Hello everyone. I'm new here. Not new to cycling, but returning to cycling after six years away, which is far too long, but life (work and family) got in the way. I'm male, 52 years old, short, and have some pains that I didn't have when I was younger! I have some general questions if any of you can help me answer them PLEASE:
1. FOOD - As someone who doesn't eat dairy (including eggs) or red meat (I'm NOT vegetarian or vegan though), what is the best food for me to eat pre-ride? Everyday breakfast is a large bowl of porridge with nuts and raisins and sometimes fresh fruit, with soya (milk alternative), and a black bean-to-cup strong coffee.
2. THE BIKE - Being short, I purchased a small frame road bike (Fuji 44cm). It's lovely, BUT compared to say my Specialized Tri-cross Sport that I used for commuting, the rear cassette is very noisy when freewheeling, and the rear wheel doesn't spin unhindered for long before it stops (no brake rub)! Do the bearings need time to wear in, or is the quick release too tight - or both? What's 11Nm when closing a quick release through-hub???
So grateful for any help here!
1. FOOD - As someone who doesn't eat dairy (including eggs) or red meat (I'm NOT vegetarian or vegan though), what is the best food for me to eat pre-ride? Everyday breakfast is a large bowl of porridge with nuts and raisins and sometimes fresh fruit, with soya (milk alternative), and a black bean-to-cup strong coffee.
2. THE BIKE - Being short, I purchased a small frame road bike (Fuji 44cm). It's lovely, BUT compared to say my Specialized Tri-cross Sport that I used for commuting, the rear cassette is very noisy when freewheeling, and the rear wheel doesn't spin unhindered for long before it stops (no brake rub)! Do the bearings need time to wear in, or is the quick release too tight - or both? What's 11Nm when closing a quick release through-hub???
So grateful for any help here!