Countdown to my Next Bike Ride......

[Reynard]

I have now done 4 rides of 20, 15, 22 and 17 miles, the 2 shorter ones were due to the weather. I'm really hoping the next ride on Sunday is not icy. I am still avoiding evening rides in the dark.
Last night was my 3rd spin class and the first one when I managed to stand up for a few minutes at the end.

Neat!

 

[Pat "5mph"]

Well done Katherine!
Are the hands still a bit sore?

 

[Katherine]

Well done Katherine!
Are the hands still a bit sore?

Yes!
It's hard to put weight on them but getting easier.
My thumb doesn't bend properly and hurts to use it with force.
The physio says I have to keep trying to use it normally and not be put off doing anything just because it hurts. I am still seeing improvements.
I need to build up strength in my wrists and grip.

 

[Pat "5mph"]

It can only get better! Keep going!

 

[Katherine]

It can only get better! Keep going!

Thanks

 

[Katherine]

As long as the road surface isn't slippery then you can safely do all your braking with the front brake anyway,

On Sunday, I noticed that braking in the wet was much harder!

 

[ColinJ]

On Sunday, I noticed that braking in the wet was much harder!

Try to apply the brake(s) lightly for a few seconds before you need them, to clear the rims/disks of water?

 

[Levo-Lon]

On Sunday, I noticed that braking in the wet was much harder!

Cold weather and wet weather is never good with a hand injury.
And thick gloves can also limit strength.

So glad your getting again..