Night Riding buddies wanted for Bracknell forest.

ssparkes

Hi,

I've got me some proper night lights, I can actually see where I'm going. I got myself a Hope 4 and an exposure helmet light and they really work. Proper night riding is now really doable.

If your looking for a night riding Buddie and interested in riding over Bracknell forest single track in the evenings let me know.

I can also be found on facebook. search for Team Chu-Nder in groups. or try our web page www.teamchu-nder.com.

Steve

Don't let the dark nights get the better of you..

Mytchett Mike

If you're in Farnborough why not join us one Tuesday / Thurs eve?

www.tunnelhilltrolls.co.uk

Mike

ssparkes

Where do you meet, What time.

Thanks for the invite

Th3 Firestarter

Hey guys, I'm from Farnborough too and always up for a ride. I've signed up on tunnel hill trolls site, although the team chunder site doesn't seem to work!? Let me know when you guys are going out next.

Mytchett Mike

Hi - you missed a rather wet and cold ride today but hey, I feel soooo much better for doing it :roll:

You'll see hte next rides posted up on the tht site probably later this eve when we've thawed out a bit.

Mike

ElishaA

Hi I'm new to this site.

I've joined as I have commtied myself to EXERCISE lol

I thought bike rides would be a good social thing to do and you can do it with friends and family too which is fun

Would anybody be able to Recommend a bike that would be good for this particular reason?

Thanks,

Elisha

Mytchett Mike

Hi Elisha

If you're new to cycling I would try and borrow a bike to see how committed you are longer term. If you are going to buy then you need to decide what you want.

If you intend mainly canal towpaths and fireroads then a bike with front suspension and v-brakes would suit. If you want to do more technical stuff then you are probably looking at spending upwards of £350 for a bike with better forks and disc brakes.

I would visit a local bike shop in your area and see what they suggest. If you're in Bracknell then Mountain Trax (http://www.mountain-trax.com/) is perhaps a bit top end but http://www.berkshirebikes.com/ may also be worth a visit.

They appear to be Specialized dealers which is a good brand.

I started with a £99 special for a year and gradually moved up the scale as I got fitter and better. With all the gear it can be quite and investment - helmet, shoes, clothes - so start small.

Personally, it has been one of the best things I ever did.

Hope it helps

Mike

Steve Kish

If I could be surrounded by bright 'big lumens' lights and if it weren't too fast, I could do the Bracknell thing - I've always wondered what it would be like in the dark. :oops:

ElishaA

Hi Mike,

Thanks for your reply it is much appreciated.

My boyfriend has a bike in the garage so I'll start with using his- I have no idea what kind it is its just a bike to me lol.

However I do intend to buy one eventually, I'm glad you've mentioned its one of the best things you have done as I'm really quite looking forward to it!

Me and a few girl friends (the ones that have stupidly agreed) are off out for a cycle Sunday. We've all put a bet down on how long it will take us before we stop off at a pub

So how many times a week do you cycle Mike and where abounce do you go?

Elisha

reluctant

Fit is the most important thing when choosing a new bike.

ElishaA

Hi Giles,

Thanks for that!

Waow I have no idea what bikes they are but I'll be sure to look into that!!

I firstly need to know what type of bike i need lol or would like...

Any Recommendations Giles?

Elisha

reluctant

You'd need to think about what your intended use is. You mentioned riding for fitness and with friends and family. Are you planning mainly road or mainly off-road? Maybe half and half. You need to balance your choice towards your predominant use. Think a bit about how much you'd want to spend too. You can buy good useable bikes from around £250-£300, which will give good service life too - but as with all things, if you spend extra, you'll get higher quality. Nicer to ride, lighter and more durable.
Have a little think and get in touch if you like. G.

Mytchett Mike

Elisha

I ride at least twice a week for upwards of 2 hours per ride but if you are looking to get fit then 3 or 4 shorter rides would probably do you more good.

In view of the potential outlay I really would recommend using your boyfriends bike for a few months until you find out what type of riding you want to do.

In fact, if you use an old, heavy bike it (as long as it is safe and in good working order) it will help you get fitter quicker and probably become a better rider. It will also mean you know what you DON't want when you do come to buy your own.

As Giles says, there is a huge variety from out & out road bikes through tourers, hybrids (half tourer/half mountain) to extreme downhillers.

You should also take a look in the beginners forum where there is plenty of advice.

I'm definitely not trying to put you off, I think you should go for it - especially with the prospect of a wonderful dry, hot summer ahead :roll:

Mike

The Northern Monkey

Is Bracknel forest the same as swinley?

reluctant

Yes it is!

The Northern Monkey

awesome!
I'll hopefully be heading down Swinley in the next 3-4 weeks (uni work/weather/fitness permitting ) if anyone is gonna be there?

just out of interest, what is there at swinley? would a ful face helmet be overkill?

B

ElishaA

Great Thanks Mike!

You've really been helpful!!

I'm absoloutley useless with forums so I never even noticed the beginners section,
I'll be sure to use that though.

With my current time plan I wouldn't be able to fit in 3 times a week but I will definately look to be doing the rides about that many times a week.

Just a quick question - does any one go to the Look Out in Bracknell?

Elisha

stev68

Im over at swinley every other weekend for a blast, i know where a lot the of the trails are,got a good loop of about 12 miles,which incorperates most of them.i wear a met parachute so its not too overkill and still protects me chops lol.lot of fireroad for familly rides,some dh,freeride ditch,and tonnes of singletrak to get the legs burning.im going sunday if the weathers not shat.

The Northern Monkey

stev68
Sounds superb
Def gotta get down there asap.
Gotta get a few essays out the way and do some of my research project and i'll be tharr!

ElishaA

Hay Guys,

Just a quick update- me and some friends have gone for a ride twice a week for 2 weeks now this week will be our third.

After the first day my legs were killing!! But I'm gettin use to it now

Although they do ache still after a good ride.

The Northern Monkey

i'm going this saturday with a mate..... we'll be the 2 looking completely lost