Admission:- I can't ride no hands !

[kingrollo]

Despite 30 years cycling under my belt - I can't ride no hands. To be honest I don't try much - I just couldn't let go of the bars .......

Any tips for mastering this skill ? painlessly ?

 

[MiK1138]

Don't, you are in charge of a vehicle and should maintain control at all times, It rips my knitting when I see people riding with no hands, usually texting, the very thing they would scream blue murder about if it was a motorist

 

[Illaveago]

I used to be able to when I was young. It could be down to the type of cycle you ride, some are more twichy than others and some are more relaxed.

 

[Tim Hall]

Don't, you are in charge of a vehicle and should maintain control at all times, It rips my knitting when I see people riding with no hands, usually texting, the very thing they would scream blue murder about if it was a motorist

I think the difference in damage potential from the two modes of transport has some relevance here.

 

[kingrollo]

Don't, you are in charge of a vehicle and should maintain control at all times, It rips my knitting when I see people riding with no hands, usually texting, the very thing they would scream blue murder about if it was a motorist

I know and agree - But I completed the birmingham velo this year - which was fantastic and my best cycling achievement- I intend to do it again next year and it would be the icing on the cake to cross the finish line no hands !

 

[MiK1138]

I think the difference in damage potential from the two modes of transport has some relevance here.

I think thats a cop out to excuse behavior we complain about when we see other road users doing it. and the weight of my bike will have no bearing on the impact of damage should i hit a pothole and go down

 

[flake99please]

I think the difference in damage potential from the two modes of transport has some relevance here.

Would you say the same thing about jumping a Red light?

 

[Tim Hall]

I think thats a cop out to excuse behavior we complain about when we see other road users doing it. and the weight of my bike will have no bearing on the impact of damage should i hit a pothole and go down

The damage to you. The damage an uncontrolled motor vehicle can cause to other people is considerable.

(Edit, TMN^2)

 

[kingrollo]

Chill out guys its christmas ! - I was hoping this would be a lighthearted thread - full of epic fails - !!!!

 

[Banjo]

Im not very confident doing it but basic principle is sit very upright with center of weight to the back.

On my old trek hybrid it was easy.cant do it on my jamis aurora at all for some reason.

Some riders I know put jackets on and off still riding fast.

 

[Tim Hall]

Chill out guys its christmas ! - I was hoping this would be a lighthearted thread - full of epic fails - !!!!

LMNH would have to change its name to LMONWRIFCOTB.

(Look mum, one hand while remaining in full control of the bike)

 

[flake99please]

Can we have "I saw a cyclist with no lights" for a full house?

Why not? It is Christmas after all...

 

[kingrollo]

Have you tried taking your hands off a couple of inches and keeping them there within easy reach?

 

[Jason]

Have always been able to do it and still do when away from other traffic/bikes/pedestrians if i need to adjust clothing, reach for a energy bar or just to relieve pressure on my hands for 10 seconds.
start by picking a very quiet slightly downhill section of path - and keep yourself centred on the bike, then let go with one hand, and slowly gradually lift other hand away (keep it close to the grip, until you master the skill).
a bit of speed actually helps the bike to go straight.

don't worry about the PC brigade - you want to have that no hands moment across the finish line - GOOD LUCK !!

 

[MiK1138]

Where did this bit come from?

The amount of people i see riding along no handed and sending a text or at least fiddling with their phone is unreal