i live. I figure it doesn't happen because to reach the houses they would have to run over all the people and make a bloody mess.
This place is all a fucking mess, how i wish we had some highly lethal transmissible (specially sexual transm.) disease so all the fuckers could be wiped out and make room for the people who actually matter.
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Allow me to post a few of my dreambikes.
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>>23661
What is with all the street stalls?
What is with all the street stalls?
>>23692
The useless bastards didn't like to study and every one of them dropped school around 4th grade or didn't even go to 1st grade, so now they sell fruit.
I don't even know who buys it, i think it's all a facade and their income comes from stealing and extorting middle class people.
The useless bastards didn't like to study and every one of them dropped school around 4th grade or didn't even go to 1st grade, so now they sell fruit.
I don't even know who buys it, i think it's all a facade and their income comes from stealing and extorting middle class people.
Tried to buy a bicycle today. Told him I wanted the cheap entry-level ones outside. Sales guy kept trying to sell me the more expensive ones. I walked out. Sales guys that don't listen the customer should be shot.
Are you guys comfortable with the idea of riding on the road, with lots of cars moving about?
I commute to work on my bicycle but I don't ride on the road unless the amount of cars on the road are small. There aren't any bicycle lane on the path that I commute on so I usually just ride on the sidewalk if there are lots of cars out.
I just don't want to anger the irritable drivers out there.
I commute to work on my bicycle but I don't ride on the road unless the amount of cars on the road are small. There aren't any bicycle lane on the path that I commute on so I usually just ride on the sidewalk if there are lots of cars out.
I just don't want to anger the irritable drivers out there.
>>23740
Did you go to a bike shop? Usually places like Walmart or hardware stores are good for getting cheap entry-level bikes.
Did you go to a bike shop? Usually places like Walmart or hardware stores are good for getting cheap entry-level bikes.
>>23740
Try going again. If he recognises you then he'll realise that he's not going to get you to buy an expensive bike.
Leaving is a powerful negotiation tactic. If he still tries to jew you try a different place.
Or ask to speak to someone else, maybe.
>>23848
While the salesman in a bike store might be a happy merchant, at least he's likely to know shit about bikes.
Try going again. If he recognises you then he'll realise that he's not going to get you to buy an expensive bike.
Leaving is a powerful negotiation tactic. If he still tries to jew you try a different place.
Or ask to speak to someone else, maybe.
>>23848
While the salesman in a bike store might be a happy merchant, at least he's likely to know shit about bikes.
>>23866
Used bikes seem like a better idea.
Bikes aren't particularly complex, so long as the brakes work you're good to go, more or less.
Used bikes seem like a better idea.
Bikes aren't particularly complex, so long as the brakes work you're good to go, more or less.
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in japan they have these bikes called mamachari 'mama bikes', basically city bikes. you can get them used for $50 and it includes step-through frame, a guard over the chain/gears, pedal-powered front light, rack in the back, thick wire basket in the front, front and back brakes, built-in bike lock and keys, vertical/stand-up kickstand, they are almost always one speed… they are great. everyone leaves them outside and doesn't take care of them, but they are durable and i highly recommend them, i did 1000 miles on one. i can't seem to find anything similar in the united states, especially for so cheap price
Mine is a pink no-name thing I stole in 2007. It's scratched all to hell, and rusty on the handlebar, and I refit it with parts from abandoned bicycles I find around town as necessary. I think it was a 10 speed, but I can only select 2 speeds… 3 on a good day.
I doubt anyone would steal it but just in case, my lock is 3/4" thick steel chain and a padlock.
It gets me where I wanna go.
I doubt anyone would steal it but just in case, my lock is 3/4" thick steel chain and a padlock.
It gets me where I wanna go.
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http://www.citygrounds.com/6ku/6ku-track-fixed-gear-bike-4433/color/MATTE_BLACK
I want to get the bike in pic related and website related, does anywiz have an opinion on this bike that they might want to share?
I want to get the bike in pic related and website related, does anywiz have an opinion on this bike that they might want to share?
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>>24117
>no chain cover
>no built in light
>no built in bike lock
>weird handlebar and seat
>no step-through frame
>no bikebasket
>no bike rack
>$250
true i know absolutely nothing about bikes and am poor, but this bike seems weird and not even functional at a high price
>no chain cover
>no built in light
>no built in bike lock
>weird handlebar and seat
>no step-through frame
>no bikebasket
>no bike rack
>$250
true i know absolutely nothing about bikes and am poor, but this bike seems weird and not even functional at a high price
>>24119
Also no tire guards for splash (riding that in rain would result in shit on your back).
The simplicity of this bicycle is not worth $250, let alone $399 as is the supposed original price.
Also no tire guards for splash (riding that in rain would result in shit on your back).
The simplicity of this bicycle is not worth $250, let alone $399 as is the supposed original price.
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>>24117
it is hilly where i live. i have a road bike with two cogs in the front and smaller cogs on the back; but the front cogs are big, bigger than any of the back cogs. i still struggle. with your bike i will walk on the uphills.
it is hilly where i live. i have a road bike with two cogs in the front and smaller cogs on the back; but the front cogs are big, bigger than any of the back cogs. i still struggle. with your bike i will walk on the uphills.
>>23846
I don't mind riding on the road, although it was scary at first. The drivers tend to be more harmless and predictable than disoriented pedestrians or other bicyclists who slowly swerve along the bicycle lane. There are a lot of bicycle paths in my city, though, so I mostly use those.
I don't mind riding on the road, although it was scary at first. The drivers tend to be more harmless and predictable than disoriented pedestrians or other bicyclists who slowly swerve along the bicycle lane. There are a lot of bicycle paths in my city, though, so I mostly use those.
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How bad can a bicycle from a big store be?
>>24300
Just make sure everything is working properly, triple check and adjust brakes, shifter/derailleur and check wheel hubs too. Also it's probably a good idea to clean chain and gears and then apply new chain oil. It doesn't really matter if the bike is cheap or "low quality", what matters is that it's assembled correctly and working as it should, you're risking your health otherwise.
Just make sure everything is working properly, triple check and adjust brakes, shifter/derailleur and check wheel hubs too. Also it's probably a good idea to clean chain and gears and then apply new chain oil. It doesn't really matter if the bike is cheap or "low quality", what matters is that it's assembled correctly and working as it should, you're risking your health otherwise.
>>24300
Frame will be ok.
Also check your brakes and gears weekly.
Don't forget maintenance like oil because they do need it
Frame will be ok.
Also check your brakes and gears weekly.
Don't forget maintenance like oil because they do need it
>>24303
>>24328
What actually matters is that the build quality isn't china-rebranded maximum-corner-cutting shit.
Bought a cheap aluminium bike to replace an heavy one from the 90s, various parts looked cheap, the lights failed almost immediately and spokes started breaking regularly which made a mess.
Go to different places and look at all the parts before making a decision.
>>24328
What actually matters is that the build quality isn't china-rebranded maximum-corner-cutting shit.
Bought a cheap aluminium bike to replace an heavy one from the 90s, various parts looked cheap, the lights failed almost immediately and spokes started breaking regularly which made a mess.
Go to different places and look at all the parts before making a decision.
I haven't used a bicycle in fifteen years. Is a mountain bike ok for the city? I plan to use it on dirt roads too every once in a while. I've also seen "all purpose" bikes in a store but I don't know what these things are worth as I've always had mountain bikes as a kid. Some of the prices were outrageous though.
Should I just go for a cheap mountain bike? Are they as fast and practical as the other types of bicycles? Will my ass and legs hurt? I've considered buying a seat cover to make it more comfortable but I'm afraid it won't help… I'm not really muscular down there.
Should I just go for a cheap mountain bike? Are they as fast and practical as the other types of bicycles? Will my ass and legs hurt? I've considered buying a seat cover to make it more comfortable but I'm afraid it won't help… I'm not really muscular down there.
>>24841
Hybrid bikes might be perfect for you but if you're more comfortable with mountain bikes than go for it, the only down side with a mountain bike is that they can be kind of slow on the streets when compared to road bikes… obviously…
Hybrid bikes might be perfect for you but if you're more comfortable with mountain bikes than go for it, the only down side with a mountain bike is that they can be kind of slow on the streets when compared to road bikes… obviously…
>>24842
The thing is I have no idea what I might be most comfortable with… Can I still go reasonably fast on a mountain bike? Will I have to pedal really hard? Are they still easy to handle in most situations? I know it sounds stupid but I haven't used a bicycle in a very long time (and never on the road) and I don't want to waste my time and money…
The thing is I have no idea what I might be most comfortable with… Can I still go reasonably fast on a mountain bike? Will I have to pedal really hard? Are they still easy to handle in most situations? I know it sounds stupid but I haven't used a bicycle in a very long time (and never on the road) and I don't want to waste my time and money…
>>24844
As a beginner you probably won't notice a difference on speed. You can definitely still go fast, back when I used to ride for hours every day in a low quality mountain bike I could easily pass all the lycra-clad "sports" cyclists.
They are much easier to handle than road bikes, because the riding position is more comfortable, and you've got better leverage on the handlebars so you can more easily keep in control.
I'd recommend you get an used mountain bike if you can, preferably something without front suspension (and under no circumstances rear suspension). My bicycle has a suspension that you can lock (so it acts as if it didn't have one), and I haven't unlocked it in years, it not necessary because in rough terrain you can just lift your ass off the seat and use your legs as a suspension.
If you have any more questions I'd love to help, bikes are one of the few things I enjoy anymore.
As a beginner you probably won't notice a difference on speed. You can definitely still go fast, back when I used to ride for hours every day in a low quality mountain bike I could easily pass all the lycra-clad "sports" cyclists.
They are much easier to handle than road bikes, because the riding position is more comfortable, and you've got better leverage on the handlebars so you can more easily keep in control.
I'd recommend you get an used mountain bike if you can, preferably something without front suspension (and under no circumstances rear suspension). My bicycle has a suspension that you can lock (so it acts as if it didn't have one), and I haven't unlocked it in years, it not necessary because in rough terrain you can just lift your ass off the seat and use your legs as a suspension.
If you have any more questions I'd love to help, bikes are one of the few things I enjoy anymore.
>>24846
Also, don't get tricked by disc brakes, they're totally useless.
Even a shitty V brake can lock both front and rear wheel immediately if you keep it tightened, disc brakes are more expensive and make your bike a target for theft.
Also, don't get tricked by disc brakes, they're totally useless.
Even a shitty V brake can lock both front and rear wheel immediately if you keep it tightened, disc brakes are more expensive and make your bike a target for theft.
>>24850
>>24846
>>24847
Thanks for the informative replies, it's extremely helpful!
The one bike I saw and was interested in purchasing doesn't have disc brakes. It's some cheap, lowend, casual mountain bike, nothing too fancy and it weighs like 15kg… Isn't that kinda heavy?
Also, what do you think about accessories like gel seats, lights, hybrid tires etc.? Are these things necessary? And what do I have to learn to do when it comes to maintenance? I wish I didn't have to worry about these things, I really suck at manual work.
>>24846
>>24847
Thanks for the informative replies, it's extremely helpful!
The one bike I saw and was interested in purchasing doesn't have disc brakes. It's some cheap, lowend, casual mountain bike, nothing too fancy and it weighs like 15kg… Isn't that kinda heavy?
Also, what do you think about accessories like gel seats, lights, hybrid tires etc.? Are these things necessary? And what do I have to learn to do when it comes to maintenance? I wish I didn't have to worry about these things, I really suck at manual work.
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>>24885
It's probably not too bad, but if you can post a link or pictures I could give you a more accurate review. Just make sure that you don't get something that's intended for extremely casual users, which will only ride it twice a year for two miles. Most people who ride a bike will never wear out the original tires.
About accessories, the most important things are:
- A bike pump. Get something small that you can put in a jacket pocket or rack.
- Patch kit. Don't get the instant ones, they'll fail eventually. Just get a regular rubber cement type and google how to use them properly (you're not supposed to use the cement like regular glue).
- Cable lock, so you can leave your bike unattended. Just get something that looks like it can't be cut with nailclippers, and if parking for extended durations of time make sure to lock both weels and the seat.
- Allen key set. The cheapest chinese trash will do, if your bike has quick-release wheels this is all you need to work on your bike.
I used a gel seat for a while when I was riding a bike with a broken seat, and can't say that it really helped that much. My current seat is just some cheap leather road saddle. I've done 120 km on a day on it with no pain.
It'll only hurt the first couple of weeks and then you'll get used to it.
I've never used lights because I rarely ride at night, but a rear red light is a must if you intend to go for night rides.
Hybrid tires are mostly a scam, those little grooves actually decrease traction on asphalt (slick tires are the best there), and they do nothing to grip mud. Bicycle tires don't need to evacuate water like cars do so there's literally no purpose for those grooves.
Maintenance of a new bicycle is very simple. When you start hearing a squeaky noise from the chain, spray it with some lube. Motorcycle chain lube lasts the longest, but general purpose oil spray cans work fine too.
If you get a flat you'll have to take out the tube, inflate it to find the hole, patch it, find the thorn on the tire, remove it and replace the tube. You can do all this with no tools other than a pump, just watch a video on how to do it.
You don't need all the stuff I mentioned right away, all you really need to have fun is the bike, pump and patches.
Pic is the only road bike I've ever ridden before someone bent the seat stays and wrecked the wheel for no reason.
It's probably not too bad, but if you can post a link or pictures I could give you a more accurate review. Just make sure that you don't get something that's intended for extremely casual users, which will only ride it twice a year for two miles. Most people who ride a bike will never wear out the original tires.
About accessories, the most important things are:
- A bike pump. Get something small that you can put in a jacket pocket or rack.
- Patch kit. Don't get the instant ones, they'll fail eventually. Just get a regular rubber cement type and google how to use them properly (you're not supposed to use the cement like regular glue).
- Cable lock, so you can leave your bike unattended. Just get something that looks like it can't be cut with nailclippers, and if parking for extended durations of time make sure to lock both weels and the seat.
- Allen key set. The cheapest chinese trash will do, if your bike has quick-release wheels this is all you need to work on your bike.
I used a gel seat for a while when I was riding a bike with a broken seat, and can't say that it really helped that much. My current seat is just some cheap leather road saddle. I've done 120 km on a day on it with no pain.
It'll only hurt the first couple of weeks and then you'll get used to it.
I've never used lights because I rarely ride at night, but a rear red light is a must if you intend to go for night rides.
Hybrid tires are mostly a scam, those little grooves actually decrease traction on asphalt (slick tires are the best there), and they do nothing to grip mud. Bicycle tires don't need to evacuate water like cars do so there's literally no purpose for those grooves.
Maintenance of a new bicycle is very simple. When you start hearing a squeaky noise from the chain, spray it with some lube. Motorcycle chain lube lasts the longest, but general purpose oil spray cans work fine too.
If you get a flat you'll have to take out the tube, inflate it to find the hole, patch it, find the thorn on the tire, remove it and replace the tube. You can do all this with no tools other than a pump, just watch a video on how to do it.
You don't need all the stuff I mentioned right away, all you really need to have fun is the bike, pump and patches.
Pic is the only road bike I've ever ridden before someone bent the seat stays and wrecked the wheel for no reason.
>>24885
15kg is a bit heavy and you will notice it if you have to ride up hills.
Te best thing to do is get some bike (any bike) and ride. Your body will have to get used to It's counterproductive to overanalyse the bike choice when you could be riding around.
> Are these things necessary?
It's very easy to waste money on bike accessories but most are unnecessary. Lights are compulsory for riding at night, but you don't need anything fancy or expensive. Gel seats and other comfort items are unnecessary. You will get used to whatever seat the bike comes with after a week or two of riding. Again, actually riding is the only way to go. As you ride more and more you will see what items you want, where/how you really want to ride, what frustrates you about the bike you have, and so on.
15kg is a bit heavy and you will notice it if you have to ride up hills.
Te best thing to do is get some bike (any bike) and ride. Your body will have to get used to It's counterproductive to overanalyse the bike choice when you could be riding around.
> Are these things necessary?
It's very easy to waste money on bike accessories but most are unnecessary. Lights are compulsory for riding at night, but you don't need anything fancy or expensive. Gel seats and other comfort items are unnecessary. You will get used to whatever seat the bike comes with after a week or two of riding. Again, actually riding is the only way to go. As you ride more and more you will see what items you want, where/how you really want to ride, what frustrates you about the bike you have, and so on.
>Cable lock, so you can leave your bicycle unattended.
Those braided steel wire things? I've seen some that were an inch thick. My pocket-sized bolt cutter chopped them off with literally one bite.
Those won't stop thieves. Buy some really thick chain instead.
Those braided steel wire things? I've seen some that were an inch thick. My pocket-sized bolt cutter chopped them off with literally one bite.
Those won't stop thieves. Buy some really thick chain instead.
>>24906
The point is to stop teenagers and hobos from taking your bike, if there are professional bike thieves they won't go after a shitty entry level mountain bike.
The point is to stop teenagers and hobos from taking your bike, if there are professional bike thieves they won't go after a shitty entry level mountain bike.
>>24903
>15kg is a bit heavy and you will notice it if you have to ride up hills.
That's what I was afraid of, but aren't mountain bikes generally heavier? I'd like a bike that's not too heavy but I'm not willing to spend too much money and it has to be multi-purpose (city and dirt roads).
…well to be honest I don't really know what to look for anymore and the internet makes it even more confusing, what would you guys suggest? no need to be too specific obviously.
>15kg is a bit heavy and you will notice it if you have to ride up hills.
That's what I was afraid of, but aren't mountain bikes generally heavier? I'd like a bike that's not too heavy but I'm not willing to spend too much money and it has to be multi-purpose (city and dirt roads).
…well to be honest I don't really know what to look for anymore and the internet makes it even more confusing, what would you guys suggest? no need to be too specific obviously.
Just did an early trip at 4am for first time and it was absolutely amazing. It's refreshing and chilly in the morning, roads are free, no cars, no normalfags, some traffic lights are off, so good. That was maybe the best ride in years. It was always stressful to deal with normalshits and their traffic or with suicidal pedestrians who seem to jump under the wheels on purpose.
>>24983
Consider a Giant Roam (might be a bit expensive) or something like it.
But really, just get a bike that you think is comfortable and versatile enough. A cheap mountain bike is probably good enough, and a few extra kilos is something you could get if you ride with some things in your backpack. At this point it hardly makes a difference whether you get a mountain bike or a hybrid or whatever, so just get a bike and start riding.
Consider a Giant Roam (might be a bit expensive) or something like it.
But really, just get a bike that you think is comfortable and versatile enough. A cheap mountain bike is probably good enough, and a few extra kilos is something you could get if you ride with some things in your backpack. At this point it hardly makes a difference whether you get a mountain bike or a hybrid or whatever, so just get a bike and start riding.
>>25134
Also, cheap brand-name bikes use no-name parts that probably aren't that much better than what's on a chain-store bike. The frames should be a bit better quality but probably not enough to be worth paying hundreds more when everything else isn't that great.
Also, cheap brand-name bikes use no-name parts that probably aren't that much better than what's on a chain-store bike. The frames should be a bit better quality but probably not enough to be worth paying hundreds more when everything else isn't that great.
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Got ringed by one of these bicycles with children seats yesterday.
Urban areas need more bicycle paths that aren't sidewalks.
Urban areas need more bicycle paths that aren't sidewalks.
>>25751
You mean the ones crowded by shirtless /fit/ chads jogging with their GFs, and obnoxiously cheery house-wives who smile and wave at you.
