Cycle anyone?

BChanFit

Over the past week I purchased a new road bike, various equipment and am registering for a duathlon in August. Looking for any semi-serious cycle buddies for fellow motivation and support! I work out 3-6 times a week, am already a runner and now looking to add in cycling. Friends anyone? Send a request or if interested I can send you - thanks!

ClareB13

I was talked into doing the cycling leg of a team sprint triathlon which is in just over three week's time so I'm trying to train for that
I can't afford a road bike sadly so I'll be doing it on my hybrid that I've had for years
The more I think about it, the more tempted I am to train to do the full individual event next year (it's my 30th) - I've done a reasonable amount of swimming but I just don't run at all so that's going to have to be my next priority!

BChanFit

Thanks for the friend request! Sounds like a cool event - you'll do great! We are the exact opposite, I would love to do a tri but my swimming is really weak - like I can barely tread water! Someday... with some practice...

SuperSammi22

I'm not an avid cycler yet, but I am building my way up to it. I would eventually like to dabble in triathlons. So feel free to add me, maybe I can hit you up for advice or tips.

BChanFit

Awesome! Added!

BChanFit

Bump - anyone?

ClareB13

Didn't intend to - but ended up buying a cheap road bike on Tuesday. Only taken it out for a couple of rides so far but I'm loving it!
Just hope the weather stays good over the weekend so I can get out and really test it properly!

ka97

I do, but it's actually my weakest and least favorite part of the triathlon. I'm much more of a runner. However, I had ankle surgery recently, so it looks like I'm going to be doing more swimming and riding, and less running this year. Did my first outside ride yesterday - 10 miles - it was tough on the ankle. I'm hoping to be able to do a sprint tri in August or September, but the running is a huge question at this point.

Jason3589

As part of my job l am a response cyclist. Keeps me fit and get paid at the same time x

catneon

There's also a group here you can have a look:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/361-bicycling-road-and-mountain

ka97

I was talked into doing the cycling leg of a team sprint triathlon which is in just over three week's time so I'm trying to train for that
I can't afford a road bike sadly so I'll be doing it on my hybrid that I've had for years
The more I think about it, the more tempted I am to train to do the full individual event next year (it's my 30th) - I've done a reasonable amount of swimming but I just don't run at all so that's going to have to be my next priority!

I did my first sprint on a hybrid. It's totally doable. Once you've done one you will know whether you like it enough to invest in a new bike. Most people find after the first one that they are pretty addictive :bigsmile: If you can swim and bike, you should definitely consider doing the whole thing yourself next time. The run is probably the easiest part to train for - no special skills or equipment required.

Steff46

Hello! I am an avid cyclist. It is my favorite sport! I do road and moutain. I have toyed with doing a duathlon because I love to do ride and run brick workouts with my fiance. He is currently training for his third ironman. I started riding to keep fit and fell in love with it.

d_Mode

Add me. I"m a type2 diabetic who started cycling last July. I'm up to 2030 miles so far. My goal is to get to 2400 by July 15th. I am doing a 100k ride on Sunday and then the Tour de Cure for diabetes on May 10th...another 100k ride.

Smokey705

Yeah I cycle everyday as part of my fitness routine, I usually do at a least a hour everyday. Add me as friend if you want I am not sure how to add friends.

katesky25

I love cycling and started spin classes last fall when I purchased my mountain bike. I recently left my job due to overnights and schedule changes which dampened my ability to stay fit and happy.

I now, in the past month, have been bringing my old self back - training for a duathlon. Started using MFP again 3 days ago!

I recently found out how much I enjoy the road riding in addition to the trails and mountains so I will be purchasing a road bike and competing.

Avid runner...love running...aiming for a strong marathon run!

Would love to friends with anyone with a love for cycling or running!

Daisy471

Sending you a FR. I used to ride a lot but haven't been on my bike much in the last few years. This year I want to ride more. Last weekend I went in for a bike fitting and one small change made it so much more comfortable and easier to maintain good form! I've been really focused on running in the past year (did a half 2 weeks ago).

BChanFit

Thanks for the link Catneon!

