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LIDL (UK) - Cycling gear availible 27/08/12
I just though I'd draw your attention to the fact Lidl have some cycling gear available soon; these might suit winter commuting! http://www.lidl.co.uk/cps/rde/xchg/lidl_uk/hs.xsl/offerdate.htm?offerdate=33858 I've had gear from Lidl before and it's still going strong! However, a track pump which is only rated to 87psi?…
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Best Carbs for Cycling...
I saw this article on BikeRadar & thought it might be of use to some? http://www.bikeradar.com/road/fitness/article/the-best-carbs-to-eat-for-cycling-34900/ :wink:
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The 'Thigh-off'
I don't know if anyone saw this in the news a couple of days ago, but... Andre Greipel (left) appears to have been well beaten by compatriot Robert Forstemann (right)
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Interesting Article on HRM's
I've just read this article (http://www.bikeradar.com/fitness/article/heart-rate-monitor-training-for-cyclists-28838/) on Bike Radar about HRM's - very interesting I thought... Have a read and see what you think :wink:
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Anyone see the Dellaglio/Flintoft thing on Discovery (UK)?
I was clearing a bit of space on my Sky+ box last night (while stood ironing I might add) and I watched these two, hour long programmes on their ride from Olympia in Greece to the site of the Games in London. It looked an awesome journey; something I'd love to have a go at... Has anyone else seen it? This is the website:…
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Strava - Is it worth going 'Premium?'
Is Strava worth upgrading to 'Premium' or should I just stay on the freebie? What do you get for your 'Premium' membership? Thanks in advance fellow Strava's :wink:
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UK Only - Planet X Grand Fondo £300 off - This weekend only!
I've just had an e-mail from Planet X; The Grand Fondo is down from £1299 to £999 this weekend only with discount code 'UK999FONDO'! See here: http://www.planet-x-bikes.co.uk http://youtu.be/gLIj_kRqvF8
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30 reasons to take up cycling...
Read here: http://www.bikeradar.com/road/fitness/article/30-reasons-to-take-up-cycling-23965/ :wink:
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100 mile charity bike ride - middle of may - training advice
Ok, I've signed up for a 100 mile ride for charity mid-May '12 Is there any specific training anyone would recommend, or is it just a case of increasing my mileage up to the event? Thanks in advance :wink:
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I surpassed 1500 miles of riding tonight...
Chuffed to bits... Hopefully I'll get passed 2000 miles this year before the weather gets too bad!
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My Cycling Stats since April 2011
Rides: 107 Total Distance: 1511.22 Total Time 90hrs 47mins 53secs Total Ascent: 28505ft Total Descent: 25689ft Total Calories: 105154 Average Distance: 14.12 miles Average Time 50mins 55secs Average Ascent: 266ft Average Descent: 240ft Average Calories: 983 Average Speed: 16.64mph ... and counting :bigsmile:
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1400 miles cycled
I surpassed 1400 miles of riding on this morning's commute to work... :happy:
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Ticker Factory - Is it not working?
I can't seem to update my ticker... :huh: :grumble:
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Cyclists who commute to work?
As I've seen in other threads there are a fair few cyclists who use MFP... How many of you commute on your bikes to work daily? My commute is 12.8 miles on my 'normal' route (which normally takes me about 40 minutes 'give or take.' My quickest time is just over 37 minutes :happy: ) My shortest possible route is 12.2 miles,…
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WooHoo... 1000+ cycling mile completed!
I completed 1000 miles of cycling tonight. All since the 5th Apr 2011... Really pleased I've reached this milestone!
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I beat my best commute ride time 1 second :o)
No I didn't... I was behind it by 1 second... I'm well chuffed with it though... These are my numbers: Ride Time: 37:57 Stopped Time: 0:29 Distance: 12.88 miles Average: 20.36 miles/h Fastest Speed: 28.46 miles/h Behind Best Ride: 0:01 Ascent: 66 feet Calories: 921 Mile 01 - Average 17.48 miles/h (28.13kph) Mile 02 -…
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Cycling - Another goal beaten :o)
Since starting cycling, I have given myself several mini-goals to beat. The first one was riding the 12.8 mile commute to work; this took 1 hour and 7 minutes the first time I did it! :huh: The second one was beating 40 minutes, which I have done :smile: The next goal I set myself was to have an average speed for the…
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MFP Cycling Club Part 6
Part 5 got locked, so I thought I'd initiate part 6...
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MFP Cycling Club - I did it! 53.6 miles :o)
I set myself a challenge to complete 50+ miles on my bike. Well, today was the day and I did it :happy: These are the numbers: Ride Time: 3:13:21 Stopped Time: 0:32 Distance: 53.60 miles Average: 16.63 miles/h Fastest Speed: 36.93 miles/h Ascent: 1151 feet Calories: 3652 Mile 01 - Average 14.38 miles/h Mile 02 - Average…
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Put a Kilo on :o(
I don't believe it; I've put a Kilo on (2.2lbs...) Mind you, its my fault I guess; I've not been as strict on myself as I normally am :grumble: Back on the wagon for me! :sad: Hopefully I'll be on a 50+ mile cycle ride at some point this weekend, that should help!
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Day 109 - 43lbs (3st 1lb) gone!
I've broken 3 stones :bigsmile: Chuffed to bits...
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Whey Protein - Does it really help burn more fat?
I have the free 'Ab Workouts' app on my iPhone. In the 'Foods' section there is a little write-up about Whey Powder... It basically states 'People who drink Whey Powder before their workouts burn twice as much fat than those who drink Whey Powder after working out...' I just wondered if there was any truth in this? Do you…
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Day 100 - 39lbs gone :o)
Day 100 on MFP & 39lbs gone so far... I'm due to weigh in and measure tomorrow though, so hopefully I'll have lost a bit more! I'm delighted with my progress and delighted with MFP [Thank you :flowerforyou: ] Just under 7 months to go... So I think I'm well on target for reaching my goal [fingers crossed] My new 'cycle to…
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30 Days, 20 Pounds :o)
Well, I've logged in for 30 consecutive days now and lost 20lbs! I've still got a long way to go, but I'm on the road to where I need to be... Hopefully the next 30 days will bring similar results! Here's hoping :happy:
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I used to do 3 Marathons a week...
... Then they changed their name to Snickers :laugh: :noway: Sorry, couldn't help it :huh: