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Beyond that, there's 1 extremely important rule with cycling: don't let anyone try to convince you there's a right way and a wrong way.
Ride whatever bike you want, and dress however you want (but do wear cycling mitts, as Gazza already explained).
And have fun 😊
Ride whatever bike you want, and dress however you want (but do wear cycling mitts, as Gazza already explained).
And have fun 😊
July 5, 2025 at 12:39 PM
Beyond that, there's 1 extremely important rule with cycling: don't let anyone try to convince you there's a right way and a wrong way.
Ride whatever bike you want, and dress however you want (but do wear cycling mitts, as Gazza already explained).
And have fun 😊
Ride whatever bike you want, and dress however you want (but do wear cycling mitts, as Gazza already explained).
And have fun 😊
A pic might not help but it's a Specialized Sirrus X. I've been using it for slow utility cycling and haven't needed much with me as I rode. Yesterday was the first day in years I took water so it made me curious aboit whether I need any other accessories
July 5, 2025 at 12:43 PM
A pic might not help but it's a Specialized Sirrus X. I've been using it for slow utility cycling and haven't needed much with me as I rode. Yesterday was the first day in years I took water so it made me curious aboit whether I need any other accessories
Now I'm going to walk around telling folks, "I'm a slow utility cyclist." 😂
Im not into having a super light bike. I will see if I can find a pick of my bike online and share it
Im not into having a super light bike. I will see if I can find a pick of my bike online and share it
July 5, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Now I'm going to walk around telling folks, "I'm a slow utility cyclist." 😂
Im not into having a super light bike. I will see if I can find a pick of my bike online and share it
Im not into having a super light bike. I will see if I can find a pick of my bike online and share it
Thank you! I will need to go to the bike shop for the innertube anyways so they might as well teach me while I'm there.
July 5, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Thank you! I will need to go to the bike shop for the innertube anyways so they might as well teach me while I'm there.
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I would suggest going to your local bike shop, but it is entirely possible to learn how to do it via YouTube.
It's just that a pump and spare tubes won't matter a bit if you're stuck not knowing what to do with it.
But it's easier than you think, and you'll be a pro in no time at all 😊
It's just that a pump and spare tubes won't matter a bit if you're stuck not knowing what to do with it.
But it's easier than you think, and you'll be a pro in no time at all 😊
July 5, 2025 at 12:34 PM
I would suggest going to your local bike shop, but it is entirely possible to learn how to do it via YouTube.
It's just that a pump and spare tubes won't matter a bit if you're stuck not knowing what to do with it.
But it's easier than you think, and you'll be a pro in no time at all 😊
It's just that a pump and spare tubes won't matter a bit if you're stuck not knowing what to do with it.
But it's easier than you think, and you'll be a pro in no time at all 😊
With regard to the tire pressure, is the correct pressure on the tires or do I need to find the manual?
July 5, 2025 at 12:33 PM
With regard to the tire pressure, is the correct pressure on the tires or do I need to find the manual?
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Excellent suggestions. Can I add something though? Learn how to replace an inner tube. Many people new, or newly returned to cycling don't know how to do that.
July 5, 2025 at 12:29 PM
Excellent suggestions. Can I add something though? Learn how to replace an inner tube. Many people new, or newly returned to cycling don't know how to do that.
You know...a couple folks recommended riding with a tube and pump. It would be a bummer if I had that and didn't know how to change a tube 🤣. Do you think YouTube sufficient to learn or should I go to my local bike shop?
July 5, 2025 at 12:32 PM
You know...a couple folks recommended riding with a tube and pump. It would be a bummer if I had that and didn't know how to change a tube 🤣. Do you think YouTube sufficient to learn or should I go to my local bike shop?
What is slow utility cycling?
July 5, 2025 at 12:25 PM
What is slow utility cycling?
I'm not riding what I think is too far. Usually around 45-60 mins. Yesterday, I carried my water bottle in a little backpack and I thought that maybe I should put a water bottle holder on the bike. But it also made me think what else might I need for a ride.
