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If the weight difference is in static components like frame, 1kg is difficult to notice. But if it's in wheels, you can spot a lighter bike quite easily. But if one is looking for bike where price is the main point, it doesn't matter diddly squat. You know you're not getting anything fast. ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by Malbec
It can be off putting when you do some research and you're like "well what if I have £1,000, that's loads!". Then you read the review of the bike and they are like "well it's ok for the price but all the components are bottom of the range" :(
Fortunately if you don't have anything to compare a cheap bike to it will be ok. And the more "reliable" brands tend to be sensible with their components in bottom range bikes. You might not get any pricey parts , but you won't get awful parts either. As i said earlier if you want a better package(both frame and components), go for used bikes, or something that been hanging on the store shelf for a long time. :)
Spending money is a choice, I think spending more than 200 Eur on a unlocked smartphone is a rip-off, but spending 3000 Eur on bike equipment is a sane thing to do. ;)
Someone else might be willing to spend 2000 Eur on a fancy iphone and a two year contract, but wont bother paying more that 300 eur on bike that's supposed to last 5-10 years.
Got my self a nice sprained ankle (hopefully that's all) while playing football last night. I tried to stop a shoot, the ball twisted my foot right before landing on it. It felt like it ripped the foot off. Shortly after it swelled and went kind of numb. Now I have to carry around this cast for 2 weeks.... and I should probably join the don't get too fat club.... this really pisses me off. It's a nightmare... and the fact that I have no idea when I'll be able to resume my activities makes it even worse. I will have to get tough on the diet side of the business :(
That's tough. :( . Personally I would take a month off and sod it all!
I had entered a sportive ride and was supposed to be riding 55miles. My chain kept slipping at my rear cassette when I put pressure through it each time I got to a hill. I was going up one hill around 15 miles in when I found myself peddling air when my chain came off. I managed to unclip by sheer luck as I was falling and didn't hit the deck. So after a quick stop to put it back on I cycled on until I stopped at the first rest stop 20 miles in and got a mechanic to look at. A 30 minute fix later and I found my chain was slipping constantly in every gear on all rings. Took the decision to shortern my ride as I had no confidence in bike and managed to cycle another 8 or so miles until the chain snapped with a mile to go. I ended up pushing and free wheeling to the end covered in chain oil. This was my most frustrating day cycling in a long time. :(
My other half broke his wrist this week and has promoted me to chief mechanic. Looks like I will be fitting a new rear cassette and chain once the parts arrive. Oh joy! :eek: Only two weeks until my next sportive which hopefully won't be beset which mechanical issues. :)
Which one are you doing next?
I did the Durham Big Ride today. 25 miles (37 with going to and from home) no mechanical issues to report, bike was flawless ;) . Was pretty tired for most of the day but I'm glad I managed it after only cycling for just over a month now.
Mark, I am impressed :up:
Ride It Lake District. A very hilly ride out of Coniston. Todays ride had a rating of 2/5 for toughness but the Lake District one is rated 5/5. Mind, I won't be going anywhere until I get my bike fixed. Although I could do it on my mountain bike if I have to.Quote:
Originally Posted by Mark
You need to sign up for something else. We had good riding until November last year. :)
P.S You're bike should be flawless. You haven't been anywhere on it yet. :p