Stick to the sidewalks.
You mean the ones crowded by shirtless /fit/ chads jogging with their GFs, and obnoxiously cheery house-wives who smile and wave at you.
Stick to the sidewalks.
I don't see how anyone could bicycle in a city. I live in a rural area and nearly have a heart attack when I get passed by the rare car, I can't imagine the traffic and populace.
>>27024
We literally grow up with it. So you get used to it, sort of like exposure therapy or whatever.
We literally grow up with it. So you get used to it, sort of like exposure therapy or whatever.
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I used to ride my bike a lot, I put over 1000 miles on it in less than half a year. That ended when I was in a head-on collision with another cyclist, they were riding on the wrong side of the path and came around a corner quickly. I had my GPS tracker running at the time and realised afterwards that I wasn't even going 10mph at the time of the impact, so the other guy must have been going quite fast. He was fine and walked away, I had some broken bones and blood pouring out of my ear and had to quit my job. Bicycle was ruined and I've only now slowly been able to afford to get it built back up.
Bit scared to get back on the bike for long journeys now, although I'd really like to get into bicycle touring.
Dream bike would be pic related.
Bit scared to get back on the bike for long journeys now, although I'd really like to get into bicycle touring.
Dream bike would be pic related.
my sister bought me a cheap used bike but I tried it and I don't like it at all, felt like it was going to collapse under my weight and it probably needed repairs… what are some good sturdy and comfortable bikes you guys can recommend? I feel like w/e I buy is gonna leave me unsatisfied.
>>27024
Different if it's some cramped old city where the roads are narrow anyway, or a new world automobile-era city. In old cities things are close together, so cycling is not so inconvenient and lots of people do it, and they are also used to driving a bit slower because the streets are narrower. In car-cities the roads are all made for them and on-road bicycling is a pathetic joke. And you normally have to ride much further to get anywhere, so normies just don't do it and therefore aren't sympathetic at all to cyclists. Drivers there also have awful selfish mindsets and much further to travel in terrible traffic, so they are always extremely angry and impatient. It's terrible to have to ride for kilometers and kilometers with normies blasting past at 80-100km/h.
Different if it's some cramped old city where the roads are narrow anyway, or a new world automobile-era city. In old cities things are close together, so cycling is not so inconvenient and lots of people do it, and they are also used to driving a bit slower because the streets are narrower. In car-cities the roads are all made for them and on-road bicycling is a pathetic joke. And you normally have to ride much further to get anywhere, so normies just don't do it and therefore aren't sympathetic at all to cyclists. Drivers there also have awful selfish mindsets and much further to travel in terrible traffic, so they are always extremely angry and impatient. It's terrible to have to ride for kilometers and kilometers with normies blasting past at 80-100km/h.
>>25134
>Giant Roam (might be a bit expensive)
didn't see that post back then and I appreciate the help but yeah, it's waaaaay too expensive. I give up, if you can't get anything decent and not requiring too much maintenance (I suck at manual labor) for a low price I don't think it's worth it, especially when there's human contact involved.
>Giant Roam (might be a bit expensive)
didn't see that post back then and I appreciate the help but yeah, it's waaaaay too expensive. I give up, if you can't get anything decent and not requiring too much maintenance (I suck at manual labor) for a low price I don't think it's worth it, especially when there's human contact involved.
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what do you think about this bike?
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/int/escape-3
I can get one brand new for like $380 over the internet. Still I can't help but think this is too much for a bike…
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/int/escape-3
I can get one brand new for like $380 over the internet. Still I can't help but think this is too much for a bike…
>>27506
In my opinion, fancy bikes like that are designed and marketed towards middle-class people with trendy ideas about environment and fitness, as well as just the people who actually just really enjoy cycling. I'm a functional man myself so even some heavy steel frame is fine for me.
In my opinion, fancy bikes like that are designed and marketed towards middle-class people with trendy ideas about environment and fitness, as well as just the people who actually just really enjoy cycling. I'm a functional man myself so even some heavy steel frame is fine for me.
>>27506
Cheap gears. Makes a bit of a difference, maybe not that much but nicer gears are still smoother and nicer to ride.
Aluminium frames are very stiff and do not absorb bumps, consequently not so comfy and some surfaces will rattle you to death.
The trouble with new low-end bike models is that they aren't very cheap for what you get. They are cheap compared to really expensive bikes, but you still have to pay for the brand name and bike shop markup and all that.
But despite all that it's probably OK if you're comfortable with the price and think you're getting a good deal. I had a Giant CRX 4 and it was fun, but when I rode other bikes I could tell what I was missing out on.
Cheap gears. Makes a bit of a difference, maybe not that much but nicer gears are still smoother and nicer to ride.
Aluminium frames are very stiff and do not absorb bumps, consequently not so comfy and some surfaces will rattle you to death.
The trouble with new low-end bike models is that they aren't very cheap for what you get. They are cheap compared to really expensive bikes, but you still have to pay for the brand name and bike shop markup and all that.
But despite all that it's probably OK if you're comfortable with the price and think you're getting a good deal. I had a Giant CRX 4 and it was fun, but when I rode other bikes I could tell what I was missing out on.
>>27472
All bikes have the same maintenance requirement, but if you own an expensive bike you will probably feel like doing more to protect your expensive purchase. You can reduce the need for maintenance by keeping the gears and chain free of dirt (otherwise it grinds the gears down until you have to replace them), and by buying a cheap bike so that you don't worry so much about it.
If you just do casual riding and don't go that far or very fast you will hardly need to do any maintenance at all.
All bikes have the same maintenance requirement, but if you own an expensive bike you will probably feel like doing more to protect your expensive purchase. You can reduce the need for maintenance by keeping the gears and chain free of dirt (otherwise it grinds the gears down until you have to replace them), and by buying a cheap bike so that you don't worry so much about it.
If you just do casual riding and don't go that far or very fast you will hardly need to do any maintenance at all.
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Thanks for the replies, really helpful as usual.
Lately I've been looking up bikes and info a lot and I don't feel like I learnt anything. Besides and as you'd expect, I'm more confused now than ever. What I want out of a bike is being able to ride for hours at a leisurely pace on all types of terrain (no offroading in the mountains or anything extreme like that of course), go buy groceries and that sort of mundane stuff. Ideally it would be very durable…
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/original-500-hybrid-bike-grey-id_8165507.html
What do you think about this one? It's cheap alright. A bit heavy I suppose?
sorry for hijacking the thread
Lately I've been looking up bikes and info a lot and I don't feel like I learnt anything. Besides and as you'd expect, I'm more confused now than ever. What I want out of a bike is being able to ride for hours at a leisurely pace on all types of terrain (no offroading in the mountains or anything extreme like that of course), go buy groceries and that sort of mundane stuff. Ideally it would be very durable…
http://www.decathlon.co.uk/original-500-hybrid-bike-grey-id_8165507.html
What do you think about this one? It's cheap alright. A bit heavy I suppose?
sorry for hijacking the thread
getting kinda obsessed with this shit tbh
found this
https://www.evanscycles.com/jamis-coda-sport-2016-hybrid-bike-EV245102#/
It's good apparently? I can't tell, and I can't try either.
have you ever been to a bike store? what's your general opinion about them? it seems like they're mostly for people who are already bike-savvy to begin with.
found this
https://www.evanscycles.com/jamis-coda-sport-2016-hybrid-bike-EV245102#/
It's good apparently? I can't tell, and I can't try either.
have you ever been to a bike store? what's your general opinion about them? it seems like they're mostly for people who are already bike-savvy to begin with.
>>27617
That looks much better than the other one you posted.
Bikes stores are like any other stores, their purpose is to sell you stuff and they don't care what you know. It's better than buying online since they can actually let you try the different sizes and give you the right one.
I'm not a fan of hybrid bicycles but that one looks very good.
That looks much better than the other one you posted.
Bikes stores are like any other stores, their purpose is to sell you stuff and they don't care what you know. It's better than buying online since they can actually let you try the different sizes and give you the right one.
I'm not a fan of hybrid bicycles but that one looks very good.
Does long distance biking harm leg muscle? I know marathoning does..maybe biking doesnt because theres no impact on the joints
I have built a new front wheel for my bicycle. It was not as annoying to do as the back wheel that I built around four years ago and a surprisingly quick process (for my lack of experience with building wheels). It's slightly oval now and and I have to adjust the spokes a bit more to get it as round as possible, but I will do that after I have ridden a few more kilometers.
Which reminds me, do you do repairs on your bike yourself or do you let people with more expertise do them?
Which reminds me, do you do repairs on your bike yourself or do you let people with more expertise do them?
>>27620
There are comments on google about how such and such store owners are bike snobs, or charge a preposterous amount for simple repairs, are antipathetic to customers. You know, that sort of thing.
There are comments on google about how such and such store owners are bike snobs, or charge a preposterous amount for simple repairs, are antipathetic to customers. You know, that sort of thing.
>>27621
It depend on how well you work up to long distances and get proper rest.
Generally if you listen to your body and don't do anything foolish you should be fine leg wise.
I have heard of people having stuff like sore knees and majorly chapped asses from doing long trips (bike touring whole countries and stuff) but no permanent damage. They just should have trained a bit more for distance before the trip and taken longer rest during their stops.
It depend on how well you work up to long distances and get proper rest.
Generally if you listen to your body and don't do anything foolish you should be fine leg wise.
I have heard of people having stuff like sore knees and majorly chapped asses from doing long trips (bike touring whole countries and stuff) but no permanent damage. They just should have trained a bit more for distance before the trip and taken longer rest during their stops.
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I've been thinking about going bicycle full-time instead of using a car, but there's the problem of pic related. I really, REALLY like my water in glass bottles and they come in these particular boxes. I can't figure out how I would transport them using a bicycle (a trailer is a bad idea because the streets here are narrow and full of parked cars and I'd probably hit stuff).
I notice the bike in >>25751 is like a pick-up bike with the bed in front, are there bikes like that which I could use to transport my water?
I notice the bike in >>25751 is like a pick-up bike with the bed in front, are there bikes like that which I could use to transport my water?
>>27645
couldn't help but laugh, to me it sounds like you are in some post-apocalyptic world where fresh water is worth more than gold.
i think you could strap one of those crates to the front in place of a bike basket and just manually insert your glass bottles into it, no? maybe you could make a cover to keep people from taking them, but really i don't think anyone would even steal plain water.
couldn't help but laugh, to me it sounds like you are in some post-apocalyptic world where fresh water is worth more than gold.
i think you could strap one of those crates to the front in place of a bike basket and just manually insert your glass bottles into it, no? maybe you could make a cover to keep people from taking them, but really i don't think anyone would even steal plain water.
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>>27648
I suppose that would be possible, but these crates weigh about 20 pounds or more. If I strap them to the handlebars, wouldn't that have a huge impact on my steering ability?
It'd probably be best if I could put them in the back of the bike. Then again, I found pic related, so it seems to work even when in front. Might have to do a test run somehow.
I suppose that would be possible, but these crates weigh about 20 pounds or more. If I strap them to the handlebars, wouldn't that have a huge impact on my steering ability?
It'd probably be best if I could put them in the back of the bike. Then again, I found pic related, so it seems to work even when in front. Might have to do a test run somehow.
>>27650
You could get some saddlebags maybe, but you'd have to take the bottles out of their crate.
You could get some saddlebags maybe, but you'd have to take the bottles out of their crate.
How i envy all of you people living in rural places of first world countries and such, i hate this third world shithole where even walking around the block is a big tangible threat on my life.
>>27650
how big are those glass bottles? are they the size of beer bottles? the weight of 8 beer bottles isn't much and wouldn't be a big deal.
how big are those glass bottles? are they the size of beer bottles? the weight of 8 beer bottles isn't much and wouldn't be a big deal.
>>27652
The water is carbonated, so I worry that having free-swinging bottles in saddlebags will just make them go volcano when I open them afterward. It'd be better if they stayed in their box.
>>27655
0.7 liters x 12 plus the weight of the glass and the box. It should be noticeably heavier than 8 beer bottles.
The water is carbonated, so I worry that having free-swinging bottles in saddlebags will just make them go volcano when I open them afterward. It'd be better if they stayed in their box.
>>27655
0.7 liters x 12 plus the weight of the glass and the box. It should be noticeably heavier than 8 beer bottles.
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>>27658
If you leave them in a cold place all the CO2 will redissolve into the water overnight.
Maybe what that other anon said of strapping the box to the handlebars could work too, after all there are people that use front wheel panniers without any problems, so I don't think it should change the handling too much.
If you leave them in a cold place all the CO2 will redissolve into the water overnight.
Maybe what that other anon said of strapping the box to the handlebars could work too, after all there are people that use front wheel panniers without any problems, so I don't think it should change the handling too much.
>>27829
There's no need. I'm a casual slow driver and I do it at 4-5am when nobody's around. But if it happens to be the day when the dumb normalishitter will finally crash into me then I doubt that the measly little helmet will save me. If I die then so be it, that's even better.
There's no need. I'm a casual slow driver and I do it at 4-5am when nobody's around. But if it happens to be the day when the dumb normalishitter will finally crash into me then I doubt that the measly little helmet will save me. If I die then so be it, that's even better.
>>27830
There is another possibility which is that you are turned into some degree of vegetable and get to live out your days in an even worse hell.
There is another possibility which is that you are turned into some degree of vegetable and get to live out your days in an even worse hell.
>>27831
That's the point of a helmet- it's to turn non-fatal injuries into something that is not damaging. You might break some bones but that can heal, you can't heal a broken brain.
And if it's fatal, well that helmet can only do so much. It's not to save your life it's to save your brain in fairly low-impact situations.
That's the point of a helmet- it's to turn non-fatal injuries into something that is not damaging. You might break some bones but that can heal, you can't heal a broken brain.
And if it's fatal, well that helmet can only do so much. It's not to save your life it's to save your brain in fairly low-impact situations.
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http://everydaybicycles.com/products/annex-m-700-7
Bought this new for $250 today. I needed something to roll around the city and make a monthly ~12km trek on country roads. I'm surprised actually. It was the third cheapest bike in the whole department store, and it has more of what I need than any other model did. The luggage racks will come in handy because I will be needing to haul groceries eventually. It looks totally hipster/san-fran, but that's only because it is. It has a bottle opener built in for Christ's sake. It won't help the image when I put a banana seat on to support my chisel ass. I already lost the rear reflector on a dirt trail and I need to go find it on foot because unsurprisingly this isn't a trail bike.
I haven't biked since high school (7 years) and even then it was a rare event. I'll try to get out tomorrow morning and report back.
Bought this new for $250 today. I needed something to roll around the city and make a monthly ~12km trek on country roads. I'm surprised actually. It was the third cheapest bike in the whole department store, and it has more of what I need than any other model did. The luggage racks will come in handy because I will be needing to haul groceries eventually. It looks totally hipster/san-fran, but that's only because it is. It has a bottle opener built in for Christ's sake. It won't help the image when I put a banana seat on to support my chisel ass. I already lost the rear reflector on a dirt trail and I need to go find it on foot because unsurprisingly this isn't a trail bike.
I haven't biked since high school (7 years) and even then it was a rare event. I'll try to get out tomorrow morning and report back.
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This is my bike! it's a raleigh m50, i think.
i bought it for $150 on craigslist, if i remember correctly. it's not a perfect bike, but it's in good shape and I love riding it on nice days.
i bought it for $150 on craigslist, if i remember correctly. it's not a perfect bike, but it's in good shape and I love riding it on nice days.
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I had trouble reaching the handlebars on my roadbike so i flipped them around , is it a rider-taboo to do so?
anything to know about basic maintenance for a complete novice?
this afternoon I had an issue with my derailer and I have no idea how to fix it, thankfully it wasn't too far away from home so I walked back with the bicycle. I probably would have ditched the damn thing (it's a cheap second-hand pos) if I had gone too far
this afternoon I had an issue with my derailer and I have no idea how to fix it, thankfully it wasn't too far away from home so I walked back with the bicycle. I probably would have ditched the damn thing (it's a cheap second-hand pos) if I had gone too far
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>>29471
Any bicycle repair shops near your place?
Any bicycle repair shops near your place?
>>29774
I had to drop it after first season. I hoped it wouldn't be a carbon copy of Initial D. This over-expressing of bike races were too ridiculous for me.
I had to drop it after first season. I hoped it wouldn't be a carbon copy of Initial D. This over-expressing of bike races were too ridiculous for me.
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>>29780
Long Riders then?
Long Riders then?
I don't get it, how does biking not hurt your ass and balls?
I am not trolling or trying to stir up shit. This is a legit question of mine.
Like every few years I pull out my bike, (usually to work cardio while working around a injury) and end up giving it up after 2 weeks or less from crippling pain in my ass and balls.
Another thing, I have a mountain bike, but it truly sucks going up even slight hills with the thing compared to going up a hill on anything else. Skateboards, scooters, walking, roller-blades, caster boards, etc. all seem to climb hills better then something allegedly built to climb hills. No configuration of gears makes it more efferent and usually faster then to just get off and carry the thing up a steep hill.
The thing that sucks even more is biking would actually be pretty useful to me since I don't have a car and live in a pretty bike friendly city. Theoretically, biking would be a great way to go long distances in a relatively short amount of time (compared to walking or taking a bus that stops and nearly every corner). In practice it hurts too much to be useful.
I am not trolling or trying to stir up shit. This is a legit question of mine.
Like every few years I pull out my bike, (usually to work cardio while working around a injury) and end up giving it up after 2 weeks or less from crippling pain in my ass and balls.
Another thing, I have a mountain bike, but it truly sucks going up even slight hills with the thing compared to going up a hill on anything else. Skateboards, scooters, walking, roller-blades, caster boards, etc. all seem to climb hills better then something allegedly built to climb hills. No configuration of gears makes it more efferent and usually faster then to just get off and carry the thing up a steep hill.
The thing that sucks even more is biking would actually be pretty useful to me since I don't have a car and live in a pretty bike friendly city. Theoretically, biking would be a great way to go long distances in a relatively short amount of time (compared to walking or taking a bus that stops and nearly every corner). In practice it hurts too much to be useful.
>>29846
sounds like the saddle is not properly adjusted. the height should be right and your position on the saddle should be correct. may be the saddle is not right for you.
for me, it is not painless, but it is ok.
sounds like the saddle is not properly adjusted. the height should be right and your position on the saddle should be correct. may be the saddle is not right for you.
for me, it is not painless, but it is ok.
>>29851
How I go about fixing it?
I don't know what height and position is correct, and if I took it to a bike shop they would probably charge me $100 bucks just to look at the damn thing.
I know that they probably sell saddles online or at a place like walmart or something where I can get something reasonably priced, but if I did it that way I would have no clue if it was "right for me".
I mean, I actually won it over a decade ago, so I am not looking to spend hundreds of dollars to fix something I don't even enjoy.
It also does not solve the problem that it is faster and easier to do jump squats up a hill then ride a mountain bike up the same hill. Like are bikes not meant to go up hills or is their some trick to it that I don't get? If I shift down to the lowest gears I have to kick like a mad man to go 2 mph on flat ground and even slower up hill. Higher gears makes if feel like I am doing deep one leg squats with 100 extra pounds going up hill. Which I guess is good for my legs but make it a shit way to get around. I don't get why it is so hard.
How I go about fixing it?
I don't know what height and position is correct, and if I took it to a bike shop they would probably charge me $100 bucks just to look at the damn thing.
I know that they probably sell saddles online or at a place like walmart or something where I can get something reasonably priced, but if I did it that way I would have no clue if it was "right for me".
