My 1st ride
08-05-12, 01:03 PM
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My 1st ride
I am 30 y.o. and never learned to ride growing up because of my father fear of I don't know-- something. I never learned to swim either and I grew up on an island. After making up my mind and buying a cheap bike, didn't want to put a lot of money into something I might hate. I learned to ride yesterday morning-- had to wake up at 6am to learn for the embrassment I am well known in the community because I coach.
I used the balance down the hill method, then after like 5 times I just started pedal at the bottom of the hill and rode around the for about 5 minute. I tried riding up the hill to no avail, I brought a single speed bike to learn.
This morning I decide to go for a ride and woke up at 5am when there is minimal traffic on the street, I rode for 1.5miles before coming home. I fell off my bike 3 times in the beginning but got back on to finish the loop. Its kind of scary at times when I was going 20mph I had to brake but I LOVE it. I plan to ride the loop regularly till I get a total controll of the bike then travell around the city. I also am saving my money to get a better bike next season probably March.
I MUST SAY I SEARCHED THIS SITE ON WAYS TO LEARN AND IT HAVE HELP A LOT.
I used the balance down the hill method, then after like 5 times I just started pedal at the bottom of the hill and rode around the for about 5 minute. I tried riding up the hill to no avail, I brought a single speed bike to learn.
This morning I decide to go for a ride and woke up at 5am when there is minimal traffic on the street, I rode for 1.5miles before coming home. I fell off my bike 3 times in the beginning but got back on to finish the loop. Its kind of scary at times when I was going 20mph I had to brake but I LOVE it. I plan to ride the loop regularly till I get a total controll of the bike then travell around the city. I also am saving my money to get a better bike next season probably March.
I MUST SAY I SEARCHED THIS SITE ON WAYS TO LEARN AND IT HAVE HELP A LOT.
08-05-12, 01:21 PM
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You rock, dude! WTG!
Now learn how to swim.
Now learn how to swim.
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Welcome To Bike Forums, Husigma!
Looks like you're one of us now!!!
Looks like you're one of us now!!!
08-05-12, 02:28 PM
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Thanks guys.
I took a swimming class in college-- had to it was a requirement, never went to class but begged the prfessor for a 'D'. Got it and got my degree. But I am actually looking to ride my first race next April-- Just get better through the winter and go for it. Also need to lose like 20lbs.
I took a swimming class in college-- had to it was a requirement, never went to class but begged the prfessor for a 'D'. Got it and got my degree. But I am actually looking to ride my first race next April-- Just get better through the winter and go for it. Also need to lose like 20lbs.
08-05-12, 02:44 PM
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Outstanding... what a brilliant story, you will be addicted for life now....
But always be careful out there........
But always be careful out there........
08-05-12, 03:18 PM
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Oustanding, indeed! Way to go!
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Wow. I'm impressed. Not only am I happy for you learning to ride, I'm equally sad that you didn't get to ride as a kid. Oh well. It just means that you have to make up for it. Ride like a kid husigma. But, as has been said, be safe. Learn bike safety. And by all means have fun!!
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Good start! Don't be shy about spending time in empty parking lots or on empty streets practicing specific skills or movements.
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That's freaking awesome man. Not simply because you're learning, but because you're older, and you're doing it because you never knew how; it's great.
But yea man, if you're fine with waking up early, keep doing it, and don't push it until you feel comfortable with your skills. Find a bike that works for you, and you'll get better at it every day.
In a week or two you'll be riding around town like you've done it your entire life.
I would highly suggest reading the threads here
https://sheldonbrown.com/harris/bikes.html
For more information and knowledge, as well as perfecting technique; whenever you're ready.
But yea man, if you're fine with waking up early, keep doing it, and don't push it until you feel comfortable with your skills. Find a bike that works for you, and you'll get better at it every day.
In a week or two you'll be riding around town like you've done it your entire life.
I would highly suggest reading the threads here
https://sheldonbrown.com/harris/bikes.html
For more information and knowledge, as well as perfecting technique; whenever you're ready.
