Hi to all and sundry. I've just got back into cycling after 32 years when I found two bikes (a ladies and a gents) covered in dust and muck in one of the buildings on a farm where I rent a cottage. Not liking seeing bikes rusting away I decided to get them sevicable again - which I have. First two rides in one day I covered about 4 miles with no problem apart from feeling like I've been in an arse kicking competition - and lost.
I've discovered the gents bike came from Argos and was the cheapest one they sold. It weighs a ton and is not pleasant to ride, but will do for now. Thing is, when I was young I had an Elswick Hopper which was light and great to ride, and that's the feeling I want to experience again. Things have moved on a bit since the late seventies and the choice of bikes is daunting. It seems my choice will be between a hybrid or a road bike. I'm not looking for speed as I will only be tootling around country lanes. I just want the sheer pleasure of riding a bike that is light. So, should it be the hybrid or the road bike. Maybe you can help with my decision, but I am leaning towards the road version.
Out of interest. The ladies bike is a Raleigh Cameo. A good bike I believe.
Cheers.
Steve.
I've discovered the gents bike came from Argos and was the cheapest one they sold. It weighs a ton and is not pleasant to ride, but will do for now. Thing is, when I was young I had an Elswick Hopper which was light and great to ride, and that's the feeling I want to experience again. Things have moved on a bit since the late seventies and the choice of bikes is daunting. It seems my choice will be between a hybrid or a road bike. I'm not looking for speed as I will only be tootling around country lanes. I just want the sheer pleasure of riding a bike that is light. So, should it be the hybrid or the road bike. Maybe you can help with my decision, but I am leaning towards the road version.
Out of interest. The ladies bike is a Raleigh Cameo. A good bike I believe.
Cheers.
Steve.