just wanted to say hello....I've been lurking for awhile now....I live in West Texas, so I ride all flat roads....I recently got a great deal on a new 06 Specialized Allez Triple for $550 and jumped on it...I love the bike...since then I've bought pedals, used shoes(perfect fit) and a camelbak for my rides....I'm riding 3-4 times a week anywhere between 18-25 miles....right now I average a little over 15mph and it feels like I'm giving about all that I have....wind is a BIG factor here....so far I just love this sport and I look forward to gaining alot of knowledge and tips here...anywho thats it and Hello from Odessa.🙂
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Howdy Tex! Sorry, I just couldn't help myself.
Sounds like you are off to a great start. Wind can be a significant factor to your speed, so try out different body positions to make yourself more aerodynamic. If it's any consolation, I've seen windy days reduce my average speed by 2 to 3 MPH. At higher speeds, it's all about aerodynamics.
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hello and welcome...
you will definately find this forum helpful.. I have started riding again about a month or two ago and immediatly began lurking on this board... since I started posting I have learned more and more.
This is a great place and a lot of fun....
(watch out for the gay)😉
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thanks for the welcomes!...I just got back from a quick 15ml ride and it was blowing pretty hard when I made the halfway turn...still managed to keep it at 15.2mph for my average.....but my hamstrings are on fire!!!...I think I need some aspirin and a beer.
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cycling_jedi said:
(watch out for the gay)😉
Certainly, as there is rumoured to be a wooly woofter here somewhere... :eek:
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