u/mamhaidly

Hello, I just came back from a bike tour that had some gravel sections. I enjoyed it but my road bike was definitely not the bike to do it on so I am looking to get into more gravel and off road riding. I tried gravel bikes and much prefer to have front suspension so looking to get a hardtail.

Question is should I go for a trail or xc bike?

I am not super flexible so I'm worried an xc bike would put me in an uncomfortable aggressive position (equivalent of a road race bike while I ride endurance bikes) but at the same time don't want to get a trail bike that would be quite sluggish.

Advice appreciated, thank you.

Hi, I want to learn how to fix my bike, think brake and gears adjustments all the way to full service, so looking for in person courses in London or around. Ive tried the youtube route but led me to nowhere so looking for instructor led in person workshops or courses. Please drop your recommendations. Thank you!

Hey, so I am 5'11 (180 cm) and had a bike fit this spring. The bike fit recommended a trek domane al size 56 with a 70mm stem and 75mm reach drop handlebars. You can see the theme, of reducing the reach as much as possible.
However, I am still struggling with reach. My neck, upperback, and shoulders are so tense after each ride and my arms are tired. I thought about going for a 54, but the seat angle on those is usually steeper than the 56, while on the 56 I have my saddle slammed all the way back so I am not sure it's a good idea to go for a 54.

If you've been in this boat, or have any idea what to do/try next, please let me know. ta!

ps. I don't have a video of me riding hence why I didn't post of /bikefit

Hiya, planning to do London to Paris via avenue verte in 2 weeks time and looking for recommendations on where to stay. Ideally I want to do it in 3 stages: London to Dieppe, then split Dieppe to Paris in 2 stages. What are your thoughts on the split?

I found 2 of the same bike (model and colour), it's a trek domane. The bike that's not been ridden in 3 years is 50£ more, and the one serviced last year requires a new bar tape - what do you think? which one should I go for?

Hey, I am looking for a long term review of the topshelf handlebar before I purchase one. It seems to solve my problem of most bikes with the right reach for me having a lower stack than what's comfortable for me. Does it work for you? Do you like it?

Hiya, I took a few kettlebell classes while abroad with an instructor with a Girevoy sport background and looking for similar instructors or classes in London, ideally in the SE, SW or E area. If you know any please let me know, mainly looking to work on the technique and form. Ta

My bike fitter recommended this bike after I put on some muscle from swimming and lifting and haven't maintained my flexibility and core strength. Problem is I don't like how the domane looks, not from a I want more aggressive position, just pure aesthetics. Very first world problem but I like to own a bike that looks good which makes me want to ride it more. So if you know bikes with similar geometry, please let me know. Ta!

I am trying to move out of my place. I had a contract with my landlord that says we can each give the other a month notice but to my understanding that's overruled by the new law and I now need to give my landlord 2 month notice. Looking at flats, almost all of them are available immediately or within a month max so what's the solution to secure a flat while not paying 2 rents and not giving my landlord a notice until I secure one? Just asking in case I am missing something, ta!

I have a ticket for an advanced brewing workshop at Milk London in Balham and can't fathom taking the northern line on this hot day. Happy to give the ticket away for someone who would go. Let me know if you want it. I'll just forward you the ticket, no guarantee if they check your name or whatever, so better if you're in the area.

Hello, the bike is being offered at a nice discount, but I can't find much about it. If you have one, please let me know what you think?

I recently had a bike fit and the measurements the fitter recommended leave me with 2-3 bikes that could fit me. They mentioned that my body is very sensitive to adjustments and the position that felt most comfortable was very upright and short. I am 31, and quite active, resistance training, swimming, martial arts etc. So I am wondering if there's anything I can do that would make me tolerate more aggressive positions and less sensitive to mm differences. Thank you

I am looking to get into MTB, as I am looking for a bit more dynamic form of exercise than road cycling, so thought to ask for what I need to consider before going down the rabit hole. thank you! I live in SE if that makes a difference.