So..... cycling - Page 29

LeperousDust · 22-04-2012, 01:41

I never mentioned anything actually but I was riding my Litespeed Capella with a wobbly BB for quite a while, it seems fine, but you're never always sure. Wobbly things tend to wear themselves out mucho quicker than "normal".

Saying that I have the weirdest clicking coming out the rear hub of my mountain bike still, which has been "possibly" diagnosed as a cracked axle =/ but not totally sure. Wasn't good though

Until it actually *breaks* I'm not really bothered though!

camerajuan · 25-04-2012, 14:21

I'll more than likely sell it as is cos I don't need the extra spend of fixing then trying to sell as a decent working bike. £30 for whoever wants it.

I've seen a couple of really good looking Carerras in Halfords but with 0% finance I look to Hargroves to see an awesome spec Cube or Scott.

Alternatively, Bikes2UDirect have loads of Claud Butlers for less than £200. Good components too.

Jonny69 · 26-04-2012, 11:41

Fair enough, I didn't realise you were wanting to shift it.

camerajuan · 10-05-2012, 21:27

Anyone ever used Coyote Road Bikes?

I have found an awesome looking one with great components for £250 & will be buying it soon if it turns out it's worth it.

lostkat · 11-05-2012, 22:30

Newbie question time. Does it matter what shoes I wear to ride my bike? I just have normal metal pedals. No plans to go to those funny clippy things. I normally just wear whatever ex-running shoes I have lying around, but I'm not sure whether I should be consciously choosing rigid/flexible soles, or shoes with or without grips. Any advice??

Took my bike in for its 6 wk free service today. Gears seen much improved after some tweaking and I treated myself to a new saddle which has made a HUGE difference. I bought some mudguards a few weeks ago, which are bloody brilliant and look quite smart too. All in all, I'm very pleased with my bike

Planning on quite a long ride on Sun, weather permitting.

LeperousDust · 12-05-2012, 14:18

Rigid allow more power transfer to the pedals, and are what everyone would suggest, but realllllly in reality you'll be fine I think

If you've got spare money kicking about in the future for a dedicated pair of cycling shoes then do it, otherwise they're a bit of a niche item I guess like (although that can be said for all sorts of sports equipment).

Nice pair of five ten would do me, cool enough to walk around in like skate shoes if need be although they're pretty rigid (maybe not your style though

) but also a bloody good pair of reliable shoes

Saying that you need nice pedals to appreciate the shoes I'd as well, low end DMR V8 or wellgo etc... something with nipples (o-eerrr).

lostkat · 12-05-2012, 14:27

Thanks Alex. Will have to have a google. Don't want to go mad but I do want to enjoy my cycling and get the most out of my peddling power :-) what about bar ends? Worthwhile investment?

Jonny69 · 12-05-2012, 14:43

I cycle in Converse All-Stars. I commute in them and compete in them. On road or off road, Converse. Whatever is most comfortable or most convenient is the best

Jonny69 · 13-05-2012, 20:23

Apologies, I think my last post came across a bit militant. I think I've been around the OcUK brigade a bit too much who seem convinced that unless you've got cleats and dedicated shoes you won't be able to make it to the local shops. What a bunch of absolute ****s

lostkat · 13-05-2012, 20:44

No no that's what I wanted to hear, thank you :-) my mate who cycles is a bit like that. She just told me to get clip in things without even asking how much cycling I was doing etc. this is from a lady who cycles on her £1000+ road bike about once a year. I can tell she's not impressed with my bike because it doesn't say Scott down the side and it want £££££'s. it's the same with clothing. I've bought some padded shorts but everything else is my running gear. It'll do just fine :-)

Had a great cycle today. Rode over to watch our first running club league race of the season and followed them round, stopping at several points to cheer them on. Did 22 miles in total and loved it.

Only problem is that Leon came to pick me up because I was worried my knee wouldn't cope with the 8 hilly miles home. We took off the wheel to fit it in the car and in the process lost the nut off the quick release mechanism. Gutted :-( going to call the bike shop tomorrow to see if I can get a spare. Bollocks

22-04-2012, 01:41	#281
LeperousDust Bananaman Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Liverpool/Edinburgh Posts: 4,817	I never mentioned anything actually but I was riding my Litespeed Capella with a wobbly BB for quite a while, it seems fine, but you're never always sure. Wobbly things tend to wear themselves out mucho quicker than "normal". Saying that I have the weirdest clicking coming out the rear hub of my mountain bike still, which has been "possibly" diagnosed as a cracked axle =/ but not totally sure. Wasn't good though Until it actually breaks I'm not really bothered though! __________________

