Misura
New Member
I usually wouldnt be found lurking on a cycling site, i wouldnt of ever thought of it until today! Ive actually came back to the cycling scene after a few years out!
But about me and what my goal is:-
The names Jay, 23 years of age and currently living in Liverpool, and after almost 5 years in the Army i decided enough was enough, so i packed my bags and became a "Civvy" as we called them, life was good for a few months, working full time as a HGV class 1 driver (Containers). Anyway, i thought all was good untill those dreaded scales started dropping hints that i need to get off my butt and do something!
With my job and being sat down all the time (70hours a week plus) i started to put a bit of weight on but only a few pounds, anyway i tried the gym, but with my working hours i just couldnt stick it properly, so after a bit of debating i decided to go for a bike ride using a family members Specialized rockhopper, and enjoyed my day immensely. So i decided to return to the cycling scene from which i left 5 years ago.
Then the next dilemma hit me, Road, Mountain or Hybrid? anyway i couldnt justify buying a Road, as sometimes id go offroad, but could'nt bring myself to buying a mountain bike, as for £400 the only ride i'd pick up would be made out of pig iron and riveted together therefore weighing over a ton!
so i decided to look for a hybrid, eventually settling on a Carrera Subway 2011 as even though i only live one mile from work, rather than driving in, i feel cycling would be a nice change, and weekend cycling. The Subway suited my needs and looks fantastic in my opinion?
i know some of you might have a go at me for buying a carrera, but it suited my needs ideally, and didnt scare my wallet! plus for £299 its a bargain! anyway, the whole point of this thread isnt just to introduce myself to you guys/girls, but to ask for advice on what modifications to do to it? Front suspension / Wheels / Seat / Handlebars / Grips / Bar-Enders Etc... (i plan on getting it sand blasted and professionally painted in time to give it that personal touch!)
id love to hear a little feedback from the forum and with a bit of luck will keep a photo diary of the updates that i do!
Im not a complete novice to cycling, but i am slightly rusty with trying to work out the best things to modify my bike with, So id appreciate any help, guiders or pointers to good sites that could be what im looking for!
Many thanks, Jay!
But about me and what my goal is:-
The names Jay, 23 years of age and currently living in Liverpool, and after almost 5 years in the Army i decided enough was enough, so i packed my bags and became a "Civvy" as we called them, life was good for a few months, working full time as a HGV class 1 driver (Containers). Anyway, i thought all was good untill those dreaded scales started dropping hints that i need to get off my butt and do something!
With my job and being sat down all the time (70hours a week plus) i started to put a bit of weight on but only a few pounds, anyway i tried the gym, but with my working hours i just couldnt stick it properly, so after a bit of debating i decided to go for a bike ride using a family members Specialized rockhopper, and enjoyed my day immensely. So i decided to return to the cycling scene from which i left 5 years ago.
Then the next dilemma hit me, Road, Mountain or Hybrid? anyway i couldnt justify buying a Road, as sometimes id go offroad, but could'nt bring myself to buying a mountain bike, as for £400 the only ride i'd pick up would be made out of pig iron and riveted together therefore weighing over a ton!
so i decided to look for a hybrid, eventually settling on a Carrera Subway 2011 as even though i only live one mile from work, rather than driving in, i feel cycling would be a nice change, and weekend cycling. The Subway suited my needs and looks fantastic in my opinion?
i know some of you might have a go at me for buying a carrera, but it suited my needs ideally, and didnt scare my wallet! plus for £299 its a bargain! anyway, the whole point of this thread isnt just to introduce myself to you guys/girls, but to ask for advice on what modifications to do to it? Front suspension / Wheels / Seat / Handlebars / Grips / Bar-Enders Etc... (i plan on getting it sand blasted and professionally painted in time to give it that personal touch!)
id love to hear a little feedback from the forum and with a bit of luck will keep a photo diary of the updates that i do!
Im not a complete novice to cycling, but i am slightly rusty with trying to work out the best things to modify my bike with, So id appreciate any help, guiders or pointers to good sites that could be what im looking for!
Many thanks, Jay!