Any other old timers enjoy riding slow?
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I recently picked up a Cruiser and enjoying the relaxed experience but there are member(s) here who can't appreciate these bikes.
I also ride a motorcycle and the Forums are full of owners insulting other brands/classes. Personally, I'm happy to see people enjoying the Sport....whatever they're riding.
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I enjoy just getting out for a ride on my Day6 CF and not returning home with a sore butt and numb hands. After a life of going fast not only on bicycles, But cafe racer and motocross motorcycles. I'm enjoying life in the slower lane. One thing that does bother me is the snooty attitude that other bikers show upon seeing a leisurely bike like the Day6 and a slower pace. Was asked about my "retirees' bike the other day. I replied with a question of my own. Do you drive a race car on the street? No! So, Do you enjoy driving your retirees car?
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So as most are not 'racing' why the need for riding a race inspired bike?
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I have a bent, but going to put it up for sale. It’s a great and comfy bike. But full on peeking between you knees bents aren’t perfect. They are a pain in the urban environment. The CF’s are much more practical around town.
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btw, when riding a road bike your weight shouldn't be supported by your wrists and when properly positioned on the right saddle you shouldn't experience any numbness.
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I am glad you have found a comfortable bike that works for you. I’m sorry you had bad experiences with standard geometry bikes, the same basic geometry that’s been standard for over a hundred years. Sorry if they gave you numb genitals, but I wouldn’t extrapolate that to every other rider.
And some of us actually do race.
And some of us actually do race.
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rydabent is a poster on this forum who has an anti diamond frame point of view. He has said DF riders are "fools" and has thrown various other insults at "kitted" riders and riders who value performance type riding.
btw, when riding a road bike your weight shouldn't be supported by your wrists and when properly positioned on the right saddle you shouldn't experience any numbness.
btw, when riding a road bike your weight shouldn't be supported by your wrists and when properly positioned on the right saddle you shouldn't experience any numbness.
My LBS (Bike Barn, Walla Walla, Wa.) went to great lengths adjusting my old Specialized Expedition FSR to me. Tried a lot of saddles and found one that wasn't to bad. Yet still was uncomfortable. I do have neck issues and my hands even go numb on a Honda Goldwing (which is a motorized lazy boy recliner) Which netted zero weight on my wrists.
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I am glad you have found a comfortable bike that works for you. I’m sorry you had bad experiences with standard geometry bikes, the same basic geometry that’s been standard for over a hundred years. Sorry if they gave you numb genitals, but I wouldn’t extrapolate that to every other rider.
And some of us actually do race.
And some of us actually do race.
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Most racers are amateurs, but the great thing about bike racing, as opposed to car racing or sailing for example, is that pro level equipment is accessible to even old Cat 3s with day jobs. And we agree that people can ride what they wish. But I don’t think I’ve heard as much attitude from roadies about comfort bikes in real life as the other way around on BF. Most racers I know love bikes, all sorts, and all sorts of riders, fast, slow, and otherwise.
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Most racers are amateurs, but the great thing about bike racing, as opposed to car racing or sailing for example, is that pro level equipment is accessible to even old Cat 3s with day jobs. And we agree that people can ride what they wish. But I don’t think I’ve heard as much attitude from roadies about comfort bikes in real life as the other way around on BF. Most racers I know love bikes, all sorts, and all sorts of riders, fast, slow, and otherwise.
Some might not agree, But no attitude here though. Just curiosity of the why of what we ride. I have ridden all sorts of bikes. In the late 60's a 10 year old I rode a candy apple red Schwinn sting ray with a big sissy bar and 5 speed derailleur. What a wheelie monster it was. Then went to a Schwinn Continental, My first 10 speed. It seemed to be made from lead water pipes. But I sure was proud of it. Then I moved to the (then new bike maker) Cannondale model SR400 that had a soda can sized down tube. That SR400 was like riding an I-beam compared to everything I had ever owned. And it was expensive for the young underpaid military kid named Zedpilot.
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Who cares what speed you go....
Fast, slow.....it doesnt matter. what matters is that you are out.
I am not fast at all. I have other cyclists pass me and I pass others.....as I/they pass, we have a word or two....sometimes its just a cheery hello, other times its words of encouragement.
Enjoy your cycling....
Fast, slow.....it doesnt matter. what matters is that you are out.
I am not fast at all. I have other cyclists pass me and I pass others.....as I/they pass, we have a word or two....sometimes its just a cheery hello, other times its words of encouragement.
Enjoy your cycling....
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I love speed, but I don't race. Except maybe the transit bus. That said, speed is relative, so enjoy the ride!
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My son turned 31 and he rides 20mph+ all the time. Great workout. But I'll ride the same route and sometimes ask him "did you notice ...." and the answer is almost always
"no". One time there was a young pony and mama horse (we both love animals) and I was super excited when I caught up with him to talk about them - but he never even saw them. Too busy flying along at top speed. I suppose I could use to speed up a little bit (usually 12-13mph with bursts up to 16mph) but he could use to slow down a little to take in the environment. Might as well ride inside a gym on a spin bike if you aren't going to pay attention to what's around you.