I mean, I actually won it over a decade ago, so I am not looking to spend hundreds of dollars to fix something I don't even enjoy.
It also does not solve the problem that it is faster and easier to do jump squats up a hill then ride a mountain bike up the same hill. Like are bikes not meant to go up hills or is their some trick to it that I don't get? If I shift down to the lowest gears I have to kick like a mad man to go 2 mph on flat ground and even slower up hill. Higher gears makes if feel like I am doing deep one leg squats with 100 extra pounds going up hill. Which I guess is good for my legs but make it a shit way to get around. I don't get why it is so hard.
>>29859
look on the internet: how to adjust saddle height and angle. it can be harder to pedal when the saddle is too low.
look on the internet: how to adjust saddle height and angle. it can be harder to pedal when the saddle is too low.
>>29863
I will check it out.
As for saddle type I guess I could go to walmart and sit on bikes until I fine a saddle type that don't feel like a boot to the booty-hole or a kick to the crotch.
I will check it out.
As for saddle type I guess I could go to walmart and sit on bikes until I fine a saddle type that don't feel like a boot to the booty-hole or a kick to the crotch.
>>29859
I've read that hard saddles are the best to avoid pain, and in my experience this is true. They should have little give so you're resting your weight on your sitting bones.
I don't know what to tell you about going uphill.
Maybe there is something wrong with your bike, are the tires properly inflated? Do the wheels spin freely when they're off the ground?
Maybe the seat height is wrong so you can't use your leg power. It should high enough so that at the bottom of the pedal stroke your knee is all but fully extended, but not completely so that the knee hits the limit of its range or you'll hurt yourself.
If you can lay your feet flat on the ground while sitting on the saddle the seat is too low.
I've read that hard saddles are the best to avoid pain, and in my experience this is true. They should have little give so you're resting your weight on your sitting bones.
I don't know what to tell you about going uphill.
Maybe there is something wrong with your bike, are the tires properly inflated? Do the wheels spin freely when they're off the ground?
Maybe the seat height is wrong so you can't use your leg power. It should high enough so that at the bottom of the pedal stroke your knee is all but fully extended, but not completely so that the knee hits the limit of its range or you'll hurt yourself.
If you can lay your feet flat on the ground while sitting on the saddle the seat is too low.
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>>29846
Bike pants.
Saddles are hard, so it doesn't press your flesh when you're sitting on it. So the cushion is in the bike pants.
Bike pants.
Saddles are hard, so it doesn't press your flesh when you're sitting on it. So the cushion is in the bike pants.
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You wanna buy a bicycle?
>>29867
>I've read that hard saddles are the best to avoid pain, and in my experience this is true
I would not have guessed that. Then again my current saddle is very hard, but then again it could be that the shape is the main cause of problems.
>They should have little give so you're resting your weight on your sitting bones.
Sitting bones?
>are the tires properly inflated?
Nope, have to patch the back wheel. testing is it deflates pretty quickly when actually riding.
>Do the wheels spin freely when they're off the ground?
yes
>Maybe the seat height is wrong so you can't use your leg power.
This seems to be the main culprit. Turns out I need to actually get a extended whatever the pole that is between the saddle and frame is called, or get a bigger bike. Actually after I looked it up online and then did measurements, I found out my bike is technically too small for me, which seems to be the root of the hill climbing problems.
I will admit I would not have figured all these problems out if it were not for all the help I gotten in this thread. Thanks.
>>29877
I have read that you are not supposed to wear underpants with those.
Gross for like 3 reasons. No thanks.
>I've read that hard saddles are the best to avoid pain, and in my experience this is true
I would not have guessed that. Then again my current saddle is very hard, but then again it could be that the shape is the main cause of problems.
>They should have little give so you're resting your weight on your sitting bones.
Sitting bones?
>are the tires properly inflated?
Nope, have to patch the back wheel. testing is it deflates pretty quickly when actually riding.
>Do the wheels spin freely when they're off the ground?
yes
>Maybe the seat height is wrong so you can't use your leg power.
This seems to be the main culprit. Turns out I need to actually get a extended whatever the pole that is between the saddle and frame is called, or get a bigger bike. Actually after I looked it up online and then did measurements, I found out my bike is technically too small for me, which seems to be the root of the hill climbing problems.
I will admit I would not have figured all these problems out if it were not for all the help I gotten in this thread. Thanks.
>>29877
I have read that you are not supposed to wear underpants with those.
Gross for like 3 reasons. No thanks.
>>30022
>I have read that you are not supposed to wear underpants with those.
They are the underpants. You're supposed to wear them underneath regular pants for comfort. Most hardcore cyclists are too free-spirited to realise this so it's become normal to see them worn on the outside. Just think of them as boxer shorts with some extra padding.
>I have read that you are not supposed to wear underpants with those.
They are the underpants. You're supposed to wear them underneath regular pants for comfort. Most hardcore cyclists are too free-spirited to realise this so it's become normal to see them worn on the outside. Just think of them as boxer shorts with some extra padding.
>>30023
>They are the underpants
Oh, that make a lot of sense.
>Most hardcore cyclists are too free-spirited to realise this so it's become normal to see them worn on the outside.
That also makes a lot of sense.
Well then, if I see any on sell in my area I will pick them up to at the very least try em before I knock em.
>They are the underpants
Oh, that make a lot of sense.
>Most hardcore cyclists are too free-spirited to realise this so it's become normal to see them worn on the outside.
That also makes a lot of sense.
Well then, if I see any on sell in my area I will pick them up to at the very least try em before I knock em.
>be me
>can't ride a bike
What's the best way to learn? Where's the best place to learn discreetly?
>can't ride a bike
What's the best way to learn? Where's the best place to learn discreetly?
>>30040
I recommend grassy areas. Brute force is how people learn. What keeps you balanced is the forward momentum, moving forwards is a stabilising force so the idea is to be balanced while moving rather than be balanced to start with.
You will fall off the bike. Many times. Kneepads and something to protect your palms and elbows are a good idea. Wouldn't worry about a helmet when you're not going to hit or get hit by anything.
Best time would be saturday or sunday morning. Early, like 7-9am. Most people catch up on sleep on the weekends so their boss can wring more waking hours out of them during the workweek.
Just keep trying. There's no magic, you're actually causing neurons to align themselves into certain patterns in your cerebellum, and it's a trial and error process. It's a physical neurological process.
You go from consciously controlling your muscles (can't ride a bike) to letting the cerebellum handle it (which is a part of the brain that is basically 'muscle memory'. The cerebellum is a part of the brain that adapts to repeated actions. The neurons align themselves into like a computer program for your muscles, like a script to automate certain motions instead of having them be consciously controlled.).
This process takes time and effort.
I recommend grassy areas. Brute force is how people learn. What keeps you balanced is the forward momentum, moving forwards is a stabilising force so the idea is to be balanced while moving rather than be balanced to start with.
You will fall off the bike. Many times. Kneepads and something to protect your palms and elbows are a good idea. Wouldn't worry about a helmet when you're not going to hit or get hit by anything.
Best time would be saturday or sunday morning. Early, like 7-9am. Most people catch up on sleep on the weekends so their boss can wring more waking hours out of them during the workweek.
Just keep trying. There's no magic, you're actually causing neurons to align themselves into certain patterns in your cerebellum, and it's a trial and error process. It's a physical neurological process.
You go from consciously controlling your muscles (can't ride a bike) to letting the cerebellum handle it (which is a part of the brain that is basically 'muscle memory'. The cerebellum is a part of the brain that adapts to repeated actions. The neurons align themselves into like a computer program for your muscles, like a script to automate certain motions instead of having them be consciously controlled.).
This process takes time and effort.
>>30040
The previous poster has great advice. Also I recommend you learn about counter-steering, to some extent you'll learn this intuitively, but being aware of it will help you take corners better later on.
>>30022
Definitely get that rear wheel fixed and pump it as far as possible, so that you can bounce it on the ground like a basketball.
Getting a properly sized bicycle is key if you're interested in cycling, I had to ride a teen-sized bicycle for about a year after mine got stolen and it was horrible.
I don't know that the proper term for sitting bones is, but you'll feel them if you sit on a chair without padding and shift backwards and forwards.
The previous poster has great advice. Also I recommend you learn about counter-steering, to some extent you'll learn this intuitively, but being aware of it will help you take corners better later on.
>>30022
Definitely get that rear wheel fixed and pump it as far as possible, so that you can bounce it on the ground like a basketball.
Getting a properly sized bicycle is key if you're interested in cycling, I had to ride a teen-sized bicycle for about a year after mine got stolen and it was horrible.
I don't know that the proper term for sitting bones is, but you'll feel them if you sit on a chair without padding and shift backwards and forwards.
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>>30076
>but you'll feel them if you sit on a chair without padding and shift backwards and forwards
Just feel the meat/muscle of my ass.
Even looking at a skeleton I am a bit confused, the bones and where the saddle is don't line up.
>but you'll feel them if you sit on a chair without padding and shift backwards and forwards
Just feel the meat/muscle of my ass.
Even looking at a skeleton I am a bit confused, the bones and where the saddle is don't line up.
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>>30098
Try leaning forward.
It's really just the bottom of the pelvis.
Unless you're riding pic related you should notice your weight on that part when sitting on the saddle.
Try leaning forward.
It's really just the bottom of the pelvis.
Unless you're riding pic related you should notice your weight on that part when sitting on the saddle.
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>>30040
First learn how to balance on a moving bicycle. A balance (no pedals) bicycle would be the best way to do this. Learn to steer and stop by putting feet on ground. If your feet can't touch the ground, bicycle is too high for you.
Second after learning balance, then you can add pedalling to the repertoire.
Also youtube if you need video to help.
First learn how to balance on a moving bicycle. A balance (no pedals) bicycle would be the best way to do this. Learn to steer and stop by putting feet on ground. If your feet can't touch the ground, bicycle is too high for you.
Second after learning balance, then you can add pedalling to the repertoire.
Also youtube if you need video to help.
>>30045
Yep, that is how I learned to ride a bike. Dad took me to the park and just told me to ride the bike.
After fucking up a few times I learned eventually. Once I learned how to balance, I learned the rest, such as learning how to turn at speed and applying brakes properly.
Yep, that is how I learned to ride a bike. Dad took me to the park and just told me to ride the bike.
After fucking up a few times I learned eventually. Once I learned how to balance, I learned the rest, such as learning how to turn at speed and applying brakes properly.
>>29846
>balls
Point your saddle down. Hardcore racers point the saddle up because they use their legs to help steer, but if you're not one of them (and you're obviously not), you're just crushing your nads. This will also help with any saddle sore problems. Just don't point so far down that you start sliding off the seat.
>balls
Point your saddle down. Hardcore racers point the saddle up because they use their legs to help steer, but if you're not one of them (and you're obviously not), you're just crushing your nads. This will also help with any saddle sore problems. Just don't point so far down that you start sliding off the seat.
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Red Unibike Evolution I got almost ten years ago. I absolutely love it, it's one of my closest friends.
I live in Poland, so we have plenty of woods and lately city infrastructure, I use it anytime I can. I used it quite often for the last five years, when I used it to get to my academy. Too bad weather is shit now, I didn't get to use it too much this year.
I live in Poland, so we have plenty of woods and lately city infrastructure, I use it anytime I can. I used it quite often for the last five years, when I used it to get to my academy. Too bad weather is shit now, I didn't get to use it too much this year.
>>29846
it hurts the chode area, but only after first time or a very long trip, and my saddle is a regular, hard one.
it hurts the chode area, but only after first time or a very long trip, and my saddle is a regular, hard one.
>>30190
Very nice, it looks in very good condition.
Mine is only six years old but it's all banged up, with scratched paint, dented rims and a missing spoke.
How do those fenders work for you? I've been thinking of getting some so I can go for a ride after it rains, but there's so much to choose from…
Very nice, it looks in very good condition.
Mine is only six years old but it's all banged up, with scratched paint, dented rims and a missing spoke.
How do those fenders work for you? I've been thinking of getting some so I can go for a ride after it rains, but there's so much to choose from…
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I prefer people-powered scooters…
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Using bicycles for commute rather than exercise? What nonsense is this?!?
https://www.bikeexchange.com.au/blog
https://www.bikeexchange.com.au/blog
>>31513
>Using bicycles for commute rather than exercise? What nonsense is this?!?
you should know riding a bicycle, whether to commute or not, is exercise all the same!
>Using bicycles for commute rather than exercise? What nonsense is this?!?
you should know riding a bicycle, whether to commute or not, is exercise all the same!
Low maintenance bicycle ~ https://www.prioritybicycles.com
Uses aluminium, belt & internal gears> Sounds good…
Uses aluminium, belt & internal gears> Sounds good…
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The right one is mine. It's actually Whistle Miwok 614 as far as I remember, but the former owner painted it.
OP here.
FINALLY GOT IT!!!!
I've been wanting a bike since i made this thread in april and yesterday the chance to buy it cheap finally appeared. I'm pretty excited but i need to adjust that damn big ring shift.
FINALLY GOT IT!!!!
I've been wanting a bike since i made this thread in april and yesterday the chance to buy it cheap finally appeared. I'm pretty excited but i need to adjust that damn big ring shift.
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>>32313
Nice one, OP
Nice one, OP
Do you know of any good resources on how to fix/maintain a bike? I'm planning on bike touring so I need to learn just about everything when it comes to bicycle mechanics.
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>>32858
I have the encyclopedia in the pic related. I can upload it on a site you want to get, it's 13MB so I can't upload it.
Also GCN channel on Youtube is a great source.
I have the encyclopedia in the pic related. I can upload it on a site you want to get, it's 13MB so I can't upload it.
Also GCN channel on Youtube is a great source.
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>>32667
I got this one, got it from Pricesmart (Costco Subsidiary in latin america). A cousin works there and they give him the last remaining item of anything there half the price. Its original price was 280 but they discounted it for him at 140. I already tried it and it's pretty nice. I still have to do some adjustments for the shifts and pretty much learn to ride it again. It's being so long since i had one, so i already forgot how to turn, but hopefully i'll become experienced very quick.
I got this one, got it from Pricesmart (Costco Subsidiary in latin america). A cousin works there and they give him the last remaining item of anything there half the price. Its original price was 280 but they discounted it for him at 140. I already tried it and it's pretty nice. I still have to do some adjustments for the shifts and pretty much learn to ride it again. It's being so long since i had one, so i already forgot how to turn, but hopefully i'll become experienced very quick.
>>32860
>I have the encyclopedia in the pic related. I can upload it on a site you want to get, it's 13MB so I can't upload it.
Yes, I'd be interested
>I have the encyclopedia in the pic related. I can upload it on a site you want to get, it's 13MB so I can't upload it.
Yes, I'd be interested
>>32896
But I can't upload it here because max filesize is 10MB in Wizardchan. Tell me where I should upload it, please.
But I can't upload it here because max filesize is 10MB in Wizardchan. Tell me where I should upload it, please.
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>>23640
One good thing about old bikes is that they don't look like anything worse stealing and you will look poor while riding it which should make you less interesting for anyone who sees you.
2-300 is absolutely enough, especially for a used one and in a cheap country. I got a decent one for around 200 and I live in an expensive country.
One good thing about old bikes is that they don't look like anything worse stealing and you will look poor while riding it which should make you less interesting for anyone who sees you.
2-300 is absolutely enough, especially for a used one and in a cheap country. I got a decent one for around 200 and I live in an expensive country.
Is there a way of buying used bicycles without buying stolen ones?
I really refuse to support bike theft.
I really refuse to support bike theft.
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>>33287
i believe the shoes just enable you to pedal with more force, in addition to eliminating water slipperiness.
with a regular bicycle pedal, you push down with one foot, and then push down with the other, and so on. but with bicycle shoes that lock into the pedals, you push down with one foot and pull up with the other.
i always thought they were for people doing offroad biking, but you can probably do other stuff with them.
i believe the shoes just enable you to pedal with more force, in addition to eliminating water slipperiness.
with a regular bicycle pedal, you push down with one foot, and then push down with the other, and so on. but with bicycle shoes that lock into the pedals, you push down with one foot and pull up with the other.
i always thought they were for people doing offroad biking, but you can probably do other stuff with them.
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>>33287
>>33302
There are 'mountain' clipless and 'road' clipless shoes. Mountains have cleats recessed into the sole of the shoe for easier walking. Roads' cleats stick out from the sole.
I was hesitant before I bought my pair, but they may have been the single purchase that most improved my riding. They make energy transfer from your legs to the pedals so much more efficiently. People say that you're guaranteed to fall off a few times while getting used to them, but I never did, and while there's a risk of falling if you unexpectedly need to put your legs down, I still always manage to get my feet detached and legs down in time thanks to muscle memory. There are toe clips, see pic, which I hate because they don't secure your feet like clipless pedals, and have actually fallen due to my feet getting stuck in them.
I very much recommend them if you ride even just moderate distances. I got mine online, but not before returning a pair that was too small, and even then the pair I settled on is a little narrow. For that reason I'd say to try pairs on at a store.
>>33302
There are 'mountain' clipless and 'road' clipless shoes. Mountains have cleats recessed into the sole of the shoe for easier walking. Roads' cleats stick out from the sole.
I was hesitant before I bought my pair, but they may have been the single purchase that most improved my riding. They make energy transfer from your legs to the pedals so much more efficiently. People say that you're guaranteed to fall off a few times while getting used to them, but I never did, and while there's a risk of falling if you unexpectedly need to put your legs down, I still always manage to get my feet detached and legs down in time thanks to muscle memory. There are toe clips, see pic, which I hate because they don't secure your feet like clipless pedals, and have actually fallen due to my feet getting stuck in them.
I very much recommend them if you ride even just moderate distances. I got mine online, but not before returning a pair that was too small, and even then the pair I settled on is a little narrow. For that reason I'd say to try pairs on at a store.
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Bicycle lights for the night.
http://imgur.com/gallery/BBFNLTD
Road Rash
www.bicycling.com/culture/people/americas-most-powerful-bike-commuter
Bbicycle infrastructure is as important as having a good bicycle.
http://www.ecowatch.com/nations-longest-bike-path-will-connect-maine-to-florida-1935939819.html
Foldable & Hubless
http://gizmodo.com/this-hubless-bicycle-folds-to-the-size-of-an-umbrella-1570751156
The world needs more lit bicycle paths;
http://www.odditycentral.com/news/polish-city-unveils-beautiful-glow-in-the-dark-bicycle-path-thats-charged-directly-by-the-sun.html
http://imgur.com/gallery/BBFNLTD
Road Rash
www.bicycling.com/culture/people/americas-most-powerful-bike-commuter
Bbicycle infrastructure is as important as having a good bicycle.
http://www.ecowatch.com/nations-longest-bike-path-will-connect-maine-to-florida-1935939819.html
Foldable & Hubless
http://gizmodo.com/this-hubless-bicycle-folds-to-the-size-of-an-umbrella-1570751156
The world needs more lit bicycle paths;
http://www.odditycentral.com/news/polish-city-unveils-beautiful-glow-in-the-dark-bicycle-path-thats-charged-directly-by-the-sun.html
>>33368
>Bicycle lights for the night
Reminded me of this: http://en.rocketnews24.com/2012/12/31/display-your-own-animations-on-your-bicycle-wheel-with-anipov-goes-on-sale-january-2013/
Of course I'm thinking of anime succubi.
>Bicycle lights for the night
Reminded me of this: http://en.rocketnews24.com/2012/12/31/display-your-own-animations-on-your-bicycle-wheel-with-anipov-goes-on-sale-january-2013/
Of course I'm thinking of anime succubi.
