So this 4-day weekend, I decided to do a bike tour along the ViaRhona from Geneva to Lyon. I rode on a late 90s-era Decathlon mountain bike that's been Frankensteined into a touring bike carrying food, clothes, water, a sleeping bag and a tent.
The 1st day got off to a late start and was rough with all the climbing to do (my bike ain't exactly light!):
The second went too smoothly (I finished way too early) and arrived at the camping site where I'd reserved a spot to pitch my tent for the night:
And so..fresh from my smooth second day... I gave it all I had on the 3rd and final day and just pedaled, only taking one real stop to eat lunch:
It was a really incredible experience and if you haven't done any touring before, you should give it a try. It's a really intimate way to experience a country.
(PS: I can't seem to figure out how to embed Strava rides in Resetera??)
Amazing
This Bianchi special edition ( dedicated to Pantani ) is insane. I wish i had the money to buy it...
Supposedly having surgery this week. Don't yet know the exact details of what they want to do though.
So this 4-day weekend, I decided to do a bike tour along the ViaRhona from Geneva to Lyon. I rode on a late 90s-era Decathlon mountain bike that's been Frankensteined into a touring bike carrying food, clothes, water, a sleeping bag and a tent.
The 1st day got off to a late start and was rough with all the climbing to do (my bike ain't exactly light!):
The second went too smoothly (I finished way too early) and arrived at the camping site where I'd reserved a spot to pitch my tent for the night:
And so..fresh from my smooth second day... I gave it all I had on the 3rd and final day and just pedaled, only taking one real stop to eat lunch:
It was a really incredible experience and if you haven't done any touring before, you should give it a try. It's a really intimate way to experience a country.
(PS: I can't seem to figure out how to embed Strava rides in Resetera??)
That looks like a really fun time! I'd love to try multiple day events some time. However with a 2 year old daughter I dont see it happening right now. Soon!
Dunno how to embed strava either. I take the complicated road and upload to tinypic to host.
I know almost nothing about bikes, my previous one is about 20 years old (cheapish mountain bike). So two questions:
Are hybrid bikes worth it for someone who will use it to go to work and sometimes do some 1-2 hours session on weekends ?
If so, which ones do you recommand ?
I have a 4 year old and my wife is fine keeping her alone for a couple of days. But everyone's situation is different!
It all depends on the terrain you'll be riding in. Hybrid bikes are a good starting point since they're good at "doing it all".
Is it flat? Do you have hills/ mountains to cover? Do you want a bike that's capable of rougher terrain as well?
Hybrid bikes have a purpose that the new implies, works on most terrains.
The Giant Toughroad is a good bike at varying pricepoints depending on parts used.
Same goes for the Trek FX.
If you won't be riding rougher terrain or hills perhaps it might be better to look at an endurance roadbike?
Mostly flat, with a few short hills. I'll look into endurance roadbike. I was under the impression that they were more expensive than hybrid, sometimes a lot more.
actually sounds like a potentially life threatening condition, please follow all Drs orders and answer all queriers with full explanations.I have them. Comfy, but didn't fix my specific issue (pad too wide, so it bunches and rubs). I have no ass though.
I would probably recommend though. Clearly high quality.
Oh, and unless rescheduled I have a surgery in the morning. They put in a filter to try and catch the clot if it moves.
I have them. Comfy, but didn't fix my specific issue (pad too wide, so it bunches and rubs). I have no ass though.
I would probably recommend though. Clearly high quality.
Oh, and unless rescheduled I have a surgery in the morning. They put in a filter to try and catch the clot if it moves.
Trust me, you will regret a new $150 bike. Maybe get a used one from someone you trust.Hello bike era.
I recently just moved to suburb area and everything is quite far. I'm not big on driving so I'd like to bike instead. I am a runner but idk if I want to get into cycling yet. Anyways, I'd like to get a bike but I'm confused about the classifications and I was thinking about purchasing a used one, any tips?
For my first bike I don't really want to spend more than $150 (maybe stretch to 200) after that, we'll see from there
Hello bike era.
I recently just moved to suburb area and everything is quite far. I'm not big on driving so I'd like to bike instead. I am a runner but idk if I want to get into cycling yet. Anyways, I'd like to get a bike but I'm confused about the classifications and I was thinking about purchasing a used one, any tips?
