NYSteve

There are several reasons, She has edema in her legs, and she is not sure if she will be able to get the range of motion needed.

She is currently in the process of losing weight, and sometimes she gets dizzy because of her blood pressure, and diabetes. She is working on steadying both of those.

I keep telling her I know she can do it, but she is skeptical. We are looking for a nice step through comber with some gears for her. She won't let me buy it brand new because she is so unsure.

MRT2

One of those road biking rules. Mountain bike helmets have visors, road bike helmets do not. See Rule #35 below. But seriously, don't worry too much about it. If you want a helmet with a visor, get a helmet with a visor. Besides, the only rule that really matters is rule #5 .

Velominati ? The Rules

InTheRain

e-bike, or e-trike.

This would be the ultimate:

https://www.slashgear.com/hp-velotech...stem-17301848/

dagray

visor is the wrong term.... I meant shield (eye protection)

dagray

Steve I too battled edema, high blood pressure, and diabetes. I currently battle high blood pressure and diabetes (type 2).

for me the edema was caused by the blood pressure medication (Losartan Potassium). I started taking Invokana (diabetic oral) and that allowed me to cut my insulin. The exercise has helped my diabetes and my blood pressure.

If she is still uncertain have her look at a recumbent tricycle

Pamestique 

I like the sun protection so I mountain bike and road ride with a visor... sorry, I know it ain't cool but I don't care... also ALWAYS use a Camelbak road or mountain... I don't need no stickin' rules!!!

Steve: I think it so sweet you want your wife to ride with you... but, you know you can't make her- she needs the "passion". Possibly your best bet is a tandem although for non-cyclists, learning to ride a tandem is scary. How about you compromise and do nice slow walks with your wife, someplace pretty where you can seat and watch ducks and just spend time together? Don't push... hopefully she will, on her own, want to join you on bikes...

PatrickR400

That was the one thing I did not think about when I sent my comment. Better get that in order before doing something that requires balance.

All the best

indyfabz

That's why they call them The Rules.

indyfabz

You mean a full face shield like some motorcycle helmets have? If so, that's definitely not acceptable.

VCSL2015

not why are there rules. what is the reason behind the rules.

dagray

no no no, this helmet https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MX3AX6S/...SLPPMNUV&psc=1

lost_in_endicot

A Trek Lync 5 is my list, but I'll probably get a sweater instead.

jsigone

I got this, awesome helmet for everything except for slow speed MT climbing in the summer. I had to go euro style and wrap my helmet to the bars on the climbs. 15+ mph...awesome and great airflow and very comfy. The shield has excellent peripheral vision even on aggressive fitted bikes, no need for sunglasses under it so save money there

jsigone

My Xmas wish list: Be in shape to finish the Rapha Festive 500 and not get sick again

Rapha | Festive 500 2014

fietsbob

now that there is a .25L size My Rohloff juice for cleaning and re lube got cheaper per oil change.

AFD13

I am looking at one of the new Garmin bike computers (520 I think?) and a set of Speedplay pedals.

Zweivoss

Still just saving up for a bike. I don't celebrate Christmas though, so I don't think I'll be getting any goodies. xD

MikeRides

Now that I have my health/weight under control, and have recently had a desire for speed, I think I'm going to get serious about the sport and buy a road bike

indyfabz

I think that violates the rules. And what if it turns cloudy mid ride? What if you get caught in a light drizzle? A pair of glasses with interchangeable lenses seems like a better idea. BTW...Giro lists this a track helmet.

indyfabz

Because without The Rules you would end up with even more Freds.

MRT2

It is just received wisdom. Some of it makes sense, some of it, not so much.

In theory, if you are riding a road bike with race geometry, wearing a helmet with a visor could cut off part of your field of vision when you are riding in the drops. And it is less aerodynamic. If you ride in a more upright position, or at least not in the drops, and if you don't ride fast enough for aero to make much of a difference, then wear whatever helmet you like.

Fly2High

For me, it is not what I want to get but what I want to give: 10-20 lbs of weight!!!

Thinking of doing the Gran Fondo NJ and need the loss to be able to do the climbs.

Oh Wait! I''' ask Santa or some new legs!!!

dr_lha

Don't tell anyone, but they're mostly satirizing the ridiculousness of many road bike riders.

skidder

New remote-controlled garage door (yes, its applicable since I keep my bikes in there). The current one is +20 yo, and about a month ago it went up and didn't stop going up!!! The metal arm slider that pulls it up kept going backwards and crashed into the motor unit. I disconnected the door from the slider/motor attachment and now raise and lower it by hand.

arex

A helmet that both fits my huge and misshapen head and doesn't look too dorky.