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>>33410
Start with a mountain bicycle; it should have thick and grippy wheels..
Start with a mountain bicycle; it should have thick and grippy wheels..
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Ride like the wind
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Encouraging Bicycle Commuting?
<sarcasm> COMMUNISM! </sarcasm>
http://www.cbc.ca/beta/news/health/cycling-commute-public-health-1.4077711
<sarcasm> COMMUNISM! </sarcasm>
http://www.cbc.ca/beta/news/health/cycling-commute-public-health-1.4077711
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Bought some wheels. B'Twin Triban 500 SE if you're interested.
Nice riding.
Unfortunately I must have hit a pothole or something and the rear wheel is so out of true it's scraping against the brake pads, so I'll be tuning that when I get hold of a spoke key.
Still breaking my butt in.
Nice riding.
Unfortunately I must have hit a pothole or something and the rear wheel is so out of true it's scraping against the brake pads, so I'll be tuning that when I get hold of a spoke key.
Still breaking my butt in.
>>28855
I never ended up posting about it. I've been biking a lot recently. 250 km so far this month, daily commutes and exploration. Even with a double wide seat and cushion I become incapacitated from the butthurt after 20 minutes and need to flex about to reintroduce blood to my legs. I popped a more solid rear reflector on it and disengaged my rear breaks in the process. The rear fender scre fell out randomly so the whole assembly just rocks and knocks about.
It's rickety, especially for a hard tail, but when it's up to speed it stays straight and smooth. When I hit a lip of tarmac it sounds like a small car crash. Worth the money I spent though. The big problem I have with it is that first gear is still really tough. It feels like a mountain bike's third gear. There are a lot of hills in my area.
I never ended up posting about it. I've been biking a lot recently. 250 km so far this month, daily commutes and exploration. Even with a double wide seat and cushion I become incapacitated from the butthurt after 20 minutes and need to flex about to reintroduce blood to my legs. I popped a more solid rear reflector on it and disengaged my rear breaks in the process. The rear fender scre fell out randomly so the whole assembly just rocks and knocks about.
It's rickety, especially for a hard tail, but when it's up to speed it stays straight and smooth. When I hit a lip of tarmac it sounds like a small car crash. Worth the money I spent though. The big problem I have with it is that first gear is still really tough. It feels like a mountain bike's third gear. There are a lot of hills in my area.
>>37273
Wider and softer seats are actually detrimental since they restrict blood flow. Try a saddle shaped saddle.
Wider and softer seats are actually detrimental since they restrict blood flow. Try a saddle shaped saddle.
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I bought a 2012 Cannondale Caad 8 for 500 Euros, pretty good condition and already hit my first 500 kilometers with it. So far everything is nice but my only complaint is that i am 159cm and my frame is around 54 cm so i couldn't get a nice saddle to handle bar drop(i have a relatively short legs), how important is the handle bar drop for biking anyway?
>even with a double wide seat and cushion I become incapacitated from the butthurt after 20 minutes and need to flex about to reintroduce blood to my legs
My whole crotch goes numb.
They make special seats with an open space where the horn usually is, so male parts aren't getting squished. I wonder why they aren't standard on men's bicycles.
My whole crotch goes numb.
They make special seats with an open space where the horn usually is, so male parts aren't getting squished. I wonder why they aren't standard on men's bicycles.
Why do most people prefer the seat in their bike to be set high? I always set mine lower so my feet touch the ground when I sit
>>37297
I've always wondered, too.
I think they enjoy the feel of something wedged up their ass crack.
I've always wondered, too.
I think they enjoy the feel of something wedged up their ass crack.
>>37292
>how important is the handle bar drop for biking anyway?
It has mostly to do with leverages. When you sit upright you use mostly quad, when you lean forward you involve the glutes more which is a stronger muscle. But it's also a more uncomfortable position. Look how the pros ride with a hunched over back and completely leaned forward, it's all to maximize leverage.
>>37297
When the seat is low the leg in a 90 degree angle and is under more tension. When the seat is high the quad is more extended and is under less tension. Having the quad extended is a stronger position. It can be compared to doing a pushup; if you only go a tiny bit down it'll be much easier than going all the way down, because the arms are more extended which gives a better leverage and puts the muscles under less tension.
>how important is the handle bar drop for biking anyway?
It has mostly to do with leverages. When you sit upright you use mostly quad, when you lean forward you involve the glutes more which is a stronger muscle. But it's also a more uncomfortable position. Look how the pros ride with a hunched over back and completely leaned forward, it's all to maximize leverage.
>>37297
When the seat is low the leg in a 90 degree angle and is under more tension. When the seat is high the quad is more extended and is under less tension. Having the quad extended is a stronger position. It can be compared to doing a pushup; if you only go a tiny bit down it'll be much easier than going all the way down, because the arms are more extended which gives a better leverage and puts the muscles under less tension.
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Fucking wagecucks man. I went out for a ride today but then they were doing construction on one of the roads and all this insane ratrace traffic. Afterwards I rode on a small road through a forest which was lovely. The ride started shitty and ended great. I already feel a lot better in shape also, I did a 7 hour ride last week which totally annihiliated me. Tomorrow I might do an 8 hour ride.
I'm planning my first bike tour and I might start next week or at the end of the month. I also experimented with clothes today to figure out what to wear, I used thermal underwear and sandals without socks and I didn't freeze at all. If I tour I will bring as little clothes as possible, I won't wear shoes either.
The thing I worry about whether this bike is fucking me up. It felt like a lot of pressure in the penis area and that shit can't be good for the dick in the long run? Does these saddles with holes in them (pic related) work? I might head out to the store now and buy it.
I'm planning my first bike tour and I might start next week or at the end of the month. I also experimented with clothes today to figure out what to wear, I used thermal underwear and sandals without socks and I didn't freeze at all. If I tour I will bring as little clothes as possible, I won't wear shoes either.
The thing I worry about whether this bike is fucking me up. It felt like a lot of pressure in the penis area and that shit can't be good for the dick in the long run? Does these saddles with holes in them (pic related) work? I might head out to the store now and buy it.
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I have had the same bike for 10 years and I would like to know if there's a point in getting a new one if this one works okay, but would need servicing, because certain parts accumulated a lot of wear.
What I mean is, what fancy technology became the norm (keep in mind I haven't even used disc breaks yet) in the last decade or so?
What I mean is, what fancy technology became the norm (keep in mind I haven't even used disc breaks yet) in the last decade or so?
>>37312
I would service this one. I just purchased a new and it wasn't really necessary. The new bike is nice but not that phenomenal, and I could probably make my old one just as good with new parts. The problem is that learning how to fix your bike can be quite tedious, frustrating and very time consuming, depending on what you do ofc.
I would service this one. I just purchased a new and it wasn't really necessary. The new bike is nice but not that phenomenal, and I could probably make my old one just as good with new parts. The problem is that learning how to fix your bike can be quite tedious, frustrating and very time consuming, depending on what you do ofc.
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Think I'm gonna go ahead and purchase this saddle, which is supposed to put less pressure on the dick. It's expensive but I don't wanna risk destroying my penis.
I rode 53 miles today. I've improved dramatically since just a week ago, when I did a slightly shorter ride, which totally annihilated me. I spent 1-2 hours less and went even further. I've only just done 1 long ride a week ago and a medium long yesterday. It's actually retarded how much I've improved, I can even feel that my legs have grown. I've always used bike for local transportation but these long rides have improved the shit out of me. This bike is new and I rode it the first time a week ago, it was the most awkward bike I've ever tried. Now it feels completely normal. It not the awkwardness of the bike that was slowing me the most, because I've done this ride before on an older bike and I was totally trashed afterwards. I'm even speeding now after a couple of hours in the saddle whereas before I could barely move my legs.
>>37275
>>37295
The bike came with a hard saddle of standard size. Bloodflow wasn't a problem then, but I could feel cysts forming after a few trips. I'm a heavy guy so I probably need something special. I have a dirtbike seat which is comfortable to sit on with my legs in pedal position, so I might try to rig up a bracket for that.
>>37295
The bike came with a hard saddle of standard size. Bloodflow wasn't a problem then, but I could feel cysts forming after a few trips. I'm a heavy guy so I probably need something special. I have a dirtbike seat which is comfortable to sit on with my legs in pedal position, so I might try to rig up a bracket for that.
Ahh, I want to ride a bike again this year. I used to bike all summer in 2015, somewhat in 2016, but stopped shortly because my bike is a piece of shit.
It's not good to begin with, something is just off. It's a cheap ass mountain bike with lots of gears that I don't even use (or rather can't, I'm talking about it more as I go), it takes so much more stamina to get it going for the exact same speed as other bikes. I used other bikes for comparison and they're much easier to handle, I could climb hills on them easily, but my bike wears me off instantly even on a flat ground. I don't know if it's the frame weight or something else. Bizarre.
So after riding it for one summer at least once a week in 2015, it started to give strange sounds when I sit on it, being creaky, and it irritates me a lot because I prefer it to be quiet. I couldn't figure out what's the problem, it wasn't the saddle, wasn't the rear shock absorber, not the chain, nothing. Maybe it's the crank, but I can't take it apart because I don't have needed instruments for that, and even if I had I don't think I could put it all together again or find the source of the problem in the first place.
Another thing happened to me while I was riding - I hit some kind of hump and now my front brakes barely holding up, there's a little ring that holds the wire under pressure and the second it goes off front brakes won't work at all.
And yet another thing I had even before all of that - I can't shift my gears because the whole system is fucked up, it just doesn't react and fixing it is such a fucking pain especially knowing that it can break again soon after. So I just set it to be on one gear all the time, but at least I can shift my front gear.
I just don't have any money to replace this piece of shit bike, it's clearly dangerous to ride on it now, that creak isn't healthy and I'm afraid it can just break apart while I ride it, at least it could finally end me that way. I'm gonna ride it this year again and see how it goes. I'm not gonna wageslave, don't even try to convince me.
About saddles: my saddle has a bit more space on its back and it's tilted a bit more forward so that it doesn't crush my balls, using my buttocks instead to shift all my weight on them, it's pretty good, though it wears my ass off quite a bit. My old bike used to have super soft leather saddle filled with soft material, almost like a cushion and it was amazing for very long rides.
About the time to ride: I would advise to ride strictly starting from 4-5am especially on summer because it's not hot yet, it's bright enough, there's little to no people around and you have about 4 hours of stress-free time, full of empty roads to ride on before wagies start to commute and roam around like a plague.
It's not good to begin with, something is just off. It's a cheap ass mountain bike with lots of gears that I don't even use (or rather can't, I'm talking about it more as I go), it takes so much more stamina to get it going for the exact same speed as other bikes. I used other bikes for comparison and they're much easier to handle, I could climb hills on them easily, but my bike wears me off instantly even on a flat ground. I don't know if it's the frame weight or something else. Bizarre.
So after riding it for one summer at least once a week in 2015, it started to give strange sounds when I sit on it, being creaky, and it irritates me a lot because I prefer it to be quiet. I couldn't figure out what's the problem, it wasn't the saddle, wasn't the rear shock absorber, not the chain, nothing. Maybe it's the crank, but I can't take it apart because I don't have needed instruments for that, and even if I had I don't think I could put it all together again or find the source of the problem in the first place.
Another thing happened to me while I was riding - I hit some kind of hump and now my front brakes barely holding up, there's a little ring that holds the wire under pressure and the second it goes off front brakes won't work at all.
And yet another thing I had even before all of that - I can't shift my gears because the whole system is fucked up, it just doesn't react and fixing it is such a fucking pain especially knowing that it can break again soon after. So I just set it to be on one gear all the time, but at least I can shift my front gear.
I just don't have any money to replace this piece of shit bike, it's clearly dangerous to ride on it now, that creak isn't healthy and I'm afraid it can just break apart while I ride it, at least it could finally end me that way. I'm gonna ride it this year again and see how it goes. I'm not gonna wageslave, don't even try to convince me.
About saddles: my saddle has a bit more space on its back and it's tilted a bit more forward so that it doesn't crush my balls, using my buttocks instead to shift all my weight on them, it's pretty good, though it wears my ass off quite a bit. My old bike used to have super soft leather saddle filled with soft material, almost like a cushion and it was amazing for very long rides.
About the time to ride: I would advise to ride strictly starting from 4-5am especially on summer because it's not hot yet, it's bright enough, there's little to no people around and you have about 4 hours of stress-free time, full of empty roads to ride on before wagies start to commute and roam around like a plague.
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It's gotten to the point where cycling is the only thing I care about. Everything I do otherwise is just filler until I'm back on the bike. I've changed my life, the way I eat, the way I think all in the name of getting better times and going faster/further. The longest ride I've done is 40 miles but I plan to do a 50 miles ride, then a metric century (62 miles) here in the coming weeks. I'm getting increasingly worried as the days pass becasue nearly anything I enjoy has a way of being taken away or made so it's not fun. I can only hope that it doesn't happen with biking becasue that might finally push me over the edge.
I cycled for a few months prior to april/may but those months are when I started recording my rides.
I cycled for a few months prior to april/may but those months are when I started recording my rides.
>>37363
Creaks from the bike can come from anywhere. Most often it's loose or ungreased parts.
The list is pretty much like this:
1. Seat post. Is it greased?
2. Drive chain bolts. Are they tight?
3. Seat itself- is where it's attached to the seat post greased?
4. Pedals. Remove them, grease the threads, put them back in tightly.
5. Crankshaft. Is the drive-crank firmly put into the bottom bracket? Try greasing the threads.
There's more but the general pattern is this: Tighten it, and/or grease the threads.
Try watching some youtube videos about people diagnosing creaks and clicks. RJ the bike guy is one I like, since he's not working on super-high end bikes, he's just working on stuff he bought from craigslist cheap in his garage.
As for brakes and your other problems, tighten the bolts. As for the gears, recalibrate them. Youtube videos actually help a lot here.
Although if you start watching youtube videos on bikes you'll get bike ads even on different devices.
>>37366
I understand this a bit, I'm recording my average speed and it's very satisfying watching it go up. I have set 'riding days' so I don't blow out my body by overworking it, and when resting all I want to do is cycle more, and longer.
One thing keeping me from longer rides is my lower back. After about an hour on the bike it really starts to bother me. Goes from strain to pain, and I have to stop for 5 minutes and just stand up straight, maybe do some stretches. So the longest I've gone is 30 miles and I feel like I can do more.
Oh well. My solution to this is to just go faster.
Creaks from the bike can come from anywhere. Most often it's loose or ungreased parts.
The list is pretty much like this:
1. Seat post. Is it greased?
2. Drive chain bolts. Are they tight?
3. Seat itself- is where it's attached to the seat post greased?
4. Pedals. Remove them, grease the threads, put them back in tightly.
5. Crankshaft. Is the drive-crank firmly put into the bottom bracket? Try greasing the threads.
There's more but the general pattern is this: Tighten it, and/or grease the threads.
Try watching some youtube videos about people diagnosing creaks and clicks. RJ the bike guy is one I like, since he's not working on super-high end bikes, he's just working on stuff he bought from craigslist cheap in his garage.
As for brakes and your other problems, tighten the bolts. As for the gears, recalibrate them. Youtube videos actually help a lot here.
Although if you start watching youtube videos on bikes you'll get bike ads even on different devices.
>>37366
I understand this a bit, I'm recording my average speed and it's very satisfying watching it go up. I have set 'riding days' so I don't blow out my body by overworking it, and when resting all I want to do is cycle more, and longer.
One thing keeping me from longer rides is my lower back. After about an hour on the bike it really starts to bother me. Goes from strain to pain, and I have to stop for 5 minutes and just stand up straight, maybe do some stretches. So the longest I've gone is 30 miles and I feel like I can do more.
Oh well. My solution to this is to just go faster.
I don't get "life feels good" moments too often anymore.
But when I do, It's while I'm riding my bike.
But when I do, It's while I'm riding my bike.
>>37379
Don't forget that my bike is a piece of shit that needs to be replaced completely.
It's the frame that gives me the creak. I push on it, and then it creaks. Everything else is smooth. I don't know how to remove that creak, what to lube and if it's even possible, maybe it's just metal stress and it's going to fall apart soon.
Those brakes cannot be fixed like that. It literally holds on place with one little ring and if the metallic sheath at the end of the wire goes inside that ring, it gets super loose and wire loses its pressure. I need to replace them completely in order to fix it.
Fixing gears is too much work and I don't wanna bother. It's going to get loose and shit itself after few rides anyway.
Also one thing I forgot to mention is that my handlebar is also loose, no matter how hard I tighten up the bolt inside of it it's still not tight enough and if I hit something with my front wheel my handlebar could get misaligned very easily. It was a long time problem since at least 2014 and I'm not sure how exactly I kept using this bike without crashing myself to pieces.
Don't forget that my bike is a piece of shit that needs to be replaced completely.
It's the frame that gives me the creak. I push on it, and then it creaks. Everything else is smooth. I don't know how to remove that creak, what to lube and if it's even possible, maybe it's just metal stress and it's going to fall apart soon.
Those brakes cannot be fixed like that. It literally holds on place with one little ring and if the metallic sheath at the end of the wire goes inside that ring, it gets super loose and wire loses its pressure. I need to replace them completely in order to fix it.
Fixing gears is too much work and I don't wanna bother. It's going to get loose and shit itself after few rides anyway.
Also one thing I forgot to mention is that my handlebar is also loose, no matter how hard I tighten up the bolt inside of it it's still not tight enough and if I hit something with my front wheel my handlebar could get misaligned very easily. It was a long time problem since at least 2014 and I'm not sure how exactly I kept using this bike without crashing myself to pieces.
>>37399
Well if the frame itself is creaking then it's likely that there's some kind of mechanical problem there, and it needs replacing. So yeah, your bike is falling apart.
Well if the frame itself is creaking then it's likely that there's some kind of mechanical problem there, and it needs replacing. So yeah, your bike is falling apart.
>>37399
>It's the frame that gives me the creak. I push on it, and then it creaks. Everything else is smooth.
Inspect the welds.
My spare bicycle started creaking last year because one of the factory welds cracked open. I didn't see it until too late.
If that's the case you can fix it, providing your frame is steel and the tubes are still pressed together tightly enough (1000dths of an inch tolerance).
>It's the frame that gives me the creak. I push on it, and then it creaks. Everything else is smooth.
Inspect the welds.
My spare bicycle started creaking last year because one of the factory welds cracked open. I didn't see it until too late.
If that's the case you can fix it, providing your frame is steel and the tubes are still pressed together tightly enough (1000dths of an inch tolerance).
Went for a midnight ride a while back. Shortlasted but it was great. Pitchblack forested roads were all mine. Whenever a vehicle came I was blinded which was actually fun to work with.
Went for an afternoon ride just now and I'm stuck in a store because it's raining. I like riding in the rain, just not with my laptop.
Went for an afternoon ride just now and I'm stuck in a store because it's raining. I like riding in the rain, just not with my laptop.
>>37411
I rode 4 hours last evening. I will be avoiding the late hours from now on. Sure it can seem comfy, but at night is when the animal kingdom comes to life. I literally saw a fox carrying a lamb's head yesterday when I was riding through the woods. Not to mention all the bugs; stop for a sec and you will be swarmed with mosquitoes. The bugs will be onto you like a magnet because of your heat, this is especially prevalent when you're riding a bike. Ever seen all the bugs that hit the front of the car after driving in the dark? Yeah… One of the bugs flew into my throat yesterday.
