Really Useful Tips Thread
pottssteve
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Hallo!
I'm quite new to cycling and as a novice the amount of stuff to learn can be daunting. There is also the assumption by salespeople, other riders etc. that you know stuff. However, you may be too shy/macho/stupid to ask, so here's your chance.
Experts - post your top tips here.
Novices - Ask your question here without fear of mockery.
Here's top tip Number 1 which I learned:
1. When riding in hot weather, if you don't have a casquette (hat) or sweat band, smear Vaseline above your eyebrows. This will divert the sweat away from your eyes.
Over to you...
I'm quite new to cycling and as a novice the amount of stuff to learn can be daunting. There is also the assumption by salespeople, other riders etc. that you know stuff. However, you may be too shy/macho/stupid to ask, so here's your chance.
Experts - post your top tips here.
Novices - Ask your question here without fear of mockery.
Here's top tip Number 1 which I learned:
1. When riding in hot weather, if you don't have a casquette (hat) or sweat band, smear Vaseline above your eyebrows. This will divert the sweat away from your eyes.
Over to you...
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However much you choose to spend, make sure you get the bike that fits you the best.0
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Padded Shorts.
No, you don't wear anything underneath them.Cycling weakly0 -
In the name of Safety - get used to looking over both shoulders regularly whilst riding (both seated and standing).0
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put your bike into it's highest gear at the back (ie 11, 12, 13, or whatever you have) before dropping out your rear wheel. Makes the process of removal and re-fitting so much easier and quicker....0
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Always remember to breathe going up hill...0
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Remember to undo the quick release mechanism on your brakes before taking the wheel off. I'm not sure how long it took me to realise they were on the brake levers when I first got my Campag setup :oops:0
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Don't worry if you're overweight. Lycra has a natural slimming effect when viewed by passers by....0
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New rider here, but my tip is to make sure you eat before your ride.0
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Don't exclude old fashioned plastic toes clips as an (urban commuter) alternative to SPDs - but make sure you get firm, sculpted plastic ones, not the flimsy nylony ones that come with most road bikes0
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APIII wrote:Remember to undo the quick release mechanism on your brakes before taking the wheel off. I'm not sure how long it took me to realise they were on the brake levers when I first got my Campag setup :oops:
And remember to fasten it back up after you've put the wheel back in.Carlsberg don't make cycle clothing, but if they did it would probably still not be as good as Assos0 -
Here's my tuppence;
NEVER rush a repair
ALWAYS grease your postPictures are better than words because some words are big and hard to understand.
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On your first few rides make small adjustments to the saddle height until you feel it's the most comfortable.
Well, I did anyway and it seems to have worked for me.I have nothing more to say on the matter.0 -
If the first hill of your ride is near the start, don't be disheartened if you struggle up it, you need a bit of time/a few miles for your legs to warm up.
Be careful of white lines on the road, they can be slippy !
Have fun.Science adjusts it’s beliefs based on what’s observed.
Faith is the denial of observation so that Belief can be preserved0 -
I recommend using mirrors, left and right. My favourites are the Zefal Spin mirrors which are extremely compact and are not something I ever leave home without as they never come of my bike(s).
Here they are:
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themightyw wrote:Don't worry if you're overweight. Lycra has a natural slimming effect when viewed by passers by....
Are you sure about that? I asked my wife if my bum looked any smaller in my lyrca shorts. The reply was "I know its lycra but it cant bend light"Still suffering with wind0 -
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1. When riding in hot weather, if you don't have a casquette (hat) or sweat band, smear Vaseline above your eyebrows. This will divert the sweat away from your eyes.
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whats hot weather???
zipvit sample bags are great for putting phone in and keeping dry from the INSESSANT rain0 -
Take your helmet into the shower (after removing of course) and let the soapy water rinse out sweat from the straps etc.0
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you dont really needs 6kg of tools per bike ,every ride you do...
2 allen keys ( dependant on stem/seat etc etc ) , 1 tyre lever, leaches, 1 tube , mini pump ..............skinny phone
thats for local 40 /50 ish rides ( in that area....I can get my mavic vehicle* to come and get me for serious mechanicals......)
* Im sure she will understand thats an endearing term !0 -
No matter how horny you feel, never rest your penis on the chain while you are rotating the cranks.0
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Smokin Joe wrote:No matter how horny you feel, never rest your penis on the chain while you are rotating the cranks.
That's a great trick if you can do it whilst seated :shock:Pictures are better than words because some words are big and hard to understand.
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Never snot out into a headwind!Cycling never gets any easier, you just go faster - Greg LeMond0
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Use the drops when cycling into a headwind.0
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penugent wrote:Robmanic1 wrote:ALWAYS grease your post
Not sure that is applicable to carbon.
No, carbon should be treated with graphite anti-seize.
Otherwise you should always keep your length well lubricated.Pictures are better than words because some words are big and hard to understand.
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Leave cables at their loosest when not using a bike: ie highest rear gear, lowest front0
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dennisn wrote:Robmanic1 wrote:
ALWAYS grease your post
My wife wouldn't have it any other way.
Oppps, wrong forum. That would be Penthouse.
I knew if I dangled that hook, it wouldn't take long.....Pictures are better than words because some words are big and hard to understand.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/34335188@N07/3336802663/0