My first bike

[number3]

Hi everyone,

I've bought myself a bike to do some cross training (I'm a runner by trade). I took it out for my first 10 mile journey this afternoon and I loved every minute of it. I think I'm going to enjoy this cycling carry on. Any tips or recommendations would be appreciated.

 

[Dave 123]

A credit card.....

 

[youngoldbloke]

Pedal in circles.

 

[ianjmcd]

a huge bank balance cos once you get into it you and start to add up what you spend on the bike/accessories/upgrades/clothing it sure mounts up

 

[Cyclist33]

Hi everyone,

I've bought myself a bike to do some cross training (I'm a runner by trade). I took it out for my first 10 mile journey this afternoon and I loved every minute of it. I think I'm going to enjoy this cycling carry on. Any tips or recommendations would be appreciated.

What bike is it, specifically, and if you don't post a picture, it isn't true!



Stu

 

[RWright]

Hi everyone,

I've bought myself a bike to do some cross training (I'm a runner by trade). I took it out for my first 10 mile journey this afternoon and I loved every minute of it. I think I'm going to enjoy this cycling carry on. Any tips or recommendations would be appreciated.

Spare inner tubes and patch kit . Watch out for traffic and have fun!

 

[DaveyM]

Warm socks and more warm socks!!!
Different to running your feet can get very cold indeed.

Enjoy

 

[Nigelnaturist]

Stop at red lights. Have fun.

 

[Eribiste]

I reckon it beats running. You spend a lot more, but you can coast down the hills!

 

[Andy_R]

I reckon it beats running. You spend a lot more, but you can coast down the hills!

and you get to stick your legs out to the sides and go "wheeeeeeeeee". And it makes you feel like this:

 

[Cycleops]

Have fun and don't forget the helmet.

 

[Mapster5]

Don't bend down in a fruit shop

 

[HovR]

Get yourself a good track pump, such as one from the Topeak JoeBlow range (the Sport model is only around £30). It will make maintaining the pressure of your tires so much easier, and keeping your tires at the right pressure is important!

 

[Easytigers]

Go clipless (Shimano m520s are a good start) you'll really notice the difference!

 

[Cycleops]

Don't bend down in a fruit shop

....or when you are being measured for a saddle on the Specialized arse meter.