http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/ en Wed, 16 May 2012 21:56:27 GMT vBulletin 60 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/images/misc/rss.png http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/ http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12142-Novice-road-racing&goto=newpost Wed, 16 May 2012 14:36:48 GMT How difficult is it to try road racing? I realise that's probably a silly question, but I've been having a bit of a google about cat4/5? being for novices etc. Does that mean complete beginners and include veterans? (over 40 :)).

I've been riding a road bike for a couple of years and am curious about giving it a go. ]]> paul540 http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12142-Novice-road-racing http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12134-thankyou-fellow-cyclists&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 16:17:51 GMT having just ridden the cycletta at woburn abbey yesterday i would just like to say a big thankyou to all the cyclists who either passed me or came... having just ridden the cycletta at woburn abbey yesterday i would just like to say a big thankyou to all the cyclists who either passed me or came from opposite direction
there were a lot of ladies doing their first sportive yesterday but the support and words of encouragement given out by passing cyclists not involved in the event made me proud to be part of the cycling world,keep it up everyone you were amazing:D ]]> ann virco http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12134-thankyou-fellow-cyclists http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12132-With-a-broken-heart...&goto=newpost Mon, 14 May 2012 11:26:56 GMT Despite being strangely missed out from this weeks 25 greatest bikes feature in the mag - my beloved Carrera Virtuoso has been desecrated!!!!!!... Despite being strangely missed out from this weeks 25 greatest bikes feature in the mag - my beloved Carrera Virtuoso has been desecrated!!!!!! Having temporarilly left said magnificent beast leaning securely against our bins for a couple of mins a caller at the house managed to knock it over trashing the rear mech (105 upgrade), the gear hanger, a new Garmin Edge200 and, worse of all, ripped up my Giro supporting Bontrager Serious Pink bar tape that I put on only last week -SACRILEGE! Don't know what it's going to cost to repair all this, but Mrs Nobby wants a new fridge and, we're a bit skint, has anyone ever claimed for anything like this on their house insurance? Finally, big thumbs up to the guys at Hargroves Cycles in Winchester who, at 10 am on Sunday morning temporarilly bodged and bent my gears so I could get a couple of hours in the sun round the lanes - amazing service! ]]> NobbyK http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12132-With-a-broken-heart... http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12126-Cycling-holidaiy-in-Barcelona-or-Nice&goto=newpost Sun, 13 May 2012 17:01:44 GMT Hi all can anyone recomend any cycling trips in Barcelona or Nice for a week in September/October ie specially organised holidays or hotels, that... Hi all can anyone recomend any cycling trips in Barcelona or Nice for a week in September/October ie specially organised holidays or hotels, that incorperate accomodation bike hire and transfers for riders of mixed abilitys.

I would be obliged if you could help thanks ]]> jan http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12126-Cycling-holidaiy-in-Barcelona-or-Nice http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12123-charity-LAJOG&goto=newpost Sat, 12 May 2012 17:29:37 GMT Met some guys today raising funds and awarness for a charity LeJoG in June. Had a nice chat and said I'd give them a little plug

http://lejogcycle2012.wordpress.com/


web site's got a route on. ]]> Saladane http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12123-charity-LAJOG http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12121-The-Sun-has-got-his-hat-on...&goto=newpost Sat, 12 May 2012 07:42:20 GMT ...Hip, hip, hip hooray
The Sun has got his hat on
And I'm on my bike today!


