Originally Posted by
stapfam
If you can't get out on the bike- Then polish it to get rid of the soot from coming down the Chimney.
Good idea. Also, as Doug mentioned, since in must come down the chimney in pieces I'll check to make sure it is all there.
Laces tucked into shoes and trousers tucked into socks. But early on in the new year start looking online for the padded bibshorts in Lycra. Bibshorts as they are more comfortable-Padded to keep things cool and dry and Tight Lycra cos it increases your speed as the women start chasing you down the street.
I actually bought some accessories from the LBS (10wheels, that included helmet and gloves). I got some padded shorts (loose) and some special underwear for use under my usual cargo shorts/cargo pants. I'll get the tight stuff if I get back to my army weight (from 1966) but that is doubtful.
Welcome to the forum. Expect plenty of Posts from you in the near future--Mainly about sore wrists- Numbness in the fingers and What saddle is best for alleviating Butt Ache.
You may see those. I'm really trying to hit fifty posts so I can use the PM feature here. Don't mind sharing my lack of knowledge one on one.
I appreciate all the responses about the basic braking, shoe-laces and pants questions.
I hope all have a Merry Christmas and receive everything your heart desires.