Merry christmas ! What was your christmas day ride?

[Bhitucyclist]

Just try not to ride in the gutter, too close to the edge of the road. That’s often where puncture causing objects reside.

I had a Santa hat on but didn’t get a picture.

Yes i try to avoid the gutter. Possibly it just gave in after a few years. Plus i dont ride it a lot

 

[Bhitucyclist]

They were going somewhere to do that. I’d say a good quarter of traffic was Ubers or similar (lots of Prius)

Guess you are right - all heading to christmas dinner ! 😊

 

[Bhitucyclist]

And sometimes punctures just happen. I hadn't had a puncture for going on three years, and earlier this month had two within the space of an hour.

Yes both my bikes got punctures at close quarters !

 

[chriswoody]

Minus 6 today with clear blue skies and lots of Hoar frost. I headed out into the forest for a lovely peaceful 25km ride.

More here:

https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/your-ride-today.173254/post-6622134

 

[TheCheapBikeMan]

I was hoping to do a longish ride ! But even my hybrid tyres got a puncture today. Am i riding in a way that is causing more punctures! Vexed ! But it was fun to ride in my elf gear ! Got a lot of Merry christmas shouts. How was your ride ? A lot more cars on the roads than expected

To a frozen lake called Bolevak in Plzen, Czech Republic with my three kids also on bikes. Received "Bad Parent Award" for letting them walk on it...

 

[TheDoctor]

No ride for me today but I did get out with the dog for an hour or more. Currently juggling a turkey, roasties, nibbles and a glass of wine. Just made some smoked salmon and goats cheese pate.

 

[Tribansman]

Got out early (5.45) so roads completely empty and drizzle rather than the heavy rain forecast, which was a welcome surprise.

Wind was a pain though and yeah, seemed to be gusting from all directions.

Only managed just over 21 miles as had to get back for Mini T.

Aiming for a big ride tomorrow or Monday, will be my last long one of the year and only chance to put a big dent in the Festive 500

 

[Bhitucyclist]

Minus 6 today with clear blue skies and lots of Hoar frost. I headed out into the forest for a lovely peaceful 25km ride.

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More here:

https://www.cyclechat.net/threads/your-ride-today.173254/post-6622134

Sounds like a nice enjoyable ride

 

[Bhitucyclist]

Got out early (5.45) so roads completely empty and drizzle rather than the heavy rain forecast, which was a welcome surprise.

Wind was a pain though and yeah, seemed to be gusting from all directions.

Only managed just over 21 miles as had to get back for Mini T.

Aiming for a big ride tomorrow or Monday, will be my last long one of the year and only chance to put a big dent in the Festive 500

I am still mulling over the new tyre for my main bike - hve to get into long training rides.still have the issue with going downhill fear ! 😔

 

[Bhitucyclist]

No ride for me today but I did get out with the dog for an hour or more. Currently juggling a turkey, roasties, nibbles and a glass of wine. Just made some smoked salmon and goats cheese pate.

That sounds like feast for the whole village! I had some comfort food and the half belgian chocolate bomb ! I mean i cant move - possibly there was melted concrete in chocolate form

 

[Tribansman]

I am still mulling over the new tyre for my main bike - hve to get into long training rides.still have the issue with going downhill fear ! 😔

Narrowed it down at all?
And how fast is fast? Just freewheel and enjoy the rest, and if you need to brake, whatever makes you feel comfortable 👍

 

[oldwheels]

Bright but low sun with near gale force freezing cold wind is not encouraging as too dangerous and difficult on our single track roads.
Indoors kind of day for me.

 

[Jenkins]

Just an 8 mile round trip to mum's and back for Christmas dinner, but I did get my annual Festive 50k ride in yesterday in some unexpectedly good conditions.

 

[Bhitucyclist]

Narrowed it down at all?
And how fast is fast? Just freewheel and enjoy the rest, and if you need to brake, whatever makes you feel comfortable 👍

Strong reco from the ride captain - continental gatorskins

 

[Bhitucyclist]

Just an 8 mile round trip to mum's and back for Christmas dinner, but I did get my annual Festive 50k ride in yesterday in some unexpectedly good conditions.

Yes yesterday was better weather. I have to weather the weather as need to get training for P2P next year