You are also more vunerable to traffic and more likely to be hit by drunk drivers. Thugs and punks also hang out at night. I went through town to see the saturday night partying, my god. One thing is sure; we are nothing but glorified animals.
I rode 4 hours last evening. I will be avoiding the late hours from now on. Sure it can seem comfy, but at night is when the animal kingdom comes to life. I literally saw a fox carrying a lamb's head yesterday when I was riding through the woods. Not to mention all the bugs; stop for a sec and you will be swarmed with mosquitoes. The bugs will be onto you like a magnet because of your heat, this is especially prevalent when you're riding a bike. Ever seen all the bugs that hit the front of the car after driving in the dark? Yeah… One of the bugs flew into my throat yesterday.
You are also more vunerable to traffic and more likely to be hit by drunk drivers. Thugs and punks also hang out at night. I went through town to see the saturday night partying, my god. One thing is sure; we are nothing but glorified animals.
I've ridden for several hours daily since friday, today wasn't as good and I was getting a bit tired of it. Yesterday was comfy and I was in good shape but I witnessed a lot of fucked up shit. I'm taking a break now and will spend my time preparing for my bike tour instead. I'm heading out in maybe a week or so. I will cycle across the country and camp outside and read books. This will take maybe a week. When I'm at my destination I will decide whether to continue or go home. I might even cycle for up to 1.5 months and take a plane home.
I'm a monumental LOSER who's afraid to go to stores and have never held a job; this is a HUGE deal to me. I will have to condition myself to sleeping outside before I head out because I can't even fall asleep outdoors.
I'm a monumental LOSER who's afraid to go to stores and have never held a job; this is a HUGE deal to me. I will have to condition myself to sleeping outside before I head out because I can't even fall asleep outdoors.
>>37425
>Thugs and punks also hang out at night. I went through town to see the saturday night partying, my god. One thing is sure; we are nothing but glorified animals.
The nice thing about biking is you can quickly look at them and get away, like your looking at animals at the zoo.
>Thugs and punks also hang out at night. I went through town to see the saturday night partying, my god. One thing is sure; we are nothing but glorified animals.
The nice thing about biking is you can quickly look at them and get away, like your looking at animals at the zoo.
I've really come to appreciate the length of summer days. As much as I hate the culture surrounding the summer heat, when you don't have a nice home to go back to, being able to spend so much time away from it on your own is a real treat. I've purchased a small solar battery maintainer and have a surplus of small LED signal lights and headlights. If I can grab a pocket 12v battery I'm have some fun decking out my frame with enough lights to allow me to go anywhere when the sun and moon are down.
>>37438
That sounds wonderful Wiz. I hope your journey is safe and enjoyable. Being able to endure hours upon hours of riding is an excellent trait to posses. If I could withstand any amount of significant riding, I'd have gone on a journey long ago.
>>37425
These are all things not to take lightly. Drunks especially. Consider the bad rep cyclists get for holding up Chad from speeding home to his babe, now imagine angry drunken Chad able to exact revenge on one of those poor cyclists in the dead of night where nobody would see him. I guarantee a significant amount of run down cyclists were attacked on purpose. In this day of dualies and Hummers owning the road there really isn't a lot of room for error when cycling anywhere.
Wildlife isn't as dangerous as some people build it up to be. A pack of coyotes will flee unless you move to put them in danger, and bears can be outrun. Mosquitoes are inescapable. The closest solution is to just cover up as much skin as you can, even if it means wearing a thin scarf or shemagh.
>>37438
That sounds wonderful Wiz. I hope your journey is safe and enjoyable. Being able to endure hours upon hours of riding is an excellent trait to posses. If I could withstand any amount of significant riding, I'd have gone on a journey long ago.
>>37425
These are all things not to take lightly. Drunks especially. Consider the bad rep cyclists get for holding up Chad from speeding home to his babe, now imagine angry drunken Chad able to exact revenge on one of those poor cyclists in the dead of night where nobody would see him. I guarantee a significant amount of run down cyclists were attacked on purpose. In this day of dualies and Hummers owning the road there really isn't a lot of room for error when cycling anywhere.
Wildlife isn't as dangerous as some people build it up to be. A pack of coyotes will flee unless you move to put them in danger, and bears can be outrun. Mosquitoes are inescapable. The closest solution is to just cover up as much skin as you can, even if it means wearing a thin scarf or shemagh.
>>37441
True, but it's an unpleasant thing to witness nonetheless. When you see teens hanging out at midnight on a weekday you know they're punks. I even see some 10 year old kids outside atfter 10 pm sometimes.
>>37443
>I've really come to appreciate the length of summer days.
The summer is terrible when you sit at home sweating and feeling like shit because you're "wasting" this nice weather outside as well as hearing music and happy people outside the window. But, I've been spending more time outside this year so I've been looking forward to it. The weather is exceptionally shitty where I live and it got dark at 5 pm for like 4 months so I couldn't be outdoors and do things.
>Being able to endure hours upon hours of riding is an excellent trait to posses.
Have you ever tried going on a long ride? I started riding recreationally like 2 weeks ago, I went right into doing a very long ride. I knew this would be hard but I've been wanting to tour for a long time so I knew I had to push myself. This ride lasted around 7 hours and totally trashed me. I started questioning this whole touring thing because it was so difficult. But I improved rapidly after doing this ride and going on other long rides. I did the same ride yesterday for 4.5 hours and could probably have done it in 4. The most I've ridden is probably around 90km. When I tour I'll ride much longer than that every day probably but at least I've had some practice now. I recommend you get a decent bike if you don't already have one. The one I have now cost 500$ and is a touring specific bike, it is much more enjoyable to ride than a piece of scrap.
True, but it's an unpleasant thing to witness nonetheless. When you see teens hanging out at midnight on a weekday you know they're punks. I even see some 10 year old kids outside atfter 10 pm sometimes.
>>37443
>I've really come to appreciate the length of summer days.
The summer is terrible when you sit at home sweating and feeling like shit because you're "wasting" this nice weather outside as well as hearing music and happy people outside the window. But, I've been spending more time outside this year so I've been looking forward to it. The weather is exceptionally shitty where I live and it got dark at 5 pm for like 4 months so I couldn't be outdoors and do things.
>Being able to endure hours upon hours of riding is an excellent trait to posses.
Have you ever tried going on a long ride? I started riding recreationally like 2 weeks ago, I went right into doing a very long ride. I knew this would be hard but I've been wanting to tour for a long time so I knew I had to push myself. This ride lasted around 7 hours and totally trashed me. I started questioning this whole touring thing because it was so difficult. But I improved rapidly after doing this ride and going on other long rides. I did the same ride yesterday for 4.5 hours and could probably have done it in 4. The most I've ridden is probably around 90km. When I tour I'll ride much longer than that every day probably but at least I've had some practice now. I recommend you get a decent bike if you don't already have one. The one I have now cost 500$ and is a touring specific bike, it is much more enjoyable to ride than a piece of scrap.
>>37445
>Have you ever tried going on a long ride?
Yes, and I can say almost the same thing as you. I begun riding more seriously two weeks ago, but just 7 days ago I tackled a 60Km trek on hilled roads. I had to walk the last half, and was dehydrated by the end of it. It even kickstarted an illness that must have been in my body so i was totally out of commision. I plan to do longer rides, but right now I'm trying to hit 20km a day just to build up some endurance. The bike I have is a rickety $250 street bike from the superstore but I don't have any real problems with it aside from it falling short whenever I do have to hit the shoulder.
>Have you ever tried going on a long ride?
Yes, and I can say almost the same thing as you. I begun riding more seriously two weeks ago, but just 7 days ago I tackled a 60Km trek on hilled roads. I had to walk the last half, and was dehydrated by the end of it. It even kickstarted an illness that must have been in my body so i was totally out of commision. I plan to do longer rides, but right now I'm trying to hit 20km a day just to build up some endurance. The bike I have is a rickety $250 street bike from the superstore but I don't have any real problems with it aside from it falling short whenever I do have to hit the shoulder.
You would want to wear glasses that cover your eyes tightly without any slits to protect your eyes against bugs. Shades when it's bright, and simple glasses when it's dark.
>>37448
Speaking for myself, these long rides improved the shit out of me like I've never seen before. I've always ridden for local transportation but I was out of shape on my first ride. I live on a steep hill and I'm able to go fast up this after a couple of hours in the saddle. As long as your bike is able to go fast it's fine I guess. You can also do some mods or upgrades it. My bike is nothing spectacular but I'm able to hold good speeds on it. I wonder how a true racing bike would feel like.
>>37449
I wear glasses normally, these switch into sunglasses when exposted to sunlight. I've never been hit by a bugs in the eye. They sit on my body and hit my face and sometimes get into the throat. It's really disgusting. But the mosquitoes are the worst because if they are nearby they'll literally swarm you after you stop for a few secs. The bugs aren't in the city so you have to ride rurally to really understand this.
Speaking for myself, these long rides improved the shit out of me like I've never seen before. I've always ridden for local transportation but I was out of shape on my first ride. I live on a steep hill and I'm able to go fast up this after a couple of hours in the saddle. As long as your bike is able to go fast it's fine I guess. You can also do some mods or upgrades it. My bike is nothing spectacular but I'm able to hold good speeds on it. I wonder how a true racing bike would feel like.
>>37449
I wear glasses normally, these switch into sunglasses when exposted to sunlight. I've never been hit by a bugs in the eye. They sit on my body and hit my face and sometimes get into the throat. It's really disgusting. But the mosquitoes are the worst because if they are nearby they'll literally swarm you after you stop for a few secs. The bugs aren't in the city so you have to ride rurally to really understand this.
One round-trip of an average size city is like 60 miles. I don't see how anyone calls that a challenge. It's not like you're walking that distance.
>>37448
You must not have brought enough water. Water is super important, the general rule is a litre per hour.
Personally on long rides it's my lower back that stops me from going further. I need to fit my bike properly. Well that and the lack of water. I generally just need more ways to carry water but that stuff costs money.
You must not have brought enough water. Water is super important, the general rule is a litre per hour.
Personally on long rides it's my lower back that stops me from going further. I need to fit my bike properly. Well that and the lack of water. I generally just need more ways to carry water but that stuff costs money.
>>37490
I always ride with a backpack with several 1.5 liter water bottles, usually just one because I don't get dehydrated very fast especially when it's not hot.
I always ride with a backpack with several 1.5 liter water bottles, usually just one because I don't get dehydrated very fast especially when it's not hot.
Today I rode 200km, this took me 10 hours. The weather was horrible with cold wind and rain, I wore very little clothes and sandals with no socks. This was highly unpleasant but it was just a preparation ride for my tour. I won't torture myself like this on tour. The longest I've done before this is like 90km. I also figured out that pedalling with the front of your feet is easier because you involve the calves. I always pedalled with the middle of the foot before.
>>37498
>I also figured out that pedalling with the front of your feet is easier because you involve the calves. I always pedalled with the middle of the foot before.
I came to this realization not too long ago myself. It's also good to get in to the habit of manually lifting whichever leg is on the up-pedal, so your down-pedal leg isn't pushing up the weight of an entire limb.
>I also figured out that pedalling with the front of your feet is easier because you involve the calves. I always pedalled with the middle of the foot before.
I came to this realization not too long ago myself. It's also good to get in to the habit of manually lifting whichever leg is on the up-pedal, so your down-pedal leg isn't pushing up the weight of an entire limb.
>>37500
They sell bike shoes also, which the pro's use. I'm not sure how much of an advantage it gives.
They sell bike shoes also, which the pro's use. I'm not sure how much of an advantage it gives.
>>37502
Bike shoes come with cleats, which attach little mechanical clips to attach to 'clipless' pedals. The terminology is confusing, but clipless pedals are the pedals with clips. (In the old days, a clip was a leather strap that tied your foot into the pedal… so they should be called strapless pedals but they're not. Blame the french[/spoiler]
Anyway the point is that they restrain your foot into the pedal (this has been talked about earlier) to give you the ability to pull as well as push on the crank as you pedal since your food is locked onto the pedal.
Disadvantages are; it takes time to get used to it and you'll likely fall over trying to get your foot out of the pedal when learning it.
Advantages are about 20% more power and you utilise more of your legs. Pros and enthusiasts with money use clipless pedals.
I don't, but I'm an enthusiast without much money.
It's one of the two big things to get more speed, the other being aerodynamic clothing.
Removing weight doesn't matter too much, so long as your bike isn't some steel monster. 100g here and there isn't meaningful but a kg here and there is. It's just for acceleration and hills, but since a rider is typically 70kg, any loss of weight on the bike is going to be a % of the rider+bike combo, so we're not talking about much here.
A well maintained drivechain is worth it more. Clean out the gunk with degreaser or WD40 and then relube it with an appropriate chain lube.
(There are two types of lube, wet and dry. Dry lube is thinner and you should wipe off most of it after you drip it into the links and leave it a few minutes to work itself into the chain. It is for dry conditions, where you want to stop dust sticking to the chain and causing wear.
Wet lube is for wet conditions, and is thicker and more water repellent. This you want to leave on the chain quite thick as dry lube is often washed away by water. And applied often, since you want to keep the chain heavily lubed in wet conditions as the lube gets washed off fast when it's wet. )
I basically studied a shitton about cycling while I got into it.
Bike shoes come with cleats, which attach little mechanical clips to attach to 'clipless' pedals. The terminology is confusing, but clipless pedals are the pedals with clips. (In the old days, a clip was a leather strap that tied your foot into the pedal… so they should be called strapless pedals but they're not. Blame the french[/spoiler]
Anyway the point is that they restrain your foot into the pedal (this has been talked about earlier) to give you the ability to pull as well as push on the crank as you pedal since your food is locked onto the pedal.
Disadvantages are; it takes time to get used to it and you'll likely fall over trying to get your foot out of the pedal when learning it.
Advantages are about 20% more power and you utilise more of your legs. Pros and enthusiasts with money use clipless pedals.
I don't, but I'm an enthusiast without much money.
It's one of the two big things to get more speed, the other being aerodynamic clothing.
Removing weight doesn't matter too much, so long as your bike isn't some steel monster. 100g here and there isn't meaningful but a kg here and there is. It's just for acceleration and hills, but since a rider is typically 70kg, any loss of weight on the bike is going to be a % of the rider+bike combo, so we're not talking about much here.
A well maintained drivechain is worth it more. Clean out the gunk with degreaser or WD40 and then relube it with an appropriate chain lube.
(There are two types of lube, wet and dry. Dry lube is thinner and you should wipe off most of it after you drip it into the links and leave it a few minutes to work itself into the chain. It is for dry conditions, where you want to stop dust sticking to the chain and causing wear.
Wet lube is for wet conditions, and is thicker and more water repellent. This you want to leave on the chain quite thick as dry lube is often washed away by water. And applied often, since you want to keep the chain heavily lubed in wet conditions as the lube gets washed off fast when it's wet. )
I basically studied a shitton about cycling while I got into it.
>>37510
20%? Damn… I should probably consider getting it then but I can't be arsed to learn how to use it right now.
20%? Damn… I should probably consider getting it then but I can't be arsed to learn how to use it right now.
>>37516
This 20% figure is a figure I heard, I do not have a source for it at all. But honestly it sounds about right since you can use cleats to pull up on the pedals as well as pushing down.
This 20% figure is a figure I heard, I do not have a source for it at all. But honestly it sounds about right since you can use cleats to pull up on the pedals as well as pushing down.
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This is the most miles I've ever done in a week. There's just something about pushing your body to the limit, to keep going when you know you have nothing left. It's almost exhilarating.
>>37298
It's for pedal/power efficiency. If you put any amount of serious effort into cycling you will feel most of your muscle burn nearer to the knee unless you're extremely short or have a physical deformity of some kind. To almost everyone else, they utilise the most efficient position.
It's for pedal/power efficiency. If you put any amount of serious effort into cycling you will feel most of your muscle burn nearer to the knee unless you're extremely short or have a physical deformity of some kind. To almost everyone else, they utilise the most efficient position.
I'm going to begin modifying my bicycle. I'll get some soft waterproof luggage so I can do grocery runs, hook up the lights I've been meaning to, and mount a wide angle handlebar mirror. Is there any easy and cheap quality-of-life modifications you guys can recommend? I have access to metal working tools including a welder.
>>37658
No sure why you think you need a welder to add shit to your bike. You can get a rear pannier rack to hold some luggage, and just get a clip-on mirror.
No sure why you think you need a welder to add shit to your bike. You can get a rear pannier rack to hold some luggage, and just get a clip-on mirror.
Sup wizzers, touranon here. The time is approaching for me to head out on the tour that I've been dreaming about the last 6 months. I will head out tomorrow or the day after. I'm so nervous about this shit, but it needs to be done. My life is stagnating here, and I feel like a rotting corpse. I hate myself, I'm so pathetic. I need to be challenged.
But, at the end of the day I'm also looking to have a good time. I have to idea how this will pan out. I picture that I'll be mostly biking and reading (which I never do at home, so hopefully I can enjoy it). Hopefully I can also find some nice places to bathe and chill out. How long this will last, I do not know. My plan is to bike for ~1 week, then decide to head back home or go on for up to 1.5 months. I'll be living outside in a tent on this trip. Wish me luck wizzers, I really need it. I will report back, I guess.
But, at the end of the day I'm also looking to have a good time. I have to idea how this will pan out. I picture that I'll be mostly biking and reading (which I never do at home, so hopefully I can enjoy it). Hopefully I can also find some nice places to bathe and chill out. How long this will last, I do not know. My plan is to bike for ~1 week, then decide to head back home or go on for up to 1.5 months. I'll be living outside in a tent on this trip. Wish me luck wizzers, I really need it. I will report back, I guess.
>>37684
Thanks. Thankfully I live in Scandinavia, most criminals here are just immigrant scum.
Thanks. Thankfully I live in Scandinavia, most criminals here are just immigrant scum.
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Have you done Bicycle Parkour?
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>>37721
I never learnt to jump on my bike. I'm more of a cruising guy, I think I'll start saving for a fatbike, because it seems like it fits my style.
I never learnt to jump on my bike. I'm more of a cruising guy, I think I'll start saving for a fatbike, because it seems like it fits my style.
>>37683
Godspeed, I want to do something about myself too, and a big biking trip could change my life for the better. I need to make funds for that, and I'll get right to it.
Godspeed, I want to do something about myself too, and a big biking trip could change my life for the better. I need to make funds for that, and I'll get right to it.
>>37722
I was 20 bucks short of a fatty when I went to buy my bike. I see people doing 25k on regular grass no problem, it must be such a luxurious ride. I'd want one with rear suspension though. Pray the tyres have tubes, I imagine replacement rubber is pretty pricy.
I was 20 bucks short of a fatty when I went to buy my bike. I see people doing 25k on regular grass no problem, it must be such a luxurious ride. I'd want one with rear suspension though. Pray the tyres have tubes, I imagine replacement rubber is pretty pricy.
>>37730
Ive learnt about those bikes from a video about a guy that crossed our country in a line not wider than 1km to the sides. In one of the clips he was carrying a tube, so I guess most of them have tubes. Id love to have one for snow, sand and the rainy season
Ive learnt about those bikes from a video about a guy that crossed our country in a line not wider than 1km to the sides. In one of the clips he was carrying a tube, so I guess most of them have tubes. Id love to have one for snow, sand and the rainy season
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I rode downtown to check out the waterfront. Full of partychads and red light Stacies, would not do again.
