Newbie Says Hi

poppyfields

Thought I'd introduce myself I'm Poppy and I live in Coventry. Been into biking since stopping smoking last year. Nothing too serious but I really love being out on my bike, or I did up to 4 weeks ago when I skidded on a bend and came off my bike breaking my hip in the process. Got another 6 weeks non weight bearing on my crutches before I can even begin to start and walk again so it'll be a while before I'm out on my bike again
Got loads of spare time on my hands so going to have a good read of the forum
That's my bike below. I know it's probably not as cool as some of your bikes but it seemed a very decent deal for the price to me.
It's a Rockrider 8.1 from Decathlon and it's been AWESOME so far.


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Chunkers1980

Welcome Poppy.

Nothing at all wrong with your bike - it is the forum's bike of choice for the money!

You do however need to sort out the angle of the bar ends - they also appear to be on the wrong sides.

Get well soon.

poppyfields

lol thanks for that and for the welcome. I fitted them at that angle as I have arthritis in my wrists an it helps to turm my wrists regularly. Didnt know they were the wrong way round though :oops:

coulddobetter

Welcome, and sympathy from a nurse.

poppyfields

Thanks Keep telling myself it's only six weeks.

coulddobetter

Spent nearly all of last year with a new bike and unable to ride , one of my goolies swelling up like a ballon. Try and get out nearly every day now .

supersonic

Rockrider 8.1 - the best budget bike of all time. Those bar ends look a bit harsh though!

poppyfields

coulddobetter wrote:

Spent nearly all of last year with a new bike and unable to ride , one of my goolies swelling up like a ballon. Try and get out nearly every day now .

That must have been horrendous! I've been thinking the same, once I'm allowed back on my bike I will never miss a day!

poppyfields

I tried the bar ends in all positions and this is the best for my wrists, but after my accident they'll have to go back down as I've now got a fear of being stabbed by them if I were to fall off again.. Funny how I've suddenley become concerned with safety :roll:

coulddobetter

If you suffer arthritis in hands try ergon grips.best thing since sliced bread

poppyfields

Thanks for the tip I'll give them a try.

The Rookie

Hi Poppy, I'm local to you, not sure when and where you ride /will ride (GWS) but there are a couple of local clubs I can recommend if you want to PM me, there are also a couple of local competions (friendly!) if you are interested.