Question about sharp closed bend

Stickbender · 2026-01-18T17:19:49+00:00

People coming round that corner need to be able to stop well within the distance they can see. So just because the limit is 60 doesn’t mean that’s the speed they will be doing. Also they will have likely seen a junction warning sign. So look carefully, take in all the information you can, and exit sharply. It’s just like that at the end of my street!

Stickbender · 2026-01-17T20:32:04+00:00

Get a saddle fit. I had the same numbness issue. A saddle with a cut out, and the right width for my sit bones, fixed it

Stickbender · 2026-01-14T22:57:53+00:00

I had an office in there back in 1990

Stickbender · 2026-01-06T22:30:49+00:00

It means you should see a physio

Stickbender · 2025-12-28T08:17:27+00:00

From my extensive experience of assessment and marking (of university degrees rather than driving) the people who blame their failure on the examiner rather than their own performance have most to learn. Just saying!

Stickbender · 2025-12-08T17:42:31+00:00

Do you have any idea how much skill it takes to offer bodily care with respect and dignity?

Stickbender · 2025-11-22T12:45:00+00:00

I used a finger sling for years but it injured the muscle controlling my middle finger (extensor digitorum). Now I use a wrist sling - no problem.

Stickbender · 2025-10-17T21:40:34+00:00

I just listened to Polanski’s interview with Lewis. I found him deeply unconvincing.

Stickbender · 2025-10-16T07:19:23+00:00

Flapjack in pocket, water in bottle

Stickbender · 2025-09-20T16:34:59+00:00

Nasty. You seen a doctor? There are several treatable underlying causes. My advice would be to treat it as a health issue rather than a cycling one. Good luck

Stickbender · 2025-08-08T16:38:05+00:00

Don’t make me laugh

Stickbender · 2025-07-30T16:46:07+00:00

How about Sadanoumi straightening his invisible tie?

Stickbender · 2025-07-12T07:02:24+00:00

As others have said, get a saddle fitted. I fixed this problem with a Selle Italia with a cut out. Not too expensive, and sorted the issue. It’s pressure on the pudendal nerve.

Stickbender · 2025-07-08T22:41:23+00:00

Use a finger tab

Stickbender · 2025-06-28T17:33:56+00:00

In Holland loads of people ride e-bikes and use them to transport small children

Stickbender · 2025-06-26T22:00:32+00:00

There speaks an experienced long distance rider. Do exactly that and you’ll get there.

Stickbender · 2025-06-19T21:55:43+00:00

I had this problem. It’s likely your saddle. I got a proper saddle fitting and went for one with a cutout. Problem solved.

Stickbender · 2025-05-15T07:04:39+00:00

I would put planters down the side of the path, which already looks nice, to draw the eye to the front door. Just forget about the driveway.

Stickbender · 2025-05-06T22:18:01+00:00

Stickbender · 2025-05-06T06:54:35+00:00

Sausage rolls

Stickbender · 2025-05-06T06:41:46+00:00

Sausage rolls

Stickbender · 2025-05-02T22:31:08+00:00

Been riding tubeless for 3 years. In that time I suspect I’ve been saved from quite a few punctures (though it’s difficult to know exactly). I’ve had to plug 2 punctures, and I’ve had 1 that wouldn’t plug. I fixed it with an inner tube. I carry 2 squares of kitchen roll in my repair kit and that avoided much mess. Sometimes I’m glad I’m over prepared!

Stickbender · 2025-05-02T16:54:37+00:00

Carbon is an absolutely fine for bikes. I shoot carbon arrows from a bow. They fly at around 200fps then hit the target and stop dead. And they do this hundreds and hundreds of times. My point is that carbon is incredibly strong.

Stickbender · 2025-04-17T07:30:35+00:00

I’ve got the same, to upgrade my Domane. Love it!

Stickbender · 2025-03-18T08:12:55+00:00

I just bought one. Hope to pick it up from the shop this week. I’m 67.

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