Bad news is that I went off a curb and my rear fender underwent cosmic breakdown. One of its guide rails wrapped around the axle and the whole structure folded like paper. I like running through puddles so I'll salvage it, but jeeze this little piece of metal has caused me a lot of trouble.
Bad news is that I went off a curb and my rear fender underwent cosmic breakdown. One of its guide rails wrapped around the axle and the whole structure folded like paper. I like running through puddles so I'll salvage it, but jeeze this little piece of metal has caused me a lot of trouble.
>>37730
Be careful with the suspension meme, they typically add many kilos your bike, make it more time consuming and expensive to maintain all for no real benefit. On bumpy bits you just use your legs as suspension anyway and the inbuilt suspension just does nothing.
Rear suspension especially, front suspension has an actual purpose since when riding, your hands are always going to be on the handlebars.
Even the advice for front suspension is only get it if you really need it.
>>37737
I remove my fenders whenever I can, I just worry about them being broken all the time.
Be careful with the suspension meme, they typically add many kilos your bike, make it more time consuming and expensive to maintain all for no real benefit. On bumpy bits you just use your legs as suspension anyway and the inbuilt suspension just does nothing.
Rear suspension especially, front suspension has an actual purpose since when riding, your hands are always going to be on the handlebars.
Even the advice for front suspension is only get it if you really need it.
>>37737
I remove my fenders whenever I can, I just worry about them being broken all the time.
I just got run off the road at a major intersection. The crossing signal was white. The light perpendicular to my direction which i could see was red. I continued on after triple checking all points and this bald mid-life crisis guido manlet with his riced out gloss black tinted penis compensation lowrider whateverthefucksmobile continues through at two clicks above warp speed. I couldn't see him because all cars running the same way as him were stopped as they should have been at a red, even in the turning lane. He was the only automobile going through what may have been an all-red-all-white Tokyo business hour light scenario and he has the audacity to shout to me that it was yellow and then call me an idiot as I climbed up off the pavement. I called him a nigger out of reflex which surprised me because I've never said that word before, then flipped him and subsequently the local preschool and maybe my aunt off. There was no adrenaline rush or anything, just a backbreaking load of disappointment and uncertainty. I get back on the sidewalk and then my hat and headphones eject from my skull against the breeze, once again knocking me off my bike. I biked out just now to escape the bad experiences I face at home, but those harsh vibes seemed to have followed me out the door. Just another bad day of another bad year. From now on I'm wearing a helmet, joint pads, gloves, and a face mask. I want to survive if someone hits me, and I want to look like someone they won't want to call an idiot face-to-face. Call me an edgelord but I'm dressing for for a dangerous world starting tonight.
Sorry for /dep/ping out this thread. If anyone has any happy or interesting bike stories please share them.
>>37742
I agree that suspension is a little heavy for what it adds. When I see a bike like >>37722 though I can imagine I'd spend more time doing actual off road riding through uncharted grass that could potentially be home to small boulders and logs. I'd probably be on my feet most of the time, but I'd feel the bike would last longer if it had a bit of spring in the frame.
I'll see about removing the fenders later tonight. The rear one for sure because it turns out it's toast. All luggage I see for sale is waterproof anyway so I shouldn't worry about it getting the worst of any puddles.
Sorry for /dep/ping out this thread. If anyone has any happy or interesting bike stories please share them.
>>37742
I agree that suspension is a little heavy for what it adds. When I see a bike like >>37722 though I can imagine I'd spend more time doing actual off road riding through uncharted grass that could potentially be home to small boulders and logs. I'd probably be on my feet most of the time, but I'd feel the bike would last longer if it had a bit of spring in the frame.
I'll see about removing the fenders later tonight. The rear one for sure because it turns out it's toast. All luggage I see for sale is waterproof anyway so I shouldn't worry about it getting the worst of any puddles.
>>37742
>suspension meme
I've given it some thought, and yeah, it's actually been a bit problematic for me, so maybe I should look for ones with no suspension on those fatbikes.
>suspension meme
I've given it some thought, and yeah, it's actually been a bit problematic for me, so maybe I should look for ones with no suspension on those fatbikes.
Are there any noteworthy downsides to driving with slightly deflated tyres? I was riding comfortably on wheels which I could squeeze inward about 1cm with my fingers, and bulged a bit when I was seated, but after pumping them up to healthy pressure, riding feels so stiff. Gaps in the sidewalk used to be nothing, but now I feel them all and it's a little discouraging.
>>37768
There is the risk of pinch flats, which is when the rim of the wheel punches a hole through the inner tube/tyre on a bump. This is a low risk though. Pinch flats generally happen when people just never inflate their tires and are then surprised that they got a puncture.
Current advice is that you really don't need high pressures, lower pressures is fine. Especially with wider tyres. I'd say that you can safely go down to 2/3rds of the stated pressure on tires.
It depends a lot on the weight of you and the bike though, since obviously the heavier this is the more force is pushing down on the tires.
There is the risk of pinch flats, which is when the rim of the wheel punches a hole through the inner tube/tyre on a bump. This is a low risk though. Pinch flats generally happen when people just never inflate their tires and are then surprised that they got a puncture.
Current advice is that you really don't need high pressures, lower pressures is fine. Especially with wider tyres. I'd say that you can safely go down to 2/3rds of the stated pressure on tires.
It depends a lot on the weight of you and the bike though, since obviously the heavier this is the more force is pushing down on the tires.
"Shimano"
Is this the Japanese word for CHEAP PLASTIC GARBAGE?
I was cruising at low speed on a level sidewalk, and some dead long grass kicked up in to the shifter, and just like what happend to my fender, the whole assemby wrapped and snapped around the axle. The entire assembly is metal save for one piece of flimsy cast plastic, right exactly where most of the force would be if tension was applied to the shifter in any direction.
It's too bent to salvage. I'm going to go ask the department store which I purchased the bike from if they offer replacement parts. If I can't get a shifter from them for under 20 bucks, I'm just going to turn it in to a one-speed on the lowest gear.
This bike has given me so many problems despite me only ever going slow on paved concrete. It's getting rather funny. I'm going to have to carry it on my shoulder the 7km back, along with my laptop and a backpack full of camera lenses which I planned to hock. I finally take somr initiative to do something and I end up stranded. I tried to take a picture but this device's camera decided to corrupt what I had shot. Kill ,me
Is this the Japanese word for CHEAP PLASTIC GARBAGE?
I was cruising at low speed on a level sidewalk, and some dead long grass kicked up in to the shifter, and just like what happend to my fender, the whole assemby wrapped and snapped around the axle. The entire assembly is metal save for one piece of flimsy cast plastic, right exactly where most of the force would be if tension was applied to the shifter in any direction.
It's too bent to salvage. I'm going to go ask the department store which I purchased the bike from if they offer replacement parts. If I can't get a shifter from them for under 20 bucks, I'm just going to turn it in to a one-speed on the lowest gear.
This bike has given me so many problems despite me only ever going slow on paved concrete. It's getting rather funny. I'm going to have to carry it on my shoulder the 7km back, along with my laptop and a backpack full of camera lenses which I planned to hock. I finally take somr initiative to do something and I end up stranded. I tried to take a picture but this device's camera decided to corrupt what I had shot. Kill ,me
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>>37770
My unibike evolution weighs: 13,5kg, probably 15 with all the accessories. From what I'm seeing, those bikes weigh around the same. Probably due to lack of suspension like the other Wiz said. Probably the top of the line ones are even lighter.
My unibike evolution weighs: 13,5kg, probably 15 with all the accessories. From what I'm seeing, those bikes weigh around the same. Probably due to lack of suspension like the other Wiz said. Probably the top of the line ones are even lighter.
>>37798
I've lost count of how many shimano derailleurs bent on me. I don't think they harden the metal.
OTOH, I don't think any brand hardens their parts.
I've lost count of how many shimano derailleurs bent on me. I don't think they harden the metal.
OTOH, I don't think any brand hardens their parts.
>>37798
Derailleurs are fragile no matter what brand you get. If you hate Shimano so much (they make reliably good parts) then go SRAM or something, and then have the same problems.
Also for that piece of cast plastic, are you talking about the derailleur hanger? Those things are meant to be disposable since in the olden days they'd be attached to the frame and as such when they got damaged the entire frame might need to be replaced. So they make them so you can just replace the little hanger instead of buying a new frame. It's an improvement.
Look for used stuff on ebay too, chances are you'll easily find some replacement kit since people are replacing their derailleurs all the time.
>>37800
They all bend if you hit them, they're not durable pieces of kit due to the moving parts and required machining specifications.
Derailleurs are fragile no matter what brand you get. If you hate Shimano so much (they make reliably good parts) then go SRAM or something, and then have the same problems.
Also for that piece of cast plastic, are you talking about the derailleur hanger? Those things are meant to be disposable since in the olden days they'd be attached to the frame and as such when they got damaged the entire frame might need to be replaced. So they make them so you can just replace the little hanger instead of buying a new frame. It's an improvement.
Look for used stuff on ebay too, chances are you'll easily find some replacement kit since people are replacing their derailleurs all the time.
>>37800
They all bend if you hit them, they're not durable pieces of kit due to the moving parts and required machining specifications.
>>37805
I'm thinking about hardening my current ones. It's possible. I'll do a spark test. If the particular steel is high carbon steel, I might heat treat them so they're nice and springy.
I'm thinking about hardening my current ones. It's possible. I'll do a spark test. If the particular steel is high carbon steel, I might heat treat them so they're nice and springy.
>>37805
The problem is, in my case it was just two or three pieces of grass in the derailleur gears that caused all of this. If the hanger was designed not to break, the chain would have overpowered the grass and continued to spin the gear, the gear would have just skipped through the chain links, or the chain would have been locked completely and I would have just lost forward motion of the pedals. I trust that they have ways to make the hanger significantly weaker than the frame without making it incredibly fragile as this one is.
A replacement is about $10 on eBay so I don't have a problem ordering another. I expected to pay much more which is why I was angry. I feel that I'll be needing to replace it again in the future, so maybe I'll order two, or one with a metal hanger. I also need a new shifter cable.
The problem is, in my case it was just two or three pieces of grass in the derailleur gears that caused all of this. If the hanger was designed not to break, the chain would have overpowered the grass and continued to spin the gear, the gear would have just skipped through the chain links, or the chain would have been locked completely and I would have just lost forward motion of the pedals. I trust that they have ways to make the hanger significantly weaker than the frame without making it incredibly fragile as this one is.
A replacement is about $10 on eBay so I don't have a problem ordering another. I expected to pay much more which is why I was angry. I feel that I'll be needing to replace it again in the future, so maybe I'll order two, or one with a metal hanger. I also need a new shifter cable.
>>37888
If it was just three pieces of grass you probably got unlucky with the hanger- it must have had some kind of crack or structural defect in it. It also depends on the grass, sometimes it can get wedged nastily around axles and gum them up. Grass is actually stronger than you think, especially if it wraps around something.
If it was just three pieces of grass you probably got unlucky with the hanger- it must have had some kind of crack or structural defect in it. It also depends on the grass, sometimes it can get wedged nastily around axles and gum them up. Grass is actually stronger than you think, especially if it wraps around something.
>>37889
This is true. I could have broken the hangar previously in some way, either by dropping the bike or kicking off the wrong way.
I noticed my frame has an extra threaded hole to the top-left of the main hanger screw. Maybe it can fit the bolt-type version of my derailleur. I'll do some more research. I ordered the stock one, but if I'm going to get another for backup I'd like to try a different approach. The department store doesn't supply parts; I'll be waiting weeks for this piece.
I'm jealous of all of you with your not-broken bikes. I was able to go places I had never gone before and see things from a whole new perspective. Then I rode on some grass and the freedom was swept right from under my feet. Now those same feet ache when I just go to grab a coffee in the morning. Keep those spokes rolling, wizards.
This is true. I could have broken the hangar previously in some way, either by dropping the bike or kicking off the wrong way.
I noticed my frame has an extra threaded hole to the top-left of the main hanger screw. Maybe it can fit the bolt-type version of my derailleur. I'll do some more research. I ordered the stock one, but if I'm going to get another for backup I'd like to try a different approach. The department store doesn't supply parts; I'll be waiting weeks for this piece.
I'm jealous of all of you with your not-broken bikes. I was able to go places I had never gone before and see things from a whole new perspective. Then I rode on some grass and the freedom was swept right from under my feet. Now those same feet ache when I just go to grab a coffee in the morning. Keep those spokes rolling, wizards.
>>37893
>Order two replacements
>ended up spending more because I messed up my prepaid card trickery
>Write a happy-dappy review of the bike under an alias mentioning the derailleur failleur
>Get an email from the manufacturer telling me to just send them my mailing address and they'll send me a new one under warranty
This piece of grass is taunting me from grass hell
what am I going to do with three derailleurs
>Order two replacements
>ended up spending more because I messed up my prepaid card trickery
>Write a happy-dappy review of the bike under an alias mentioning the derailleur failleur
>Get an email from the manufacturer telling me to just send them my mailing address and they'll send me a new one under warranty
This piece of grass is taunting me from grass hell
what am I going to do with three derailleurs
Holy fuck, I just realized that you can push the handlebar with your hands when going uphill, thus involving your upperbody to move the bike. It feels as though it helps alot.
>>37941
The same reason that roads up mountains are curvy and S shaped. It reduces the gradient you're climbing up.
>>37940
You go a further distance though. Improving climbing is about going at a steady pace the entire time. Climbing will always be hard though and the most effective way to make it easier is to get lighter and stronger.
The same reason that roads up mountains are curvy and S shaped. It reduces the gradient you're climbing up.
>>37940
You go a further distance though. Improving climbing is about going at a steady pace the entire time. Climbing will always be hard though and the most effective way to make it easier is to get lighter and stronger.
They sent me a Shimano Alivio as a replacement. It came packaged in an ice cream box.
The gears are definitely bigger. I'll swap them out with he old ones and try to figure out cable tensions etc. Hopefully I can get a cool night ride in after this particularly hot afternoon.
The gears are definitely bigger. I'll swap them out with he old ones and try to figure out cable tensions etc. Hopefully I can get a cool night ride in after this particularly hot afternoon.
>>37994
My mistake, It's an Acera RD-M340. It seems to be worth a few times more than the stock. I went to put it on but realized I'm still waiting for the shifter cable too. I did screw it in though, and at all positions the small gear of the derailleur was contacting the highest gear of the bike. I noticed where the hangar attaches, the frame is bent slightly inward. I'll wait for the stock derailleurs I ordered before going further. If the frame is bent in a way it shouldn't be, I'll have to dig out my manual and receipt and see about a department store warranty.
I'm going to look in the classifieds for another bike in the meantime. I'd like this to get fixed and be usable again, but I can now very much see the advantages of having a backup.
My mistake, It's an Acera RD-M340. It seems to be worth a few times more than the stock. I went to put it on but realized I'm still waiting for the shifter cable too. I did screw it in though, and at all positions the small gear of the derailleur was contacting the highest gear of the bike. I noticed where the hangar attaches, the frame is bent slightly inward. I'll wait for the stock derailleurs I ordered before going further. If the frame is bent in a way it shouldn't be, I'll have to dig out my manual and receipt and see about a department store warranty.
I'm going to look in the classifieds for another bike in the meantime. I'd like this to get fixed and be usable again, but I can now very much see the advantages of having a backup.
>>38033
If the derailleur is contacting the cassette then you need to adjust the B-screw. It's a little screw which adjusts how far the derailleur rests away from the cassette cogs.
If the derailleur is contacting the cassette then you need to adjust the B-screw. It's a little screw which adjusts how far the derailleur rests away from the cassette cogs.
>>38038
Thanks, that's good to know. I'll look in to it when my shifter cable arrives. Hopefully I won't have to adjust the stock models when they too come in.
In the meantime, I'm going to see if I can convert it to a single speed. I figure If I can pop the gears off and rearrange them so the largest is in the centre of the cassette, I can just pop off a few chainlinks and then tension it the old fashioned way. I think it would be worth it as the parts I ordered will take up to a month to arrive.
I really appreciate all the advice I'm getting. I've done nothing but suck time and energy out of this thread. Hopefully I'll learn enough to help other wizards out some day.
Thanks, that's good to know. I'll look in to it when my shifter cable arrives. Hopefully I won't have to adjust the stock models when they too come in.
In the meantime, I'm going to see if I can convert it to a single speed. I figure If I can pop the gears off and rearrange them so the largest is in the centre of the cassette, I can just pop off a few chainlinks and then tension it the old fashioned way. I think it would be worth it as the parts I ordered will take up to a month to arrive.
I really appreciate all the advice I'm getting. I've done nothing but suck time and energy out of this thread. Hopefully I'll learn enough to help other wizards out some day.
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>>37314
Any anatomical saddle can do this. Brooks is a meme brand, so overpriced also. Hipsters would probably steal it also.
Any anatomical saddle can do this. Brooks is a meme brand, so overpriced also. Hipsters would probably steal it also.
I am strongly considering getting into bike touring.
I was really into riding my kick scooter around but problems with my hips limit the distance I can travel a day. Oddly enough it is about the same as my Max walk distance, so not all that far(10 miles or so a day, around 5 if I don't want to be sore).
Thing is I have not ridden a properly sized bicycle since my teens.
How do I know if long distance cycling is for me?
Anyone with exp bicycle touring have any tips?
I was really into riding my kick scooter around but problems with my hips limit the distance I can travel a day. Oddly enough it is about the same as my Max walk distance, so not all that far(10 miles or so a day, around 5 if I don't want to be sore).
Thing is I have not ridden a properly sized bicycle since my teens.
How do I know if long distance cycling is for me?
Anyone with exp bicycle touring have any tips?
>>38619
Touring is a substantial physical undertaking. Whatever you do you need a solid bike with drop handlebars (flat handlebars are for rough terrain, not roads) and put in the base miles. By this I mean putting in the raw miles over time getting your body into shape. Eventually you'll get to the point where 100 miles a day doesn't seem so bad, slowly building up a little daily ride (taking breaks when you need physical recovery) until you're in shape.
I've never heard of hip problems with cycling so you should be fine there. Chances are you'll fall in love with cycling pretty quickly. Cycling is a very efficient use of body power, and as such, you can go very far with decent effort.
Before you even think about actually touring you need the base miles.
Touring is a substantial physical undertaking. Whatever you do you need a solid bike with drop handlebars (flat handlebars are for rough terrain, not roads) and put in the base miles. By this I mean putting in the raw miles over time getting your body into shape. Eventually you'll get to the point where 100 miles a day doesn't seem so bad, slowly building up a little daily ride (taking breaks when you need physical recovery) until you're in shape.
I've never heard of hip problems with cycling so you should be fine there. Chances are you'll fall in love with cycling pretty quickly. Cycling is a very efficient use of body power, and as such, you can go very far with decent effort.
Before you even think about actually touring you need the base miles.
>>38622
Working up to a high level of fitness is something I am familiar with.
The way I messed up my hips is from martial arts, which is all about getting to and exceeding physical peeks.
The part that makes me nervous is my ignorance of the equipment and the fact that bicycling can be a money sink if you go to some shops and don't know what you're looking for.
I am doing my research now and plan to get a new bike in a month or two. That said it is the first time I will be buying a new bike for myself, and now that I think about it, the first time I will buy anything from a bike shop. But I want to get it from a proper shop to know I will get a proper fit and in person maintenance advice.
Working up to a high level of fitness is something I am familiar with.
The way I messed up my hips is from martial arts, which is all about getting to and exceeding physical peeks.
The part that makes me nervous is my ignorance of the equipment and the fact that bicycling can be a money sink if you go to some shops and don't know what you're looking for.