Once I've ok'd it with Mrs Allezhopper that is :cool: ]]> allezhopper http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12121-The-Sun-has-got-his-hat-on... http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12120-Flea-bay&goto=newpost Fri, 11 May 2012 21:52:35 GMT Nothing like a little bit of honesty: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/ws/eBayISA...#ht_596wt_1145 ]]> fizban http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12120-Flea-bay http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12112-Advice-needed&goto=newpost Fri, 11 May 2012 10:56:14 GMT Hi in the process of buying a new bike, i am tall, inside leg 35inch ,my current bike is a 63cm , however i am thinking of getting a smaller frame... Hi
in the process of buying a new bike, i am tall, inside leg 35inch ,my current bike is a 63cm , however i am thinking of getting a smaller frame but using a longer seat post anybody with any thoughts on this matter ]]> alwolf http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12112-Advice-needed http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12106-How-many-of-you-use-A-Roads&goto=newpost Wed, 09 May 2012 21:04:59 GMT I was wondering how many of you guys use A roads and how often. I am always trying out new routes. I use the Garmin Course creator and send them to... I was wondering how many of you guys use A roads and how often.
I am always trying out new routes.
I use the Garmin Course creator and send them to my device.
Trouble is , i always find my route dissected by A roads .
I feel quite vulnerable at times .
Always trying to keep the distance I travel on them to a minimum.
Do you feel safe on them ? ]]> M1keez http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12106-How-many-of-you-use-A-Roads http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12103-Pins-and-needles&goto=newpost Tue, 08 May 2012 19:47:26 GMT As a few of you may know, i have just started cycling, is it normal to get pins and needles in your hands when riding?, so far that is the only side... As a few of you may know, i have just started cycling, is it normal to get pins and needles in your hands when riding?, so far that is the only side affect..... apart from jelly legs after dismount!! ]]> dubburke http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12103-Pins-and-needles http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12098-Fred-next-week&goto=newpost Sun, 06 May 2012 20:19:32 GMT Is anyone doing the Fred Whitton next week? If anyone is, shout. I'm the one on the Black and Orange Orbea expecting to start at about 6:30am and finish at some point on number 619. Hopefully no broken wheels this year! ]]> wildebeest http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12098-Fred-next-week http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12093-Gadget-show&goto=newpost Sat, 05 May 2012 11:52:54 GMT Just caught the last bit of this show on Channel 5,testing some bikes,one costing £22,000+ .Catch it on Channel 5+1 on Sky 177 Just caught the last bit of this show on Channel 5,testing some bikes,one costing £22,000+ .Catch it on Channel 5+1 on Sky 177 ]]> colnagodram http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12093-Gadget-show http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12086-Can-you-advertise-Cycling-kit-For-Sale&goto=newpost Thu, 03 May 2012 15:56:14 GMT Can you advertise Cycling kit For Sale within the Forum ? I have looked at the FAQ , but cannot find anything . I may have a potential bargain for... Can you advertise Cycling kit For Sale within the Forum ?
I have looked at the FAQ , but cannot find anything .
I may have a potential bargain for someone on here .
But do not want to break any rules . ]]> M1keez http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12086-Can-you-advertise-Cycling-kit-For-Sale http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12084-Best-Position-for-Saddle..-Height-etc&goto=newpost Thu, 03 May 2012 12:26:38 GMT Hi All, I have been doing allot more riding and so far I am up to 22 miles a week. Again it has been six years and I still have 35lbs to... Hi All,
I have been doing allot more riding and so far I am up to 22 miles a week. Again it has been six years and I still have 35lbs to lose so I am taking it slow. The half bannana before, and protein shake before during and after riding and stretches before and after have helped immensly. No cramps. Just the muscles getting use to riding again and getting my lungs back.
To the question. Where should the Saddle sit for best performance and comfort etc. All the way forward..Center or all the way back? Is there any way to find out how high the saddle should be as well? Your knowledge would be greatly appreciated. I am trying to get in shape for the Ride for a cure (Diabetes) in June. I hope to hear from you soon. Have a great day gents, Gil:cool: ]]> HPNRC http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12084-Best-Position-for-Saddle..-Height-etc http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12083-Aldi-Cycling-Stuff!!&goto=newpost Thu, 03 May 2012 11:52:26 GMT Just returned from Aldi; and the cycling stuff is in store! I was disapointed with the quality of the cycling Jersey's! The shorts Were? OK? The rain wear was Passable? The gloves were pretty good though (I bought a pair £3.49) But all in all; the quality (even for the price) was poor! I think they've changed the supplier they once had for cycling gear. I've had some nice gear there in the passed! But, not this time. ]]> Mostyn http://forums.cyclingweekly.co.uk/showthread.php?12083-Aldi-Cycling-Stuff!!