For my first bike I don't really want to spend more than $150 (maybe stretch to 200) after that, we'll see from there
Where are the Strava stats!? :SDid my first outdoor ride this year. Did not feel great health wise.
Hello bike era.
I recently just moved to suburb area and everything is quite far. I'm not big on driving so I'd like to bike instead. I am a runner but idk if I want to get into cycling yet. Anyways, I'd like to get a bike but I'm confused about the classifications and I was thinking about purchasing a used one, any tips?
For my first bike I don't really want to spend more than $150 (maybe stretch to 200) after that, we'll see from there
Okay let's say I wait and stretch it to 500, should I go with used or should I just go with used? There's a lot of used ones I'm seeing on Craigslist in Toronto but I'm not sure what I should be looking for. 500 used seems like a tough pill to swallow but okay.If you can stretch to 500 range you can find a lot better options
Okay let's say I wait and stretch it to 500, should I go with used or should I just go with used? There's a lot of used ones I'm seeing on Craigslist in Toronto but I'm not sure what I should be looking for. 500 used seems like a tough pill to swallow but okay.
Since I'm not in the city anymore, I'm guessing I should get a hybrid bike? My area has a lot of hills and some small park trails here and there. But I'll be using the bike for grocery runs, sometimes exercise
Alright I'll look for some. Anyways my mother was saying something similar(I didn't know bikes were that much).
I can see myself reluctantly spending like 700 max, but then I have to get some extras as well; mirrors, helmet, lights etc... But I'm guessing I can't even get a decent new one for the price. I'll look at some of the used ones in the mean time.
Well this was an interesting ride. A break in the rain today allowed me to get a quick ride in after work, before I went to a war memorial which included a remembrance for a friend of mine who lost his life on Monday. I think I was zoned out on the ride, just me, the bike & my thoughts.
Just had my second surgery / third procedure.
Had a bit of a scare last night when they rushed my down for a an emergency CT. Side had swollen up like a balloon and was causing significant pain.
Turned out that the wound had been bleeding internally which had the knock on effect of dropping my blood pressure by a pretty decent amount, which made me feel pretty shitty.
We had to turn off the blood thinners for the surgery. Really hoping that doesn't see me getting any more clots as a side effect.
Would be nice to have smooth sailing from here.
I'm gonna go against the grain and say 200-300 can still get you a good bike, provided you know what you're looking for. I'd so ask a biking friend to go along with you to check it out with you to make sure things run smoothly. Also important is make sure the bike is sized correctly, that you feel comfy and confident on it.Okay let's say I wait and stretch it to 500, should I go with used or should I just go with used? There's a lot of used ones I'm seeing on Craigslist in Toronto but I'm not sure what I should be looking for. 500 used seems like a tough pill to swallow but okay.
Since I'm not in the city anymore, I'm guessing I should get a hybrid bike? My area has a lot of hills and some small park trails here and there. But I'll be using the bike for grocery runs, sometimes exercise
Well this was an interesting ride. A break in the rain today allowed me to get a quick ride in after work, before I went to a war memorial which included a remembrance for a friend of mine who lost his life on Monday. I think I was zoned out on the ride, just me, the bike & my thoughts.
Just had my second surgery / third procedure.
Had a bit of a scare last night when they rushed my down for a an emergency CT. Side had swollen up like a balloon and was causing significant pain.
Turned out that the wound had been bleeding internally which had the knock on effect of dropping my blood pressure by a pretty decent amount, which made me feel pretty shitty.
We had to turn off the blood thinners for the surgery. Really hoping that doesn't see me getting any more clots as a side effect.
Would be nice to have smooth sailing from here.
Sorry for your loss. I lost a good friend at the end of last year. It's horrific and feel for what you are going through.
Sorry for your loss man! Riding has that effect for me too, a place to return to and contemplate.
I like the continental 4 seasons, seem to perform well year round surprisingly.Ah yeah I should have specified tubed but thanks for both responses.
Yeah, I really like the GP 4 Seasons. Not as quick as the GP4000s but a fair bit more durable. That's what I have on my commuter year-round.I like the continental 4 seasons, seem to perform well year round surprisingly.
Well this was an interesting ride. A break in the rain today allowed me to get a quick ride in after work, before I went to a war memorial which included a remembrance for a friend of mine who lost his life on Monday. I think I was zoned out on the ride, just me, the bike & my thoughts.