So cool to meet up with so many new faces. I'm still just learning how to ride with the clipless pedals (have fallen twice now with plenty of bruises). Went to a bike maintenance class last night and learned some of the basics - how to change a tire, lube the chain etc. Also watching a lot of youtube videos. Nothing really helps as much as getting out there though. I still feel super uncoordinated. Was raining here in MN the last couple days but want to get out there again today after work.

hopper602

I cycle to the gym and back. I have a hybrid road/mtn bike that has 700x18 wheels so its more effecient than a mtn bike but not as effecient as a road bike. Im working my way up to a road bike. I use mapmyride to track all my rides. Ive done 200 miles in the last year compared to 0 in the last 10 years : )

Miska_

Not one of mine.

alpine1994

I've been getting into cycling lately. I started going to spinning classes in January and I go regularly. I just bought myself some cycling shoes with SPD clips and it makes such a huge difference! I'm obsessed! I have a hybrid bike that I tool around the neighborhood with but have never really done long distances with. I think this weekend my bf and I are going to buy a bike rack for the car so we can take our bikes out to some rail trails.

I'm focusing on running lately since I signed up for my first 10K which is a month away. I've always been a 5K girl but it's time to step it up!

fitandfortyish

I have recently started biking, needed to change up my cardio routine, and I love it!! I ride to work (road bike) and live 45 mins from the Rocky Mountains where there are a ton of mountain trails. I'm using mapmyride to track my workouts...so its been quite fun.

I would love more cycling buddies so please send me a FR--we could do some impromptu challenges over the summer

BChanFit

I love mapmyride, well the whole mapmyfitness site actually since I use it for running as well. Love that there are fellow runner/new to cyclists here too! I had a 10 mile race last weekend - Getting psyched up for my 2nd half marathon which is coming up the first weekend in June. Need to get faster there though too. My running comfort zone is a 12 minute mile but I was more like a 10 minute mile last fall.

BigG1978

Hey all, cyclist from the UK here and I too have felt them bruises when moving to SPD's - it will certainly become second nature after a while and you'll feel the benefit.

I love cycling and love my road bike - anyone please feel free to add me to friends list, looking for likeminded peoples too!

BChanFit

Glad to hear it gets easier!

ClareB13

Clipless pedals were the first suggestion my brother made when I asked him how to improve - I absolutely love them!!!
Tried cycling without them last week and it felt SO inefficient in comparison!!
Off out with a few friends tomorrow morning to try out the sprint tri course. There's just one horrible hill on it so I need to figure out the gearing for that but other than that it's mostly getting used to the new riding position which is totally different on the road bike compared to my hybrid. The race is on 11th May so I've not got long to go!

brittneyleighphotography

Me and my boyfriend both bought road bikes this week as well and are looking to ride 2-3 a week, doing decent distance rides. Planning some large day and overnight trips. Should be fun! Feel free to add me and hold me accountable yall!

BigG1978

Great to see so many getting into road cycling, once you have started you won't go back to mountain or hybrid bikes I can assure you!

I've been on my road bike for about 4 years and it takes some time to get used to the bike and how best to ride it - cornering, gearing, pedal stroke, seated, standing in additon to getting the best setup. I didn't have a proper 'bike-fit' so it took me a while to work out the best seat post height, bars, saddle angle etc but you just know when you get it right.

Good luck to everyone on their own cycling journeys for whatever reason or purpose you do them, it's a great way to keep fit, loose weight improve mood etc.

Please feel free to add as friend if you so wish - all the best!

fknlardarse

There's also a group here you can have a look:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/361-bicycling-road-and-mountain

This looks good, does anyone know how to join a 'group'? Durrrrr

fitandfortyish

There's also a group here you can have a look:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/361-bicycling-road-and-mountain

This looks good, does anyone know how to join a 'group'? Durrrrr

I do!! Along the top of the page, next to message boards, there is a tab called "groups", that takes you to the list of all groups. Search for biking: mountain and road, in think it's called, select it and you will see a green button that says "join group". Then you're in!

fknlardarse

^^^ woo thank you so much!

ClareB13

Over the past week I purchased a new road bike, various equipment and am registering for a duathlon in August. Looking for any semi-serious cycle buddies for fellow motivation and support! I work out 3-6 times a week, am already a runner and now looking to add in cycling. Friends anyone? Send a request or if interested I can send you - thanks!

How are you finding the bike? I'm still getting used to mine but absolutely love it - so much faster than my hybrid and it feels so different to ride! Getting nervous about the tri now though - it only struck me this morning that it's two weeks today!