Recent content by Reluctant-Cyclist

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    Gazelle Orange C8 (57cm)

    After much procrastination (mainly regarding spending twice what I had thought I would), I purchased the Gazelle Orange C8 from Take-charge-bikes (powarider ltd) in Woking Surrey. I wouldn't be able to recommend the owner, Steve, enough. Very helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The deed was...
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    Gazelle Orange C7

    Well, I've been out and about and have tried a few bikes now. By far the most upright and comfortable has been this Gazelle with the impulse, mid-mounted motor in a 61 cm frame. My good lady wife suggested that a step through frame might be better for me, and she is (as ever) completely right...
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    Reluctant Cyclist

    Thank you for your reply! Having spent a small fortune on Osteopaths and suchlike over the years, I can say that cycling seems to do me/ cause me less pain than going to them! However the consensus is that remaining as active as I can will be better for me in the long run. I can't swim (far too...
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    Reluctant Cyclist

    I had posted this in the intro section, and was advised to post here, by John Cade as it might get better responses. I was also advised that giving a guide to price range might be wise. I was kinda thinking around the £1000 to £1300 mark. The bike will be used pretty much always on the road, but...
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    Reluctant Cyclist

    I'll give it a shout in that part of the forum later. Thank you for your reply.
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    Reluctant Cyclist

    Good morning/ evening/ or night (Depending when you read this) or just plain "Hello" I think it's about time I bit the Bullet (or Battery) and threw my leg over an electric cycle. Up to now I have been using a standard Bike, but certain health issues dictate that if I want to continue to...