Why do you cycle through the winter?
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drummerbod
Senior Member
- Location
- South Derbyshire
Because nature is beautiful all year round and I don't want to miss it.
Like the above because I don't want to put the 5 stone I lost back on, but also I get more fresh air out there on the bike than I ever did before and I actually enjoy it!
I started in November last year, so it doesn't make much difference to me, although it is slightly colder this year! Must admit this week I haven't got out at all but that's because I have been working 12+ hours a day!
- Location
- Glasgow
I cycle to get to places faster than the bus would take me.
Waiting for a bus in the rain/cold is actually as uncomfortable as riding in the rain/cold.
Waiting for a bus in the rain/cold is actually as uncomfortable as riding in the rain/cold.
RedRider
Pulling through
- Location
- Location Embrocation
It makes me happy, I'd mope if I didn't.
ClassicLime
Active Member
- Location
- North by North West
I don't mind the wet & cold (unless it's icy), it's the darkness that's gets to me and puts a stop to evening rides after work.
The thought of cycling quiet country lanes doesn't appeal so much when when it's pitch black & I can't see the scenery. Maybe I should invest in some superpowerful lights for next year.
The thought of cycling quiet country lanes doesn't appeal so much when when it's pitch black & I can't see the scenery. Maybe I should invest in some superpowerful lights for next year.
Moodyman
Legendary Member
Indeed = commuters don't have a choice.
Accy cyclist
Legendary Member
- Location
- The hills of Accrington
I cycle in winter to maintain a decent level of fitness as i do in the warmer months,but i dislike the wet dark nights and having to wear 5 layers to go out. My mileage is halved over the winter months as i don't venture far from home. Who wants to try and replace an inner tube in the dark with freezing cold fingers? If the weather is really bad i have a decent exercise bike to use but i find it boring and too sweaty.
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Piemaster
Guru
- Location
- UK City of Culture
Can't be yet. I'll let you know when I stop wearing the 3/4 shorts.
Winter cycling because the summer ride, the Alfa Spider stays in the garage with the mucky horrible roads.
And I'd rather cycle than drive the wifes Skoda.
Hacienda71
Mancunian in self imposed exile in leafy Cheshire
- Location
- Wilmslow, Cheshire
Coz I'm a badass as per rule 9.
snorri
Legendary Member
- Location
- East coast, up a bit.
As anyone who has read this thread...
http://www.cyclechat.net/threads/bbc-broadcast-of-scotlands-toughest-cycle-event.170102/post-3419390
will now be aware, the Highland summer is too hot for mere mortals to be cycling, so I cycle through the winter.
http://www.cyclechat.net/threads/bbc-broadcast-of-scotlands-toughest-cycle-event.170102/post-3419390
will now be aware, the Highland summer is too hot for mere mortals to be cycling, so I cycle through the winter.
vernon
Harder than Ronnie Pickering
- Location
- Meanwood, Leeds
slowmotion
Quite dreadful
- Location
- lost somewhere
Because (1) I need to respect The Sacred Temple that is my body.......??????
(2) The Mother Planet demands it....???????
Nah, I like riding a bike, that's all, and driving is misery.
(2) The Mother Planet demands it....???????
Nah, I like riding a bike, that's all, and driving is misery.
Shut Up Legs
Down Under Member
Because the alternative doesn't bear thinking about. I don't drive, and hate sharing public transport with people in various states of health.
Also because I enjoy cycling, and can't say I enjoy any other mode of transport.
Also because I enjoy cycling, and can't say I enjoy any other mode of transport.