July 5, 2025 at 12:24 PM
I'm not riding what I think is too far. Usually around 45-60 mins. Yesterday, I carried my water bottle in a little backpack and I thought that maybe I should put a water bottle holder on the bike. But it also made me think what else might I need for a ride.
Excellent! Thank you
July 5, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Excellent! Thank you
Thank you! I forgot about a lock because I store my bike in the house and have never left it yet, but I know I should get one
July 5, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Thank you! I forgot about a lock because I store my bike in the house and have never left it yet, but I know I should get one
I have a helmet, which is why I said, "besides a helmet." I didn't need recs for something I already have.
July 5, 2025 at 12:11 PM
I have a helmet, which is why I said, "besides a helmet." I didn't need recs for something I already have.
And do I get U-lock with or without a cable?
July 5, 2025 at 12:07 PM
And do I get U-lock with or without a cable?
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nothing fancy. i've just got some cheap ones that cover my feet too.
July 5, 2025 at 12:03 PM
nothing fancy. i've just got some cheap ones that cover my feet too.
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some waterproof trousers
July 5, 2025 at 12:00 PM
some waterproof trousers
Is a D-lock what the internet seems to call a U-lock?
July 5, 2025 at 12:05 PM
Is a D-lock what the internet seems to call a U-lock?
Yesterday, I did 6.5 miles ( and that took me more than 15 min 😅). And that felt good. Going forward, I think between 40-60 mins. I do have cycling shorts.
July 5, 2025 at 12:04 PM
Yesterday, I did 6.5 miles ( and that took me more than 15 min 😅). And that felt good. Going forward, I think between 40-60 mins. I do have cycling shorts.
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Also wear gloves or mitts all the time. If you do fall off (we all do occasionally) you will invariably put your hands out and road rash on palms is awful.
July 5, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Also wear gloves or mitts all the time. If you do fall off (we all do occasionally) you will invariably put your hands out and road rash on palms is awful.
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To carry:
A spare tube or two, a pump and tyre levers in case you get a flat. Repair at home.
A small multi tool with the hex keys to fit your bike is also useful in case anything rattles loose.
A bag is useful too.
I don't rate helmets. Drivers often pass helmeted riders closer.
A spare tube or two, a pump and tyre levers in case you get a flat. Repair at home.
A small multi tool with the hex keys to fit your bike is also useful in case anything rattles loose.
A bag is useful too.
I don't rate helmets. Drivers often pass helmeted riders closer.
July 5, 2025 at 11:51 AM
To carry:
A spare tube or two, a pump and tyre levers in case you get a flat. Repair at home.
A small multi tool with the hex keys to fit your bike is also useful in case anything rattles loose.
A bag is useful too.
I don't rate helmets. Drivers often pass helmeted riders closer.
A spare tube or two, a pump and tyre levers in case you get a flat. Repair at home.
A small multi tool with the hex keys to fit your bike is also useful in case anything rattles loose.
A bag is useful too.
I don't rate helmets. Drivers often pass helmeted riders closer.
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A mini pump will keep you rolling until you get home (within reason!) if you have a slow puncture. I also have electrical tape - I've used it for taping loose spokes to another spoke but it can come in useful as a temporary fix for a few things (you'll know it when it happens!)
Happy riding!
Happy riding!
July 5, 2025 at 10:35 AM
A mini pump will keep you rolling until you get home (within reason!) if you have a slow puncture. I also have electrical tape - I've used it for taping loose spokes to another spoke but it can come in useful as a temporary fix for a few things (you'll know it when it happens!)
Happy riding!
Happy riding!
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I would recommend a small toolkit. It doesn't have to be fancy - my hex keys came free with flat pack furniture. But look at what you would be confident to fix yourself. Dropped chain is the big one - you might not need tools but, if you have a chain guard, that might need removing.
July 5, 2025 at 10:35 AM
I would recommend a small toolkit. It doesn't have to be fancy - my hex keys came free with flat pack furniture. But look at what you would be confident to fix yourself. Dropped chain is the big one - you might not need tools but, if you have a chain guard, that might need removing.