Anorexic in recovery :)

[CorpusLuteum]

You might find this map helpful, some are traffic free but most will be roadside routes. Once you get the cycling itch you will be racking up 20+ mile rides I'm sure.

http://www.sustrans.org.uk/ncn/map

These might also come in handy, much like plasters but you use them on the innertubes when you eventually get a flat. Saves all the faffing about with a little tube of glue that the normal patch kits need.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/park-tool-super-patch-kit-gp-2/rp-prod7206
or
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/lezyne-smart-patch-kit/rp-prod24778
or
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/weldtite-red-devils-patch-repair-kit/rp-prod32384

Hey thank you so much for such an informative post Much appreciated. God can this forum get any better <3

 

[Clockwise]

Hey thank you so much for such an informative post Much appreciated. God can this forum get any better <3

Thanks, just passing on some helpful info to keep the wheels spinning.

 

[Cyclezee]

Hi CL,

I think we are all looking forward to see how you get on with the bike and how much it contributes to your health.
One thing is for sure, there is nothing wrong with your ability to spot a bargino

 

[CorpusLuteum]

Hi CL,

I think we are all looking forward to see how you get on with the bike and how much it contributes to your health.
One thing is for sure, there is nothing wrong with your ability to spot a bargino

Thank you I'll keep you guys updated. I've already started hunting for my next electric bike. I feel an obsession coming on.

 

[Cyclezee]

Thank you I'll keep you guys updated. I've already started hunting for my next electric bike. I feel an obsession coming on.

Careful CL,
Before getting involved in the business I developed an obsession, within 2 years I had bought over 40 electric bikes in the search for the Holy Grail

BTW, I didn't keep any of them........my garage and shed were not big enough

 

[D C]

It' a good idea to carry a puncture kit along with tyre levers, also a spanner to fit the wheel nuts.
From what you say you may not as yet be strong enough or quite know how to use them but if you have the equipment with you a passer by could help you.
As Clockwise says the self stick patches which don't involve a tube of glue are fine and can normally be used without removing the wheel.
Do go to the cycle maintenance class which will help you a lot, knowledge inspires confidence!
Happy Cycling

 

[CorpusLuteum]

Careful CL,
Before getting involved in the business I developed an obsession, within 2 years I had bought over 40 electric bikes in the search for the Holy Grail

BTW, I didn't keep any of them........my garage and shed were not big enough

Can you recommend a decent lock? The mechanic recommended the oxford barrier armoured cable lock. I need something lightweight that I can carry in my backpack

 

[Clockwise]

I would always go for a D lock personally. Lugging them around in backpacks isn't fun(isn't great with any type of lock) if your bike will allow it then bungee cables around/over lock and pannier/battery/ect or any sort of holder so the bike takes the weight of the lock and not you. Front basket you can throw stuff in is another option.

As for picking the actual lock then it all depends on what you plan to lock your bike too and how long for, the best way to lock it would be to fold it in half and lock both wheels and part of the frame to something but then you are looking at a bigger lock.

Average size d lock VVV

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kryptonite-Kryptolok-STD-foot-cable/dp/B00802R8Z0/ref=sr_1_7?s=sports&ie=UTF8&qid=1394574808&sr=1-7&keywords=Kryptonite

You can also go for smaller "wearable" locks, a couple of the better ones are the kryptonite mini u's with a holster(the belt strap thing under) or hiplock have one with some clip bits sticking out(or a chain you can wear like a belt).

Kryptonite mini U(the above one) VVV

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kryptonite-Evolution-Kryptoflex-Cable-Bracket/dp/B005YPK9VQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=sports&ie=UTF8&qid=1394574379&sr=1-2&keywords=Kryptonite

I'm a bit of a kryptonite fanboy but abus, oxford, knog, hiplock, onguard, they all have some good locks out.

 

[peerjay56]

Can you recommend a decent lock? The mechanic recommended the oxford barrier armoured cable lock. I need something lightweight that I can carry in my backpack

I don't think lightweight and an effective lock are possible. Better to look at some of the options Clockwise has suggested

 

[CorpusLuteum]

I would always go for a D lock personally. Lugging them around in backpacks isn't fun(isn't great with any type of lock) if your bike will allow it then bungee cables around/over lock and pannier/battery/ect or any sort of holder so the bike takes the weight of the lock and not you. Front basket you can throw stuff in is another option.

As for picking the actual lock then it all depends on what you plan to lock your bike too and how long for, the best way to lock it would be to fold it in half and lock both wheels and part of the frame to something but then you are looking at a bigger lock.

Average size d lock VVV

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kryptonite-Kryptolok-STD-foot-cable/dp/B00802R8Z0/ref=sr_1_7?s=sports&ie=UTF8&qid=1394574808&sr=1-7&keywords=Kryptonite

You can also go for smaller "wearable" locks, a couple of the better ones are the kryptonite mini u's with a holster(the belt strap thing under) or hiplock have one with some clip bits sticking out(or a chain you can wear like a belt).

Kryptonite mini U(the above one) VVV

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Kryptonite-Evolution-Kryptoflex-Cable-Bracket/dp/B005YPK9VQ/ref=sr_1_2?s=sports&ie=UTF8&qid=1394574379&sr=1-2&keywords=Kryptonite

I'm a bit of a kryptonite fanboy but abus, oxford, knog, hiplock, onguard, they all have some good locks out.

Oooh I love the mini lock. I'm going to order it now. Thank you so much for your help Now I just need a nice pretty backpack

 

[peerjay56]

Oooh I love the mini lock. I'm going to order it now. Thank you so much for your help Now I just need a nice pretty backpack

You could also get a cable extension like this http://www.probikekit.co.uk/cycling-accessories-nc/kryptonite-kryptoflex-cable-2.2-metres/10773504.html?utm_source=googleprod&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=gp_cycling&affil=thggpsad&switchcurrency=GBP&gclid=CMS2h5TMjL0CFWjmwgodBR0AQw so that you can lock your bike to posts or barriers too