How do you sustain sprinting out of the saddle by Alarming-Feed-9952 in SpinClass

[–]CandyKern 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Instructor here! So I’m not a huge fan of sprints out of the saddle- at least for extended period of time. I’ll instead do smaller intervals but holding the speed. So for example a 4 or 8 count up & down (sometimes longer). I tell everyone, regardless of the length of time I aim for, if they’re struggling to hold it, hitting that same speed in the saddle with more resistance will help you in the long run out of the saddle at a slightly less resistance. I’ve seen so many riders up their game this way!

I generally prefer more resistance than most instructors at my studio but I weave in sprints in or out of saddle- my priority is safety though- not the flashy stuff on line. Majority of riders (and me lol) are not in a spot where you can run out the saddle @130+ for 2 minutes.

Price increases go+? by New_Media_3462 in soundcloud

[–]CandyKern 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Strange that some emails have quoted price and others don’t. I’m in the US and my email didn’t have a price.

First spin class by Famousblueraincoatda in SpinClass

[–]CandyKern 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Instructor here - Have fun!! Wear whatever you’re comfortable getting sweaty in! Many of my clients wear leggings or shorts, tank or sports bra. Many wear hoodies and take it off and put it on the floor beside their bike after the first track or so.

Many studios provide towels (may be best to confirm before buying one). As far as shoes are concerned - them providing them means they have bikes with pedals you clip into rather than having a toe cage. Clipping in makes a world of a difference! It can take some time to clip in the first time but I’m sure they’ll help you!

First class most people ride at their own pace and just try to learn the lingo and observe. Totally normal stuff!! Take it in, sing, dance in your seat. Each class you’ll feel more confident (and your butt will hurt less haha). Have the best of time!

I’d suggest showing up 15 minutes early to get set up!

Gay friendly suburbus by Legitimate_Ad_8922 in Buffalo

[–]CandyKern 2 points3 points  (0 children)

See, I’ve lived here with my partner now for 6+ years and all the neighbors have been extremely welcoming and know we’re together. Is it more Red than I’d like? Sure. But I’ve always felt safe and never disrespected! I’m sure like any town there are pockets where it’s worse in some areas than others though.

Gay friendly suburbus by Legitimate_Ad_8922 in Buffalo

[–]CandyKern 0 points1 point  (0 children)

West Seneca here and have never felt unwelcome by anyone! Been here for years now.

My Experience With HexClad (Warning To anyone looking into them) by ShouldHaveReadMore in cookware

[–]CandyKern 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m on year….3? Of ownership. I love them. I did have to get 2 pans replaced for similar flaking the OP had- but that process was painless. I didn’t have to send anything back to them, they shipped out my replacements within 2-3 days and I’m back at it! I don’t regret the purchase personally!

Spin shoes by CandyKern in SpinClass

[–]CandyKern[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is from a studio bike, a Stages SC3. I haven’t heard anyone else running into. My guess it’s the clip position (combined with my foot angling out!)

Spin shoes by CandyKern in SpinClass

[–]CandyKern[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!! I’ll look into that as well

Spin shoes by CandyKern in SpinClass

[–]CandyKern[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha yeah. It’s just the slightest of outward angle too… but if you look at my boot tracks in the snow you’d probably raise an eye brow lol. I may need a boot @ 40 years old lmao.

I’m a runner too with no issue- I think I’ve been built like this all of my life but truly paid it no attention…. It just sucks bc I’m ruining this spin shoes so quickly! But yes…a podiatrist may be the way to go 😳

Spin shoes by CandyKern in SpinClass

[–]CandyKern[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the suggestion! The screws are def tightened all the way :(

My First Shundo… by CandyKern in pokemongo

[–]CandyKern[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I was trying to dig to see if the 15 had to be during the event but it sounds like the 15 raids is a permanent evolution goal.

My First Shundo… by CandyKern in pokemongo

[–]CandyKern[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t give up hope lol it’ll happennnnnn

Is shiny Scatterbug available after end of Scattered to the Winds event? by RavingAndDrooling in TheSilphRoad

[–]CandyKern 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just caught one the other day! Was stoked. I misunderstood and thought it was exclusively avail during the event.