25-04-2012, 14:21	#282
camerajuan Long Island Iced Tea Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Southampton Posts: 211	I'll more than likely sell it as is cos I don't need the extra spend of fixing then trying to sell as a decent working bike. £30 for whoever wants it. I've seen a couple of really good looking Carerras in Halfords but with 0% finance I look to Hargroves to see an awesome spec Cube or Scott. Alternatively, Bikes2UDirect have loads of Claud Butlers for less than £200. Good components too. __________________ British by law, Scottish by birth, Highlander by the grace of God.............Alba gu Braith My Papa - 31/12/28 - 25/1/2011 Goodnight old man, I'll miss you

26-04-2012, 11:41	#283
Jonny69 Noob Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Socialist Republik of Kent Posts: 5,032	Fair enough, I didn't realise you were wanting to shift it. __________________

10-05-2012, 21:27	#284
camerajuan Long Island Iced Tea Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Southampton Posts: 211	Anyone ever used Coyote Road Bikes? I have found an awesome looking one with great components for £250 & will be buying it soon if it turns out it's worth it. __________________ British by law, Scottish by birth, Highlander by the grace of God.............Alba gu Braith My Papa - 31/12/28 - 25/1/2011 Goodnight old man, I'll miss you

11-05-2012, 22:30	#285
lostkat Good Cat Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 5,550	Newbie question time. Does it matter what shoes I wear to ride my bike? I just have normal metal pedals. No plans to go to those funny clippy things. I normally just wear whatever ex-running shoes I have lying around, but I'm not sure whether I should be consciously choosing rigid/flexible soles, or shoes with or without grips. Any advice?? Took my bike in for its 6 wk free service today. Gears seen much improved after some tweaking and I treated myself to a new saddle which has made a HUGE difference. I bought some mudguards a few weeks ago, which are bloody brilliant and look quite smart too. All in all, I'm very pleased with my bike Planning on quite a long ride on Sun, weather permitting. __________________ Oooooh Cecil, what have you done?

12-05-2012, 14:18	#286
LeperousDust Bananaman Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Liverpool/Edinburgh Posts: 4,817	Rigid allow more power transfer to the pedals, and are what everyone would suggest, but realllllly in reality you'll be fine I think If you've got spare money kicking about in the future for a dedicated pair of cycling shoes then do it, otherwise they're a bit of a niche item I guess like (although that can be said for all sorts of sports equipment). Nice pair of five ten would do me, cool enough to walk around in like skate shoes if need be although they're pretty rigid (maybe not your style though ) but also a bloody good pair of reliable shoes Saying that you need nice pedals to appreciate the shoes I'd as well, low end DMR V8 or wellgo etc... something with nipples (o-eerrr). __________________

12-05-2012, 14:27	#287
lostkat Good Cat Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 5,550	Thanks Alex. Will have to have a google. Don't want to go mad but I do want to enjoy my cycling and get the most out of my peddling power :-) what about bar ends? Worthwhile investment? __________________ Oooooh Cecil, what have you done?

12-05-2012, 14:43	#288
Jonny69 Noob Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Socialist Republik of Kent Posts: 5,032	I cycle in Converse All-Stars. I commute in them and compete in them. On road or off road, Converse. Whatever is most comfortable or most convenient is the best __________________

13-05-2012, 20:23	#289
Jonny69 Noob Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Socialist Republik of Kent Posts: 5,032	Apologies, I think my last post came across a bit militant. I think I've been around the OcUK brigade a bit too much who seem convinced that unless you've got cleats and dedicated shoes you won't be able to make it to the local shops. What a bunch of absolute ****s __________________

13-05-2012, 20:44	#290
lostkat Good Cat Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 5,550	No no that's what I wanted to hear, thank you :-) my mate who cycles is a bit like that. She just told me to get clip in things without even asking how much cycling I was doing etc. this is from a lady who cycles on her £1000+ road bike about once a year. I can tell she's not impressed with my bike because it doesn't say Scott down the side and it want £££££'s. it's the same with clothing. I've bought some padded shorts but everything else is my running gear. It'll do just fine :-) Had a great cycle today. Rode over to watch our first running club league race of the season and followed them round, stopping at several points to cheer them on. Did 22 miles in total and loved it. Only problem is that Leon came to pick me up because I was worried my knee wouldn't cope with the 8 hilly miles home. We took off the wheel to fit it in the car and in the process lost the nut off the quick release mechanism. Gutted :-( going to call the bike shop tomorrow to see if I can get a spare. Bollocks __________________ Oooooh Cecil, what have you done?