rmsmith 1 #51 July 28, 2007 Types of exercise Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scoop 0 #52 July 29, 2007 Anyone know anything about Chris Boardman's range of bikes? http://www.boardmanbikes.com/?jspStoreDir=HalfordsConsumerDirect&mpe_id=12054&catalogId=10151&evtype=CpgnClick&intv_id=45544&langId=-1&storeId=10001 I'm looking at the lower level model, the 'comp' one. From what I'm picking up it sounds like its got the right bits and pieces on it. I think its either going to be that or the Trek 1200 for me. Any advice/recommendations I'll be grateful. Thanks EDIT: No matter now, I've decided to go for the Boardman Team: Ultralight 7005 Aluminium frame, triple butted main tubes, double butted stays, CNC headtub, Superlight carbonfibre monocoque forks with full carbon blades and steerer, All Ritchley Pro accesories and finishing kit, Shimano Ultegra gears. PIC HERE Be getting it tax free through the cycle to work scheme the government are running currently. Just means I'll have to wait a little. Went and tried one for size today at local store. Couldn't stop drooling. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #53 July 29, 2007 That Boardman looks better on paper. Its also GPP 250 more, so you'd expect that. Make sure you try it 1st. I've never heard of them, but that's not unusual when looking at smaller companies: it may still be a very good frame.Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stumpy 284 #54 July 29, 2007 Looks nice - but i haven't heard anything about how they ride. Playing on the boardman name - for those who don't know he won an olympic track gold a few years ago i think. Remember you need pedals on top of that - there are a couple of online stores that are really good, wiggle is the one that springs to mind. Personally i like the shimano ultegra pedals but it depends on your budget. Good luck with it, would be really interested to hear your thoughts once you have ridden it.Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scoop 0 #55 July 29, 2007 They are relatively new and the sales guy says they are getting very good feedback on them. He can supply any manufacturer of bike so he has no reason to twist my arm into buying one paticular brand. Hes also my friends brother so I would hope he wouldn't stitch me up. I've seen it in the flesh today and had a sizing and it felt nice. The pedals, bottle/cage/shoes etc will all be thrown into the package too. Can't wait, just as with everything to do with my employer it'll take an age Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stumpy 284 #56 July 29, 2007 Sweet!! What do you do? I just started saving for a Condor Baracchi - its a few months off but i'm already drooling Never try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cpoxon 0 #57 July 30, 2007 Quote You want some cycling porn? check this out http://www.bmc-racing.com/time_machine+M5d637b1e38d.html Just don't look at the price.... What do you think of my Strida?! Skydiving Fatalities - Cease not to learn 'til thou cease to live Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simplyputsi 0 #58 July 30, 2007 Quote As far as road bikes go, not time trials, I dont think there are any bikes out there nicer then the Orbea Orca. http://www.orbea-usa.com/fly.aspx?mid=a100&layout=viewproduct&taxid=226 The lines are just suberb. The Guru's arent bad either http://www.gurubikes.com/store/index.php/cPath/22_76 hey remi, just wanted to let you know I saw one of those nice guru bikes this weekend. It was, NICE!!! I probably beat that person though, mwuahahahhahahaha.Skymama's #2 stalker - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stumpy 284 #59 July 30, 2007 Why am i not surprised Craig? Nice bike - its like a real one only smaller!! I recognise that "creeper pad" ha haNever try to eat more than you can lift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Scoop 0 #60 July 31, 2007 To those who wanted more info about heart rates and fat burning training zones etc I found this helpful spreadsheet. Just chill out for a few minutes to get a good reading of your resting heart rate and input that and it shows you your optimum training zones depending on the purpose of your training. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
usskydiver 0 #61 July 31, 2007 My other fair weather sport..... Trek Madone 5.9 w/ an SRM Velo Vie Veloce 100 w/ 404's and a Power Tap Trek T1 Track Bike is just for fun (power workouts)...lots of fun... Shopping for some 303's at the moment... Tim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #62 August 1, 2007 Quote Trek Madone 5.9 w/ an SRM Velo Vie Veloce 100 w/ 404's and a Power Tap Trek T1 Track Bike is just for fun (power workouts)...lots of fun You suck! Seriously, what do you think of the Velo Vie? I am considering the 100 or 200 standard road bike in Ultegra as an option for my next one...Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
usskydiver 0 #63 August 2, 2007 Quote Quote Trek Madone 5.9 w/ an SRM Velo Vie Veloce 100 w/ 404's and a Power Tap Trek T1 Track Bike is just for fun (power workouts)...lots of fun You suck! Seriously, what do you think of the Velo Vie? I am considering the 100 or 200 standard road bike in Ultegra as an option for my next one... I don't have many miles (or any TT's) on it yet but do like it quite a bit so far. I want to lighten it up this winter, stem, armrests, change the Ultegra brake to Zero G's (who needs strong brakes in a TT??). I do have a pending bid on a Salsa Cyclo Cross bike (so when the weather sucks for skydiving or the "Good" bikes, can still get a ride (and a bit muddy) this winter.... Take Care, Tim Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