I am doing my research now and plan to get a new bike in a month or two. That said it is the first time I will be buying a new bike for myself, and now that I think about it, the first time I will buy anything from a bike shop. But I want to get it from a proper shop to know I will get a proper fit and in person maintenance advice.
>>38626
You don't really need fitting and maintenance advice from an LBS. You can learn those things yourself- RJ the bike guy and the Global Cycling network have pretty great videos about bike work (RJ more so since his videos are less monetised) but GCN is at least managed by people who know cycling in and out themselves.
Actually I think they just launched GTN, the global touring network.
As for bike fit- if you have a tape measure you can do bike fit. Bike fitting is something you need to do yourself, anyway. If you want to do it properly, you measure your bike's reach, stem height, saddle height, saddle position, etc, and write them down. Make adjustments piece by piece, writing it down, then go for a long ride to see how it feels.
Ball park it to start with, measure that, then do small adjustments over a long period of time to get it right. That's how you do bike fit.
What an LBS has is local advice. They can tell you what the weather is like locally, local road conditions, good places to go locally, as well as being an access point to local activities. They will also have tools. They'll have all the specific tools that you probably won't have, like a truing stand, press-fit tool, a crank remover (for older bikes), and all the little different shaped removers and adjustment tools. 95% of what you need you can get from allen keys, some wrenches, a spoke key, chain breaker, chain whip, cassette remover tool, BB remover tool, and a screwdriver. For the other 5%, the bike shop will have you covered.
I also like road.cc since they have many, many pages of buying guides and advice, and they review a lot of gear. Their reviews aren't too useful to me since it's usually high end, mid end stuff that's out of my budget range (who wants to spend £120 on shorts?), but they have articles describing concepts, like frame material, types of tire, what type of bike is right for you, that kind of thing.
You don't really need fitting and maintenance advice from an LBS. You can learn those things yourself- RJ the bike guy and the Global Cycling network have pretty great videos about bike work (RJ more so since his videos are less monetised) but GCN is at least managed by people who know cycling in and out themselves.
Actually I think they just launched GTN, the global touring network.
As for bike fit- if you have a tape measure you can do bike fit. Bike fitting is something you need to do yourself, anyway. If you want to do it properly, you measure your bike's reach, stem height, saddle height, saddle position, etc, and write them down. Make adjustments piece by piece, writing it down, then go for a long ride to see how it feels.
Ball park it to start with, measure that, then do small adjustments over a long period of time to get it right. That's how you do bike fit.
What an LBS has is local advice. They can tell you what the weather is like locally, local road conditions, good places to go locally, as well as being an access point to local activities. They will also have tools. They'll have all the specific tools that you probably won't have, like a truing stand, press-fit tool, a crank remover (for older bikes), and all the little different shaped removers and adjustment tools. 95% of what you need you can get from allen keys, some wrenches, a spoke key, chain breaker, chain whip, cassette remover tool, BB remover tool, and a screwdriver. For the other 5%, the bike shop will have you covered.
I also like road.cc since they have many, many pages of buying guides and advice, and they review a lot of gear. Their reviews aren't too useful to me since it's usually high end, mid end stuff that's out of my budget range (who wants to spend £120 on shorts?), but they have articles describing concepts, like frame material, types of tire, what type of bike is right for you, that kind of thing.
>>38638
That is based on the assumption that I know how to assemble a bike competently.
I rather pay extra to buy a bike that I can be reasonably sure was assembled correctly by someone who is expert or close to it.
A plus is most shops offer free tune ups and adjustments on bikes that they sell. That way I can get it up and running right while I am learning and getting tools.
Why is buying from a bike shop so bad?
Like I said before I don't know much about the mechanical side of bikes and other equipment related to them. My only experience with them is riding. It just doesn't seem to make sense for me to risk my life on the assembly skills of a total noob.
That is based on the assumption that I know how to assemble a bike competently.
I rather pay extra to buy a bike that I can be reasonably sure was assembled correctly by someone who is expert or close to it.
A plus is most shops offer free tune ups and adjustments on bikes that they sell. That way I can get it up and running right while I am learning and getting tools.
Why is buying from a bike shop so bad?
Like I said before I don't know much about the mechanical side of bikes and other equipment related to them. My only experience with them is riding. It just doesn't seem to make sense for me to risk my life on the assembly skills of a total noob.
>>38640
Another thing I that is a advantage that you didn't mention is that you can actually sit on and at some shops even try out the bike to get a feel for it and see if it feels like what you are looking for.
The advantage of buying online is it is usually cheaper, but I would not suggest it for someone totally new to the sport. Getting advice from someone who knows what they are talking about is worth the extra money.
Another thing I that is a advantage that you didn't mention is that you can actually sit on and at some shops even try out the bike to get a feel for it and see if it feels like what you are looking for.
The advantage of buying online is it is usually cheaper, but I would not suggest it for someone totally new to the sport. Getting advice from someone who knows what they are talking about is worth the extra money.
>>38640
Buying from a bike shop is just more money, it's not worse. I said that you don't need a bike shop, not that you shouldn't.
Bikes tend to come 90% assembled, anyway. All you need do is put in the wheels, index the gears (this is a mandatory skill with or without bike shop) and put in the handlebars and you'd be good to go. Oh yeah, and pedals.
Get some lithium (or marine, or whatever grease it doesn't matter) and grease the seatpost and the pedal threads to stop them fixing.
You can find so many guides online how to build a bike it's ridiculous. At least look online to see how easy it is before committing.
If you have the money, go for the bike shop, but you will be paying hundreds and hundreds of dollars more than you absolutely need to.
Buying from a bike shop is just more money, it's not worse. I said that you don't need a bike shop, not that you shouldn't.
Bikes tend to come 90% assembled, anyway. All you need do is put in the wheels, index the gears (this is a mandatory skill with or without bike shop) and put in the handlebars and you'd be good to go. Oh yeah, and pedals.
Get some lithium (or marine, or whatever grease it doesn't matter) and grease the seatpost and the pedal threads to stop them fixing.
You can find so many guides online how to build a bike it's ridiculous. At least look online to see how easy it is before committing.
If you have the money, go for the bike shop, but you will be paying hundreds and hundreds of dollars more than you absolutely need to.
>>38642
>but you will be paying hundreds and hundreds of dollars more
The mark up is not even close to being that bad.
At least in my experience.
>but you will be paying hundreds and hundreds of dollars more
The mark up is not even close to being that bad.
At least in my experience.
>>38649
It's not just the markup, it's the ability, online, to find the best deals. Your money goes further online, even if bike shops didn't mark up at all.
It's not just the markup, it's the ability, online, to find the best deals. Your money goes further online, even if bike shops didn't mark up at all.
>>38653
You can't try out the bike to get a feel for it online.
Is it worth pinching Penny's in the short run worth the very high chance of not getting the right bike in the first place, potentially driving this new guy away from cycling forever because of the bad experience.
Or he could just pay a bit more but be much more likely to get exactly the right bike, properly sized, and assembled correctly.
Plus if the shop is friendly, get hands on advice on how to maintain the bike.
And while he is there get a comfy helmet that properly fits too.
It just makes more sense for someone new to all this would be better off going to good local shop and be guided by someone who know what they are doing.
Mistakes can be expensive too, especially if you get the wrong bike.
You can't try out the bike to get a feel for it online.
Is it worth pinching Penny's in the short run worth the very high chance of not getting the right bike in the first place, potentially driving this new guy away from cycling forever because of the bad experience.
Or he could just pay a bit more but be much more likely to get exactly the right bike, properly sized, and assembled correctly.
Plus if the shop is friendly, get hands on advice on how to maintain the bike.
And while he is there get a comfy helmet that properly fits too.
It just makes more sense for someone new to all this would be better off going to good local shop and be guided by someone who know what they are doing.
Mistakes can be expensive too, especially if you get the wrong bike.
>>38654
Well I bought my first real bike online and it was great. Sure you gotta do your research. A lot. I actually used road.cc since they had personal reviews of the bikes I was considering, and really, that's where I think you should be going. It's for the UK but the general principles still apply.
But the most important thing is getting the right size. If on the borderline, get one smaller. Manufacturers have guides as to what size you should get, and so long as you're in the ballpark, or slightly smaller, adjustment is easy.
As for frame- the guarantee should cover that. If they have a warranty for a year or two then you can be pretty confident that the frame is decent. As for the groupset, the cassette, shifters, cranks, etc, so long as they're from a real company like Shimano or SRAM they'll work just great.
One other thing is the wheels- bikes tend to come with cheap wheels since they spend on the groupset and the frame and then get some heavy wheels and tires. This is fine though.
Buying online isn't as hard as you think it is.
The three important things are:
1. Right sized frame for your height.
2. Good groupset
3. Decent frame.
As for material, alu will be the most common at the entry level. Carbon is completely out of that budget, and steel tends to be heavier for the price.
Depends on how much money is worth to you. Doing the initial research will help you become more independent in the long run.
However- bike stores often have 'old stock' that's either old test bikes, or display models, or whatever. That's a good place to get a decent bike for a reasonable price from a bike shop.
Well I bought my first real bike online and it was great. Sure you gotta do your research. A lot. I actually used road.cc since they had personal reviews of the bikes I was considering, and really, that's where I think you should be going. It's for the UK but the general principles still apply.
But the most important thing is getting the right size. If on the borderline, get one smaller. Manufacturers have guides as to what size you should get, and so long as you're in the ballpark, or slightly smaller, adjustment is easy.
As for frame- the guarantee should cover that. If they have a warranty for a year or two then you can be pretty confident that the frame is decent. As for the groupset, the cassette, shifters, cranks, etc, so long as they're from a real company like Shimano or SRAM they'll work just great.
One other thing is the wheels- bikes tend to come with cheap wheels since they spend on the groupset and the frame and then get some heavy wheels and tires. This is fine though.
Buying online isn't as hard as you think it is.
The three important things are:
1. Right sized frame for your height.
2. Good groupset
3. Decent frame.
As for material, alu will be the most common at the entry level. Carbon is completely out of that budget, and steel tends to be heavier for the price.
Depends on how much money is worth to you. Doing the initial research will help you become more independent in the long run.
However- bike stores often have 'old stock' that's either old test bikes, or display models, or whatever. That's a good place to get a decent bike for a reasonable price from a bike shop.
>>38655
As for groupsets, road.cc even has groupset guides. Hell it has loads of guides which I read through many times before buying a bike. Which groupset you go for depends on your budget.
for a first bike, Shimano Sora is easily good enough. Claris will do, it's not bad at all, but Sora isn't much more expensive and it's a noticeable bump. There's some SRAM groupsets but they tend to start at what would be Shimano's midrange.
Forget Campagnolo sets- they're good but they're not exactly value parts.
As for groupsets, road.cc even has groupset guides. Hell it has loads of guides which I read through many times before buying a bike. Which groupset you go for depends on your budget.
for a first bike, Shimano Sora is easily good enough. Claris will do, it's not bad at all, but Sora isn't much more expensive and it's a noticeable bump. There's some SRAM groupsets but they tend to start at what would be Shimano's midrange.
Forget Campagnolo sets- they're good but they're not exactly value parts.
>>38655
If he's planning on touring than steel frame and sturdy wheels are a necessity.
Also prioritize gears for hill climbing over speed.
>Whatever you do you need a solid bike with drop handlebars (flat handlebars are for rough terrain, not roads)
This is just plain incorrect.
There is plenty of variation including flat and other handlebar designs used for paved streets and there are plenty of drop handlebars on bikes meant for rough Terrain (like cyclecross, gravel, and adventure bikes).
Shoot, it's like you've never heard of a cruise or commuter bike before.
There's more of the world than just road bikes and mountain bikes.
If he's planning on touring than steel frame and sturdy wheels are a necessity.
Also prioritize gears for hill climbing over speed.
>Whatever you do you need a solid bike with drop handlebars (flat handlebars are for rough terrain, not roads)
This is just plain incorrect.
There is plenty of variation including flat and other handlebar designs used for paved streets and there are plenty of drop handlebars on bikes meant for rough Terrain (like cyclecross, gravel, and adventure bikes).
Shoot, it's like you've never heard of a cruise or commuter bike before.
There's more of the world than just road bikes and mountain bikes.
>>38661
He wants drop handlebars on a tour since they allow you to vary hand positions to prevent numb hands, and the low position increases aerodynamic efficiency, which over hours of riding is super important. And instead of TT aerobars they allow better control to go around corners and such. Although you could do the aerobars and attach them to the drops as well.
It's not a commute. For a commute anything will do, really, but if you're commuting on roads, drops are preferred, due to the decreased effort needed to maintain speed.
He wants drop handlebars on a tour since they allow you to vary hand positions to prevent numb hands, and the low position increases aerodynamic efficiency, which over hours of riding is super important. And instead of TT aerobars they allow better control to go around corners and such. Although you could do the aerobars and attach them to the drops as well.
It's not a commute. For a commute anything will do, really, but if you're commuting on roads, drops are preferred, due to the decreased effort needed to maintain speed.
>>38688
Aerodynamic efficiency is already way out the window if you look at most touring setups.
Panyards, racks, all that stuff put on a bike is not exactly aerodynamically efficient and all the weight added lowers efficiency as well.
Again you're looking at this from the mindset of a roadie rather than the mindset of someone doing a self-supported tour.
There are plenty of people who don't use drop handlebars and have traveled the world on bicycle with flats or with other configuration of handlebars. Your preference for drop handlebars says more about you than about what is necessary for touring. When it comes to handlebar configuration for touring it has a lot more to do with comfort and control for the individual and what conditions the person is planning on touring in.
Besides upright comfortable posture is a lot more prevalent for touring then the heavily bent over posture that drop handlebars tend to favor.
Aerodynamic efficiency is already way out the window if you look at most touring setups.
Panyards, racks, all that stuff put on a bike is not exactly aerodynamically efficient and all the weight added lowers efficiency as well.
Again you're looking at this from the mindset of a roadie rather than the mindset of someone doing a self-supported tour.
There are plenty of people who don't use drop handlebars and have traveled the world on bicycle with flats or with other configuration of handlebars. Your preference for drop handlebars says more about you than about what is necessary for touring. When it comes to handlebar configuration for touring it has a lot more to do with comfort and control for the individual and what conditions the person is planning on touring in.
Besides upright comfortable posture is a lot more prevalent for touring then the heavily bent over posture that drop handlebars tend to favor.
>>38693
These are all valid points. It will come down to personal preference. Just as you may have figured, my personal preference is drop bars. You can bring them up with an angled stem or perhaps spacers (like in CX bikes), so you get an upright position when on the hoods. The side-on hand position I consider better overall due to the arms requiring less twist. When on a flat bar, the arm bones twist around a bit to maintain the position, hence the prevalence of bull bars. They also allow a variety of hand positions- you can grab the flats on the drops if you want, the hoods, go into the drops, or grab the very end of the drops for a large variety in grips, so you're not locked in the same position the entire time.
There's also that you get nice STI shifters on drop bars. While you can get ratchet shifters on a flat bar, they're most likely going to be grip shifters. Shifting with STI shifters is really nice. Or if you want downtube/top tube/stem shifters like in the 80s you could do that with either handlebars since they don't even get near the handlebars. While they're durable and maintenance free, it takes a while to get used to them and shifting is slower and you have to take a hand off the bars, which you only have a limited quantity of.
So overall, my recommendation is that if someone hasn't cycled for a while and wants to go straight into touring, that's probably a bad idea. You want to do some regular cycling first (it's fun as fuck) to get a feel of what kind of bike is best for you. I consider drop bars worth it, even when not counting speed.
These are all valid points. It will come down to personal preference. Just as you may have figured, my personal preference is drop bars. You can bring them up with an angled stem or perhaps spacers (like in CX bikes), so you get an upright position when on the hoods. The side-on hand position I consider better overall due to the arms requiring less twist. When on a flat bar, the arm bones twist around a bit to maintain the position, hence the prevalence of bull bars. They also allow a variety of hand positions- you can grab the flats on the drops if you want, the hoods, go into the drops, or grab the very end of the drops for a large variety in grips, so you're not locked in the same position the entire time.
There's also that you get nice STI shifters on drop bars. While you can get ratchet shifters on a flat bar, they're most likely going to be grip shifters. Shifting with STI shifters is really nice. Or if you want downtube/top tube/stem shifters like in the 80s you could do that with either handlebars since they don't even get near the handlebars. While they're durable and maintenance free, it takes a while to get used to them and shifting is slower and you have to take a hand off the bars, which you only have a limited quantity of.
So overall, my recommendation is that if someone hasn't cycled for a while and wants to go straight into touring, that's probably a bad idea. You want to do some regular cycling first (it's fun as fuck) to get a feel of what kind of bike is best for you. I consider drop bars worth it, even when not counting speed.
I was playing around with my propane torch on a spare shimano derailleur. The thing melted. It splashed down like water. Now they're making shit out of zinc.
>>38698
Like I said, they're meant to be flexible so you can bend them back after a crash, instead of having it just break and need replacing.
Like I said, they're meant to be flexible so you can bend them back after a crash, instead of having it just break and need replacing.
>>38699
that's not what flexible means, not from an engineering standpoint
flexible would be steel with a spring temper
zinc parts that bend and don't flex back to true, forcing the user to manually bend them into realignment is pathetic and demented
that's not what flexible means, not from an engineering standpoint
flexible would be steel with a spring temper
zinc parts that bend and don't flex back to true, forcing the user to manually bend them into realignment is pathetic and demented
>>38700
Zinc is also lighter. Also you did check that your jockey wheels weren't plastic, right?
Zinc is also lighter. Also you did check that your jockey wheels weren't plastic, right?
>Zinc is also lighter.
Wonderful. Let's throw away strength and reliability to have a bicycle that weighs half a gram less.
Wonderful. Let's throw away strength and reliability to have a bicycle that weighs half a gram less.
I'm going to repair and then sell my $250 road bike and buy a used off-road model for (hopefully) around $100. It baffles me why I didn't consider buying used when I got this one retail given that I often spend hours browsing classifieds for other things. Once I get my new wheels I'm going to do a 150km round trip that I couldn't do with my current tyres.
>>38705
Someone said earlier about hardening the steel to reduce the chance of breakage, maybe that's him. Shimano has some budget derailleurs that really skimp on material thickness. I'm comparing a $10 model with a $30 model and the tripled price of the latter adds about 10x the metal used. I can bend the cheap one about with my hands but naturally the other one is rock solid. I recommend anyone should replace their derailleurs if they're amongst the cheapest models.
If the metal used can't be hardened without professional equipment, consider "casing" it in a material such as JB weld. It will be like a suit of armour for a component when applied liberally.
>>38705
Someone said earlier about hardening the steel to reduce the chance of breakage, maybe that's him. Shimano has some budget derailleurs that really skimp on material thickness. I'm comparing a $10 model with a $30 model and the tripled price of the latter adds about 10x the metal used. I can bend the cheap one about with my hands but naturally the other one is rock solid. I recommend anyone should replace their derailleurs if they're amongst the cheapest models.
If the metal used can't be hardened without professional equipment, consider "casing" it in a material such as JB weld. It will be like a suit of armour for a component when applied liberally.
>>38705
It looked suspicious because it had no rust. And I don't trust a part without some rust on it.
>>38737
I use jb weld in my hobbies all the time, and it's a filler, not a brace. The maximum thickness you could apply to a derailleur won't be thick enough to resist breaking in a crash. Stuff would need to be like 1" thick on all sides and no part has that much space.
