My first 10 miler :)

[Mike A]

Well, 3 weeks after starting to cycle again I've just completed my first 10 miler - and no stops either. So, here I am, stood on the very bottom rung of a very tall ladder

The great thing about it was that after cycling a regular route of 6 miles or so over the last few weeks that has a 'serious incline' (for me ), the relatively flat 10 miles I rode today proved to be much easier than I thought it would be.

10.2 miles at an average of just over 11 mph on a trek 7.2 FX. It's a start.

 

[rh100]

It's more than a start mate, that's great progress, well done. I managed a 10 mile a short while back but believe me there were plenty of stops

I think when you first start, the hills are a killer, no matter how small the incline, any kind of hill does me in at the moment.

Keep it up, and let us know when you get to the next milestone

Rich

 

[Crackle]

Well done Mike, I've got a regular 10 mile route which comes into use when I've not been on the bike in a while or I need a short pleasant route out as time is pressing, good effort, feels good I bet. Nice bike the 7.2, I think quite a few people have them on the forum, don't think I've heard a bad word about it.

 

[Big Jack Brass]

So, here I am, stood on the very bottom rung of a very tall ladder

It's not a tall ladder, it's a long and beautiful road

 

[alecstilleyedye]

well done sir. keep up the good work.

 

[aJohnson]

Congrats, it'll keep getting longer and easier.

I think when you first start, the hills are a killer, no matter how small the incline, any kind of hill does me in at the moment.

Couldn't agree more. I was sick climbing one hill near me when I started, but now I'm doing far more painful hills regularly and getting past them fine.

 

[Mike A]

Thanks guys,
I appreciate the encouragement - yes, it felt good. A beautiful morning and little wind always helps

rh - yes I agree, I certainly remember the very first morning I went for a short ride. The first incline left me completely done in, slumped over the bars, heart racing... 3 weeks later it's still a notable challenge, but it's easier than it was.

Onwards and upwards

 

[HonestMan1910]

Well done, now onwards and upwards !

 

[postman]

Great keep going.And find time for the all important cake and coffee stops.

 

[Campfire]

Good on you MikeA, keep it up. I cycled all my life on and off and after the off periods it was always difficult getting back. I had to have about 8 weeks off about 8 years ago when I had an eye operation & I never regained the former fitness. I keep trying though.

 

[jasonmccullum]

well done mate... i did my first 14 miler after 4 weeks... felt great afterwards... onwards and upwards

 

[Coco]

Well done!

 

[BearPear]

Well done! I too am a newbie also on a 7.2 (the ladies frame). I first went out on my very old bike and the route away from home goes up a very steep hill. I had to stop 3 times and was shouted encouragement by an old giffer clutching his pint outside the pub!

New bike and a few more journeys up the hill and it gets a little easier every time. I got an odometer today because I am desperate to know how far I am going - I think I am hooked on this new hobby, but not looking forward to winter.

I have to say though, I prefer my slog up the hills than a sprint along the canal and back, I think I need therapy!

 

[Weegie]

Nice one Mike. I broke the 10 mile barrier as well today, feels great doesn't it?

 

[jeltz]

Well done, I started in May got to 10 miles in June I've just got to doing 100KM today so it builds quickly. Keep it up.