"no". One time there was a young pony and mama horse (we both love animals) and I was super excited when I caught up with him to talk about them - but he never even saw them. Too busy flying along at top speed. I suppose I could use to speed up a little bit (usually 12-13mph with bursts up to 16mph) but he could use to slow down a little to take in the environment. Might as well ride inside a gym on a spin bike if you aren't going to pay attention to what's around you.
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After riding my Eddy Merckx "go not-quite-so-slow" bike almost exclusively for most of a year, I built up an old Mondia frame I'd had hanging around for several years. 650x38b tires, sub-compact gearing, etc. The ride and handling are wonderful, but the biggest thing is how nice it is to ride a bike that gives me permission to take it easy. The Merckx is always like, "come on. You can do better than that!" The Mondia isn't slow by any means, but it's happy at pretty much any speed. I like that.
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My son turned 31 and he rides 20mph+ all the time. Great workout. But I'll ride the same route and sometimes ask him "did you notice ...." and the answer is almost always
"no". One time there was a young pony and mama horse (we both love animals) and I was super excited when I caught up with him to talk about them - but he never even saw them. Too busy flying along at top speed. I suppose I could use to speed up a little bit (usually 12-13mph with bursts up to 16mph) but he could use to slow down a little to take in the environment. Might as well ride inside a gym on a spin bike if you aren't going to pay attention to what's around you.
"no". One time there was a young pony and mama horse (we both love animals) and I was super excited when I caught up with him to talk about them - but he never even saw them. Too busy flying along at top speed. I suppose I could use to speed up a little bit (usually 12-13mph with bursts up to 16mph) but he could use to slow down a little to take in the environment. Might as well ride inside a gym on a spin bike if you aren't going to pay attention to what's around you.
even though they were close enough that if they stuck their arm out they could have almost touched it.
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This bicycle this serves three purposes for me...exercise, transportation, and relaxation...I`m hoping that as I get older I can still appreciate the pleasure of riding a bike....any bike. I have folding bikes, cruisers, mountain bikes and over the years I`ve worked on a variety of vintage bikes. Speed is fun and great exercise but at 74 I just feel happy I can get up those small hills on my cruiser...
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[QUOTE=pmo;20619279.... at 74 I just feel happy I can get up those small hills on my cruiser...[/QUOTE]
I'm 16yrs your junior and I'm happy to avoid all hills on my Cruiser! You're an inspiration
I'm 16yrs your junior and I'm happy to avoid all hills on my Cruiser! You're an inspiration
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This bicycle this serves three purposes for me...exercise, transportation, and relaxation...I`m hoping that as I get older I can still appreciate the pleasure of riding a bike....any bike. I have folding bikes, cruisers, mountain bikes and over the years I`ve worked on a variety of vintage bikes. Speed is fun and great exercise but at 74 I just feel happy I can get up those small hills on my cruiser...
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After riding my Eddy Merckx "go not-quite-so-slow" bike almost exclusively for most of a year, I built up an old Mondia frame I'd had hanging around for several years. 650x38b tires, sub-compact gearing, etc. The ride and handling are wonderful, but the biggest thing is how nice it is to ride a bike that gives me permission to take it easy. The Merckx is always like, "come on. You can do better than that!" The Mondia isn't slow by any means, but it's happy at pretty much any speed. I like that.
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If I'm on my Scott, I feel compelled to go fast and push myself! The bike is very light and responsive, and the near-effortless way it responds to input makes it almost impossible for me to just cruise along. Both bikes have their place, but there are definitely times when I just want to take it easy and not push myself. On those days I have to ride the 'slow' bike!
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I too enjoy a slow ride, and enjoy the scenery. I live in a small, rural community. Often times find myself stopping to visit with the neighbors. I'm not interested in seeing what kind of top speed personal record I can make. I like a slogan I once seen on a cycling jersey, "I start out slow, but then I ease up".
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I even see this in recumbents. I rode with someone who was faster than me, so I upgraded. He upgraded. I upgraded. He finally got a velomobile and has done fairly flat centuries averaging 28+ mph. How do I compete with that unless I get a $12000 velo of my own?
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rydabent is a poster on this forum who has an anti diamond frame point of view. He has said DF riders are "fools" and has thrown various other insults at "kitted" riders and riders who value performance type riding.
btw, when riding a road bike your weight shouldn't be supported by your wrists and when properly positioned on the right saddle you shouldn't experience any numbness.
btw, when riding a road bike your weight shouldn't be supported by your wrists and when properly positioned on the right saddle you shouldn't experience any numbness.
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Even I know that answer. Although most are not racing, they ARE trying to keep up with their buddies. It's an undeclared arms race which forces everyone onto fast bikes. You can opt out only by abandoning riding with your buddies, because you can be certain they're getting faster bikes so that they can drop you.
I even see this in recumbents. I rode with someone who was faster than me, so I upgraded. He upgraded. I upgraded. He finally got a velomobile and has done fairly flat centuries averaging 28+ mph. How do I compete with that unless I get a $12000 velo of my own?
I even see this in recumbents. I rode with someone who was faster than me, so I upgraded. He upgraded. I upgraded. He finally got a velomobile and has done fairly flat centuries averaging 28+ mph. How do I compete with that unless I get a $12000 velo of my own?