Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg) - my first ride in 25 years

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phatkat
05-24-08, 05:25 PM
Went on my first ride in 25 years IT FELT GOOD only road for about 2 miles but I didnt crash like I thought I would my new bike did great its A schwinn crisscross thanks TOM for giving me the lead on it. My back side is a little tender but not to bad maybe a new wider seat will fix that. But all in all it was fun.

East Hill
05-24-08, 06:46 PM
But all in all it was fun.

:thumb:

Don't worry about being sore--if this is the first time you've ridden in 25 years, it's to be expected!

By the way, Welcome to BikeForums!

East Hill
Tom Stormcrowe
05-24-08, 08:14 PM
Congrats! I was glad to help out. :D

Now, to address the behind issue. Let's get you some starter padded cycling shorts. You can wear them underneath basketball or regular Gym shorts if you'd llike. :D

http://www.aerotechdesigns.com

wrk101
05-24-08, 09:11 PM
My first ride after 30 years was 3.5 miles Feb '08. It felt like 100 miles. Anyway, you will quickly ramp up the miles in no time!

I recently picked up a Criss Cross myself. Good choice.

It takes a few/several rides to make a decision on a seat. I ended up with a narrower seat. You never really know what is going to fit the best. I would give any seat a little time before trying something else.
Mazama
05-25-08, 03:13 AM
Welcome back.
kenseth03
05-25-08, 12:32 PM
Great job and welcome back!
10 Wheels
05-25-08, 12:38 PM
Good Ride . I wore 2 pair of bike shorts for while. Now I can ride 100 miles on a racing seat with just one pair.
SoreFeet
05-25-08, 12:52 PM
Welcome to the world of freedom. Get yourself a Brooks b17...your but will hurt for many miles then you will have the great break in relief.
timetostart
05-26-08, 04:22 AM
Speaking as a beginner too, I thought I had enough padding of my own :rolleyes: but I found padded shorts made a huge difference.

Well done for not letting the naysayers put you off! :thumb: :D
Spartan112
05-26-08, 07:22 AM
Ride it like you stole it...the miles will come.
Air
05-27-08, 05:59 AM
Welcome back to the cult :D
ScrubJ
05-27-08, 08:15 PM
And the fun begins!

Welcome to your new addiction:)
misterE0
05-27-08, 08:20 PM
I'd hold off on the new saddle for a while unless the one you have is truly awful. It'll be a few rides before your sit bones will adjust. I know I was sore the first few rides of this season. Congrats on riding again.