National Bike Challenge 2014

BigDog

@tress29

http://www.bicycleseats.com/backrest-bicycle-seat.html :bigsmile:

Seriously though... Just keep riding it will get better.

susanevenden

I joined and shared it on my facebook page to spread the word.

ToughMudderAddict

I'm in! Just joined!

dr00

I just started biking daily about a week ago. I'm in! I'm excited to see how many miles I can get in this month.

Savlona

Thanks, have registered. Although as I live in the UK, not sure I can truly take part, but hey ho, I cycle.

Do you go on the SkyRide? There is one in most big UK cities and the dates have just been published for this year.

Yes, it's the perfect family cycling event as they close the roads, so my sons can ride with me in safety instead of riding in the trike - although I still have to act as the sag wagon for the youngest on his balance bike.

tress29

I got the bike out tonight, determined to ride at least a mile for the challenge. My seat was a little tender to start, but didn't bother me after the first few minutes. Since that was OK, I kept going. I ended up logging 2.5 miles. Thought about going further, but my legs are a little shaky, and the wind was picking up. We are expecting a good rain storm tonight, just ask my dog!

shyann_rayne

I joined! I just started a couple weeks ago riding. I ride local greenways and rails to trails 3 or 4 times a week. Slowly upping my miles a little at a time, hoping what little bit I am able to do helps!

BigDog

Welcome to all the recent riders who have joined in. Glad to have you pedaling.

We are doing great. Here's the link to the MFP team profile page https://nationalbikechallenge.org/team/5521?page=1

Check it out, and join up if you haven't yet. (I'm currently at #11 on the leaderboard. Don't know if I will ever make it to the top 10 some of you are racking up some serious points!

KEEP PEDALING! :happy:

susanevenden

If you only go out occasionally you may want something with more padding so that it doesn't hurt every time you decide to go on the bike.

I've done quite a bit of distance cycling and I have switched my saddle several times.

Over the long distance I find that gel chafes in a very nasty way. My current saddle, and I don't see that I will ever switch, is a Brooks leather saddle. It is all leather that moulds to your shape, there is no chafing and thus no weeping sores. They recommend using it for 60 or so miles (can't remember exactly) before you make up your mind. It is 100% refundable (online purchase). They have been making bike saddles for about 100 years.

I will never use anything but this saddle again.

skcardiog

Bump for later .

bbracken77

We are going to sign up as well sounds like a fun challenge

fatninja111

Just joined! Looks like an awesome way to stay motivated...looking forward to updating my miles!

This is me: https://nationalbikechallenge.org/rider/30801

StraubreyR

Managed to get in 20+ miles in between rain storms today! Although I did crash once, and landed pretty hard on a boulder. Nothing broken I don't think. And the bike is fine. I have an old steel frame Trek, good thing it's nearly indestructible!

michelefrench

training for 2 triathlons this summer so not biking as much as I'd like...but yesterday I completed in a mini tri as a benefit for a local childrens hospital - 10 minutes each event...I rode 4.8 miles in the 10 minutes - and ended up winning for longest ride...yaay wonder thighs :bigsmile:

tress29

Rode part of my 4 miles on a bike with a cutout seat. Made a huge difference in pressure and heat buildup. And hey! I've ridden 5 days in a row. Mileage isn't much compared to some, but the challenge does reward consistency.

BigDog

Almost 40 riders so far... See MFP profile page here: https://nationalbikechallenge.org/team/5521

Would love to see even more riders join in!

Remember this is not just about hard core bikers, this is about getting out and moving more, and helping to be a little more green. So don't be afraid to join in. Even if you only go for a couple 5 mile rides a week to the store it's still better than no rides.

itodd4019

Does this benefit anything, like a cause or anything? Or is it just to motivate each other and such? I ride about 100 miles a week, but I really don;t need another distraction. MFP is already sucking part of my day. I get involved and lose hours at a time. LOL

GiveMeCoffee

Just joined in and heading out now for a ride Wish I had seen this early

BigDog

Does this benefit anything, like a cause or anything? Or is it just to motivate each other and such? I ride about 100 miles a week, but I really don;t need another distraction. MFP is already sucking part of my day. I get involved and lose hours at a time. LOL

It currently only seems to be about encouraging and motivating about environmental awareness (going greener) and becoming more active and healthy. Might be local groups doing some charity stuff but the national challenge is primarily a motivational vehicle at the moment.

tress29

I ride about 100 miles a week, but I really don;t need another distraction. MFP is already sucking part of my day. I get involved and lose hours at a time. LOL

Once you register, it only takes minutes a day to log your miles. And the MFP team could use the miles...

itodd4019

I ride about 100 miles a week, but I really don;t need another distraction. MFP is already sucking part of my day. I get involved and lose hours at a time. LOL

Once you register, it only takes minutes a day to log your miles. And the MFP team could use the miles...

OK, I will go do it.
edit: ok, I logged my 12 miles into the office, then I have 12 going home. I also joine the group.

What does MFP do with the points? Are we trying to win something?

tress29

Just a matter of pride!

itodd4019

Good enuf for me! I will log there when I ride. Hard rain expected for Thursday. I drive on rain days. But I also throw down a 30 miler or so on Sunday mornings usually.

verdemujer

Wow - I'm happy to see them getting up to their goal of 50,000 riders. I think our team is doing well! Now - weather - cooperate darn it.

itodd4019

So- weather coming in today- 60% T-storms at 4:pm,,,,, BUT- I rode anyway!! Being a part of this group nudged me to make a good decision.

Sitting here dripping sweat and feeling good about it!

Thanks for the push to get me to join

Todd

tress29

BUT- I rode anyway!! Being a part of this group nudged me to make a good decision.

I did that last week. By the time I got home it was almost dark, but I rode anyway. Our neighborhood is fairly well lit, and not much traffic. Last night, it was a no go. It was getting too dark AND still raining. I'll try to ride a little longer on my other days, but it hurts to miss the 20 points for logging!

cowbellsandcoffee

Sitting here dripping sweat and feeling good about it!

This should be the creed of all serious cyclists. :bigsmile:

Technolero

I just joined the group. I synced with MapMyRide, but it only pulled my last week of data. I don't know if that is what it's supposed to do. I wish it brought in all of May because I have 340 miles already this month!

SallyFTW

I just learnt how to cycle last month, so I'm up for this. Need a bit of practice.

sarainiowa

I just registered and joined the team. Now, I need some not rainy days :-)