rollingsound
New member
So I've been on a bike in some form for as long as I can remember. I know my shit when it comes to BMX, DH, DJ and XC bikes but I've never owned a roadie.
I always kinda made fun of spandex wearing road cyclists, but I believe my time has come. My knees are getting wrecked and I'm tired of getting injured. Plus I want to get as much of a health benefit from my time on my bike as possible, time is getting tight.
Now, I want something I can do long solo sessions on the road with. I'm not looking for a tri bike btw. Should I go used? Should I build something up on my own or go for a complete bike? What pedals/shoes are good value? How do you stay hydrated, I'm used to a CamelBack and one water bottle won't cut it. What shops are good for roadies? Most importantly what options do I have other than spandex?
I always kinda made fun of spandex wearing road cyclists, but I believe my time has come. My knees are getting wrecked and I'm tired of getting injured. Plus I want to get as much of a health benefit from my time on my bike as possible, time is getting tight.
Now, I want something I can do long solo sessions on the road with. I'm not looking for a tri bike btw. Should I go used? Should I build something up on my own or go for a complete bike? What pedals/shoes are good value? How do you stay hydrated, I'm used to a CamelBack and one water bottle won't cut it. What shops are good for roadies? Most importantly what options do I have other than spandex?