>Someone said earlier about hardening the steel to reduce the chance of breakage
I did, and it worked.
It looked suspicious because it had no rust. And I don't trust a part without some rust on it.
>>38737
I use jb weld in my hobbies all the time, and it's a filler, not a brace. The maximum thickness you could apply to a derailleur won't be thick enough to resist breaking in a crash. Stuff would need to be like 1" thick on all sides and no part has that much space.
>Someone said earlier about hardening the steel to reduce the chance of breakage
I did, and it worked.
What is a reasonable distance to bike with someone just starting out?
2 miles, 5 miles, 10 miles?
I don't want to over do it like I did when I first started weight training.
2 miles, 5 miles, 10 miles?
I don't want to over do it like I did when I first started weight training.
>>38794
Start slow and build your way up.
Feel free to take breaks. The average seasoned biker doesn't blink at riding 30 miles in a day.
Start slow and build your way up.
Feel free to take breaks. The average seasoned biker doesn't blink at riding 30 miles in a day.
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Well I did it, got the cheapest new bike I could find to hold me over. Cost $98 USD after taxes. There was nothing affordable on classifieds. It has a lifetime frame warranty and 1 year parts/service, mixed reviews. Going to repair and likely sell my original road bike soon. Might buy a saddle seat and plastic fender set. I got some nice illuminated handle grips, a handlebar bag, lights, and a mirror off of my old bike so I'm ready to break this one in.
>>38794
It depends on how active you've been up until getting the bike. If you spend most of your time laying about, then stick to 1-3 miles for the first few rides. If you're already somewhat active you might be able to tackle 10 miles right away, but note you may need a few long rides before you develop a tolerance to the seat, especially if you're a heavier build. Just don't test your endurance by going far from home, but do laps nearby instead. I had to walk back 36km with my bike and gear because I thought I could handle a long ride when I couldn't. Don't get stranded. Remember to monitor your breathing during times of hard peddling and make a conscious effort to get all of your leg muscles working together so you don't fry out just a few.
>>38794
It depends on how active you've been up until getting the bike. If you spend most of your time laying about, then stick to 1-3 miles for the first few rides. If you're already somewhat active you might be able to tackle 10 miles right away, but note you may need a few long rides before you develop a tolerance to the seat, especially if you're a heavier build. Just don't test your endurance by going far from home, but do laps nearby instead. I had to walk back 36km with my bike and gear because I thought I could handle a long ride when I couldn't. Don't get stranded. Remember to monitor your breathing during times of hard peddling and make a conscious effort to get all of your leg muscles working together so you don't fry out just a few.
>>38797
Chances are you bought a bicycle shaped object. 99% of the advice is that BSOs aren't worth the money and fall apart in a few months. It's not really saving money if it just becomes unsafe junk.
Chances are you bought a bicycle shaped object. 99% of the advice is that BSOs aren't worth the money and fall apart in a few months. It's not really saving money if it just becomes unsafe junk.
>>38798
I'd be OK getting six months of rolling around with it. If something happens that the warranty doesn't cover and the wheels are still usable, then I can prop them on another frame that I have access to and maybe rig something movable from that. Until then I'll park it inside and keep an eye on things.
I'd be OK getting six months of rolling around with it. If something happens that the warranty doesn't cover and the wheels are still usable, then I can prop them on another frame that I have access to and maybe rig something movable from that. Until then I'll park it inside and keep an eye on things.
>>38798
Bicycle snobbery.
The typical $100 department store model like he bought lasts forever in my experience. My three "BSOs" have anywhere from 5k to 30k miles on them. Nothing falls apart. I wouldn't trade them for the most expensive bicycle in the world.
Bicycle snobbery.
The typical $100 department store model like he bought lasts forever in my experience. My three "BSOs" have anywhere from 5k to 30k miles on them. Nothing falls apart. I wouldn't trade them for the most expensive bicycle in the world.
>>38799
There's a bias for people who really like cycling against BSOs- they will roll around for a bit so they aren't that bad, but they're pretty much disposable bikes. For people who love cycling, typically the regret is not spending more on even higher quality items.
And their repairability leaves something to be desired too, instead of using standard parts they tend to use proprietary parts that can't really be replaced, or upgraded. For people who love their bikes, BSOs are masochism.
There's a bias for people who really like cycling against BSOs- they will roll around for a bit so they aren't that bad, but they're pretty much disposable bikes. For people who love cycling, typically the regret is not spending more on even higher quality items.
And their repairability leaves something to be desired too, instead of using standard parts they tend to use proprietary parts that can't really be replaced, or upgraded. For people who love their bikes, BSOs are masochism.
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Bought a KM dropper post for a couple of hundred quid. Would recommend if you're doing anything fun and fast. Faster and safer.
>>38794
You could jump right into 50 miles, but it will be brutal. I did that, and it was probably the most physically exhaused and hungry I've ever been. I found that I really improved rapidly after these long rides. I did the same 50 mile ride in like 3 hours less a week later.
I don't really enjoy these long rides though. If I ride for 2 hours on some comfy road with little traffic, it can be very meditative. Longer than that and I just get tired and fed up.
You could jump right into 50 miles, but it will be brutal. I did that, and it was probably the most physically exhaused and hungry I've ever been. I found that I really improved rapidly after these long rides. I did the same 50 mile ride in like 3 hours less a week later.
I don't really enjoy these long rides though. If I ride for 2 hours on some comfy road with little traffic, it can be very meditative. Longer than that and I just get tired and fed up.
why has the price of inner-tubes doubled? they were always like $2.30 since I can remember, and were still like $2.30 when I last looked in may
both kroger's and walmart want $5 now, wtf
both kroger's and walmart want $5 now, wtf
>>39023
Are you sure they were the normal kind because I have seen at Walmart the flat seal ones for around $5?
Are you sure they were the normal kind because I have seen at Walmart the flat seal ones for around $5?
Bike noob question.
When I go to stores and stuff do I have to lug all the bike stuff (helmet, lights, repair kit, bottles, etc) with me whenever I am away from the bike?
According to my neighbor you also have to take the front tire and seat with you too.
If you have to carry all that stuff with you whenever you get off your bike wouldn't it make cycling crazy impractical to use to run errands or do anything that requires being away from the bike?
When I go to stores and stuff do I have to lug all the bike stuff (helmet, lights, repair kit, bottles, etc) with me whenever I am away from the bike?
According to my neighbor you also have to take the front tire and seat with you too.
If you have to carry all that stuff with you whenever you get off your bike wouldn't it make cycling crazy impractical to use to run errands or do anything that requires being away from the bike?
>>39092
Well yeah. Bring an empty backpack and put your lights inside. You only need to bring your wheels if they cost more then a hundred. It depends how expensive your gear is.
Well yeah. Bring an empty backpack and put your lights inside. You only need to bring your wheels if they cost more then a hundred. It depends how expensive your gear is.
>>39092
A general rule is that if someone can take it off with just their hands, take it with you.
Replace your QRs with something that requires a hex screw (or maybe a special uncommon key, I got one that requires a pentagon key). Same with the seat- if it's a QR seatpost, someone's going to steal it just to fuck with you. People tend to not carry hex keys around.
The risk to your front wheel is not thieves but kids looking to make someone's day worse.
Leave the bike somewhere public. While people don't actually stop someone if they're stealing a bike, it will deter thieves.
I recommend getting a saddle bag or tube bag or something you can strap to the bike to carry everything so it's not on your back.
People won't steal your bottles though. It's not an inconvenience enough for assholes, and it's not valuable enough for thieves.
A general rule is that if someone can take it off with just their hands, take it with you.
Replace your QRs with something that requires a hex screw (or maybe a special uncommon key, I got one that requires a pentagon key). Same with the seat- if it's a QR seatpost, someone's going to steal it just to fuck with you. People tend to not carry hex keys around.
The risk to your front wheel is not thieves but kids looking to make someone's day worse.
Leave the bike somewhere public. While people don't actually stop someone if they're stealing a bike, it will deter thieves.
I recommend getting a saddle bag or tube bag or something you can strap to the bike to carry everything so it's not on your back.
People won't steal your bottles though. It's not an inconvenience enough for assholes, and it's not valuable enough for thieves.
>>39092
>>39094
Holy canoly no. Your seat is only at risk if it's a special sold-separately type wide saddle or banana cruiser seat, and even those often come with precationary measures the prevent toolless removal. Nobody wants to steal the regular saddle that came with the bike because chances are it's akin to sitting on a brick. The only wheels at risk of being stolen are those new giant off-road tyres and shiny brass-spoke whitewalls. The same can be said about reflectors, pedals, and basic accessories such as bottle cages and pumps. These things can be found on bikes which have been tossed out as rubbish and nobody's going to buy them used, so there's no profit behind stealing them. Consider that tools are still required for disassembly of a bicycle. In these days of electronic banking and general human stupidity, any drugchad or sketchy tyrone isn't going to be handy enough with hand tools to destroy your life's work, and they'd sooner lease some ricer automobile before building up the motivation to run home with a handful of useless miscellaneous bike parts. Lights may be stolen if they can be popped off easily, in fact I think mine were. Park in front of your destination where the bike is viewable through the building's windows, and don't settle for there being no bike rack. If there isn't, find the nearest one that can be seen clearly from a reputable business and walk the difference. In developed nations, bike racks will always have security cameras covering them.
Your bike as a whole though is always at risk of being stolen. Don't go to the dollar store for a lock. If it has plastic on it, put it back and get something made of solid steel bar. Lock up the bike, but not between where the seat bar sits in and above the main middle bar, because then someone will kick off your seat and slide the lock off. Thread the straps of your helmet around the lock too if it will hold it, and if not just wear your helmet in with you or carry a shoulder bag for it.
It also depends on where you are exactly. Innercity any city will be a thief's playground. If your bike is expensive, find places to go near parks, bus stations, grade schools, and anywhere else law officers may patrol regularly.
>>39094
Holy canoly no. Your seat is only at risk if it's a special sold-separately type wide saddle or banana cruiser seat, and even those often come with precationary measures the prevent toolless removal. Nobody wants to steal the regular saddle that came with the bike because chances are it's akin to sitting on a brick. The only wheels at risk of being stolen are those new giant off-road tyres and shiny brass-spoke whitewalls. The same can be said about reflectors, pedals, and basic accessories such as bottle cages and pumps. These things can be found on bikes which have been tossed out as rubbish and nobody's going to buy them used, so there's no profit behind stealing them. Consider that tools are still required for disassembly of a bicycle. In these days of electronic banking and general human stupidity, any drugchad or sketchy tyrone isn't going to be handy enough with hand tools to destroy your life's work, and they'd sooner lease some ricer automobile before building up the motivation to run home with a handful of useless miscellaneous bike parts. Lights may be stolen if they can be popped off easily, in fact I think mine were. Park in front of your destination where the bike is viewable through the building's windows, and don't settle for there being no bike rack. If there isn't, find the nearest one that can be seen clearly from a reputable business and walk the difference. In developed nations, bike racks will always have security cameras covering them.
Your bike as a whole though is always at risk of being stolen. Don't go to the dollar store for a lock. If it has plastic on it, put it back and get something made of solid steel bar. Lock up the bike, but not between where the seat bar sits in and above the main middle bar, because then someone will kick off your seat and slide the lock off. Thread the straps of your helmet around the lock too if it will hold it, and if not just wear your helmet in with you or carry a shoulder bag for it.
It also depends on where you are exactly. Innercity any city will be a thief's playground. If your bike is expensive, find places to go near parks, bus stations, grade schools, and anywhere else law officers may patrol regularly.
Watched this interesting documentary called Life Cycles.
It was mainly just eye candy but a fun watch.
Here is a link if anyone is interested
http://cosmosdocumentaries5.blogspot.com/2014/02/life-cycles-hd-documentary-film.html?m=1
It was mainly just eye candy but a fun watch.
Here is a link if anyone is interested
http://cosmosdocumentaries5.blogspot.com/2014/02/life-cycles-hd-documentary-film.html?m=1
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I am finally getting my first brand new bicycle from a bike shop.
They recommended the trek fx 3. It seems to be a good all-around bike that I can use for commuting, training, and once I am ready even touring, that fits well within my price range.
I am wondering what accessories I should get with it. I also wonder you guy's thoughts on the bike.
They recommended the trek fx 3. It seems to be a good all-around bike that I can use for commuting, training, and once I am ready even touring, that fits well within my price range.
I am wondering what accessories I should get with it. I also wonder you guy's thoughts on the bike.
>>39899
>not single speed/fixed
>internal cable routing on frame
>flat bars with no rise or sweep
>unicrown fork
>vertical drop?? [cant tell]
i give this bike and many more in this thread a 0/10, single speed/fixed or go home!
ur better off finding a bike on craigslist with a track drop and fixing it up. otherwise when a part on ur bike breaks, u dont know how to fix it. also, u can probably find a better frame on craigslist than that. look for crowned forks and joinings. 4130 steel, etc,.
>not single speed/fixed
>internal cable routing on frame
>flat bars with no rise or sweep
>unicrown fork
>vertical drop?? [cant tell]
i give this bike and many more in this thread a 0/10, single speed/fixed or go home!
ur better off finding a bike on craigslist with a track drop and fixing it up. otherwise when a part on ur bike breaks, u dont know how to fix it. also, u can probably find a better frame on craigslist than that. look for crowned forks and joinings. 4130 steel, etc,.
>>39900
Well I am not a hipster and none of the things you mentioned relate to practicality at all so…
Well I am not a hipster and none of the things you mentioned relate to practicality at all so…
>>39899
Get fenders, bottle cages(s) and some seat cover so that you won't wear out your clothes when commuting in them. I also find flat city pedals better than the ones that usually come with bikes.
Another thing you might want to consider are lights, if you plan to ride in the evenings. I also have a small saddle bag where with basic tools and a patch kit, but it's a pain to empty it out every time I lock my bike somewhere, because I'm paranoid that someone would steal.
Have a nice ride, and remember, cable lock and u-lock are bare minimum when leaving your bike out in the open.
Get fenders, bottle cages(s) and some seat cover so that you won't wear out your clothes when commuting in them. I also find flat city pedals better than the ones that usually come with bikes.
Another thing you might want to consider are lights, if you plan to ride in the evenings. I also have a small saddle bag where with basic tools and a patch kit, but it's a pain to empty it out every time I lock my bike somewhere, because I'm paranoid that someone would steal.
Have a nice ride, and remember, cable lock and u-lock are bare minimum when leaving your bike out in the open.
>>39901
they all relate to an easier bike to fix and service by urself, have fun rerouting internally housed cables or fixing a derailleur that gets hit out of alignment
>>39902
i live in a very hilly city, u walk up the hills when biking isnt convenient lol, thats the whole point of going single speed/fixed, it takes a lot of weight off the bike so its easy to push or carry
they all relate to an easier bike to fix and service by urself, have fun rerouting internally housed cables or fixing a derailleur that gets hit out of alignment
>>39902
i live in a very hilly city, u walk up the hills when biking isnt convenient lol, thats the whole point of going single speed/fixed, it takes a lot of weight off the bike so its easy to push or carry
>>39900
>4130 steel
Have you even seen the datasheet on that? One might as well build a bicycle out of rebar.
>4130 steel
Have you even seen the datasheet on that? One might as well build a bicycle out of rebar.
>>39907
4130 is perfectly fine u autist, but if u really want to waste ur shekels on an alum frame with a carbon fork then be my guest, just dont cry when someone steals it
4130 is perfectly fine u autist, but if u really want to waste ur shekels on an alum frame with a carbon fork then be my guest, just dont cry when someone steals it
>>39905
>have fun rerouting internally housed cables or fixing a derailleur that gets hit out of alignment
I actually will. Cable manager/manipulation is something I am quite comfortable with and gears are still relatively simple enough for me to repair or replace if and when necessary.
Have fun walking up hills, going relatively slow for the same power output, and just being inefficient in general.
>have fun rerouting internally housed cables or fixing a derailleur that gets hit out of alignment
I actually will. Cable manager/manipulation is something I am quite comfortable with and gears are still relatively simple enough for me to repair or replace if and when necessary.
Have fun walking up hills, going relatively slow for the same power output, and just being inefficient in general.
>>39908
You're a posing idiot with no idea about different metals and their mechanical properties. You just thought typing 4130 STEEL would look impressive and learned to us know-nothings.
Go scratch yourself.
You're a posing idiot with no idea about different metals and their mechanical properties. You just thought typing 4130 STEEL would look impressive and learned to us know-nothings.
Go scratch yourself.
>>39911
im not trying to looked impressive? i dont know who shat in ur cheerios, nor do i know who conned u into thinking that you need anything better than a 4130 steel frame/fork. bye bye to ur shekels wageslave, enjoy sinking ur money into something to replace ur personality :))))
>>39909
if u want to be efficient then drive a car idiot. efficiency is not the point of biking, but have fun selling ur bike on craigslist in a few months when u get bored. especially since its winter lol u arent even gonna ride it, what is it with incel wageslaves buying their way into hobbies they dont care to learn anything about
im not trying to looked impressive? i dont know who shat in ur cheerios, nor do i know who conned u into thinking that you need anything better than a 4130 steel frame/fork. bye bye to ur shekels wageslave, enjoy sinking ur money into something to replace ur personality :))))
>>39909
if u want to be efficient then drive a car idiot. efficiency is not the point of biking, but have fun selling ur bike on craigslist in a few months when u get bored. especially since its winter lol u arent even gonna ride it, what is it with incel wageslaves buying their way into hobbies they dont care to learn anything about
>>39914
Bikes are actually the most efficient device for transferring power output into distance.
As for winter, I am far enough South that I can, and will bike year around. I had a similar hobby before getting into bicycles but had to stop because of hip and foot injuries in a separate unrelated hobby.
Furthermore all the insults are off base and unnecessary.
This isn't /b/. There is having a bit of fun " pretending" to be a idiot and then there is stuff that can get your post deleted or you banned. Know where the line is and don't cross it.
Bikes are actually the most efficient device for transferring power output into distance.
As for winter, I am far enough South that I can, and will bike year around. I had a similar hobby before getting into bicycles but had to stop because of hip and foot injuries in a separate unrelated hobby.
Furthermore all the insults are off base and unnecessary.
This isn't /b/. There is having a bit of fun " pretending" to be a idiot and then there is stuff that can get your post deleted or you banned. Know where the line is and don't cross it.
>>38798
Three months. I crashed twice at high speed within the same minute and both brake assemblies broke completely. I am able to spend more now so I won't settle for something so cheap, but this might be covered under warranty. I'm going to look for a used cycle first.
The first crash wasn't my fault. I was riding through my crossing signal and mister smoke-windows BMW guns it, so I swerved around him and lost control. Luckily I hit the grass and went for a tumble downhill. It was fun but screw that guy. The second crash was my fault, landed in mud puddle.
New thread maybe??
Three months. I crashed twice at high speed within the same minute and both brake assemblies broke completely. I am able to spend more now so I won't settle for something so cheap, but this might be covered under warranty. I'm going to look for a used cycle first.
The first crash wasn't my fault. I was riding through my crossing signal and mister smoke-windows BMW guns it, so I swerved around him and lost control. Luckily I hit the grass and went for a tumble downhill. It was fun but screw that guy. The second crash was my fault, landed in mud puddle.
New thread maybe??
>>24089
they are seen this way yes, but they are built like tanks and super cheap, so i recommend them regardless of being a girly bike for old ladies
they are seen this way yes, but they are built like tanks and super cheap, so i recommend them regardless of being a girly bike for old ladies
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