New to forum and looking for help :)

Hi,
I've just signed up here, so firstly, hi everyone
I took up cycling a few months ago with a view of losing some weight, so I bought myself a reasonably specced hybrid bike and started cycling. At first 4 miles seemed to kill me but now i'm comfortably riding 25 miles per session which I'm gradually ramping up.
The reason I joined is to see if I could get some advice regarding places I can go to get assistance with bike setup to avoid developing injuries. Specifically my knees are starting to develop clicks and the odd discomfort which I can only attribute to the cycling. I've found a few places who seem to cater for the real high end competition cyclists and I'm reluctant to approach them as I don't think they're right for a casual cyclist like me and on the other hand there are local bike shops and the chains who just don't seem to have the knowledge to address an issue such as this so I'm a bit stuck.
Anyway, its a great hobby and I've already lost around 1 stone and a half and i'm getting quicker on all my Strava segments almost every time I ride.
Dave
I've just signed up here, so firstly, hi everyone

I took up cycling a few months ago with a view of losing some weight, so I bought myself a reasonably specced hybrid bike and started cycling. At first 4 miles seemed to kill me but now i'm comfortably riding 25 miles per session which I'm gradually ramping up.
The reason I joined is to see if I could get some advice regarding places I can go to get assistance with bike setup to avoid developing injuries. Specifically my knees are starting to develop clicks and the odd discomfort which I can only attribute to the cycling. I've found a few places who seem to cater for the real high end competition cyclists and I'm reluctant to approach them as I don't think they're right for a casual cyclist like me and on the other hand there are local bike shops and the chains who just don't seem to have the knowledge to address an issue such as this so I'm a bit stuck.
Anyway, its a great hobby and I've already lost around 1 stone and a half and i'm getting quicker on all my Strava segments almost every time I ride.
Dave
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Paul.
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Next look up KOPS on the internet as it is a good starting point for adjusting the saddle towards and backwards which can also relieve knee pain. You can then adjust to suit yourself.
If you are using clipless pedals this can also cause issues if not properly set up.
If not then go a see someone to assist you.
Strava - Alex Taylor (sportstest.co.uk)
ABCC Cycling Coach
Specialized Roubaix SL3 Expert 2012, Cannondale CAAD5,
Marin Mount Vision (1997), Edinburgh Country tourer, 3 cats!
You don't get insurance, people often think that it works like for the car, you crash your bike, somebody pays... you only get liability cover... which is pretty much useless as you will only be sued if they know they can get money and if you don't have the insurance, they won't sue you. If you kill somebody you might go to jail, with or without BC.
Legal cover might be more interesting, in case you get knocked off by a motorist... but even there, you need to be lucky and have the number plate ready, as the police won't move a finger to help you... unless you get killed, in which case BC turns out to be useless
@OP a local club may be able to offer some friendly fit advice, also check out online demos and apps. If you struggle to get set up properly yourself then turn to a professional bike fitter.
Just being realistic about what you get for 3 quid a month...