"Boards Cycling MeetUp Dundrum"

manafana · 02-11-2014 5:08pm

same as I say to missus when shes struggling on bike, every km you do is a km more than you would have done by giving up.

Jk_Eire · 02-11-2014 5:10pm

Anybody got a Stava link actually? Few hills and nice roads I wouldn't mind doing again.

wanderer 22 · 02-11-2014 5:15pm

Jk_Eire wrote: »

Anybody got a Stava link actually? Few hills and nice roads I wouldn't mind doing again.

Here's mine ; I did 45k or so before meeting up with you guys - http://www.strava.com/activities/214627833

manafana · 02-11-2014 5:16pm

Jk_Eire wrote: »

Anybody got a Stava link actually? Few hills and nice roads I wouldn't mind doing again.

http://www.strava.com/activities/214667545

thats upto the tea/coffee stop part 2 is the other part

Jk_Eire · 02-11-2014 5:29pm

Nice one.

sullzz · 02-11-2014 8:24pm

colm18 wrote: »

Here's mine ; I did 45k or so before meeting up with you guys - http://www.strava.com/activities/214627833

Looked like a great hilly spin , would have loved to gone on it , but living too far away to make over on time , I always read these boards spin threads in envy

Bikerbhoy · 02-11-2014 10:11pm

sullzz wrote: »

Looked like a great hilly spin , would have loved to gone on it , but living too far away to make over on time , I always read these boards spin threads in envy

Yeah 'twas a nice little route with a few little kickers here and there benefit of this route is that its a testing enough little spin out approx 60k and as I said previously Enniskerry is your furthest point if you need to get back soon your never far from home

smacl · 03-11-2014 12:41pm

rollingscone wrote: »

Thanks guys sorry for being crap on the road.

Good to meet you, didn't know you were rollingscone on the day! I was the lad in the boards gear on the black and yellow Ridley. To be fair, there were a couple of surprisingly lumpy bits thrown in there, and I was very glad to have some nice low gears on my own bike. Even then I was puffing and panting myself by times.

Looking forward to the next one.

Bikerbhoy · 03-11-2014 2:53pm

smacl wrote: »

Looking forward to the next one.

OK guys let's keep the momentum going here.

Group spin next Sunday 9th Nov meeting Balally Luas stop, departing 9.00 am 20 - 25 k pace

All Welcome

ROUTE : Enniskerry Djouce Ballinastoe Roundwood back via Calary with one or two little surprises to keep us warm.

Who's in ?

Bikerbhoy · 03-11-2014 3:57pm

PLEASE NOTE :

SPINS CURRENTLY BEING ORGANISED BY ME ARE IN THE CAPACITY OF A BOARDS.ie MEMBER FOR OTHER MEMBERS OF THE FORUM TO PARTICIPATE IN AS THEY PLEASE

IT IS IMPORTANT TO NOTE THAT THESE SPINS ARE NOT CURRENTLY ASSOCIATED IN ANY WAY WITH TEAM THINKBIKE.ie CYCLING CLUB or THE SHOP.

It is everyones own responsibility to be self sufficient on these spins re : spares, tools, food, hydration etc.

As regards insurance again this is up to each individual to address themselves as they see fit.

If anyone needs clarification on any of the above points please do not hesitate to contact me

Regards & Thanks
Adrian

wanderer 22 · 03-11-2014 6:20pm

Bikerbhoy wrote: »

OK guys let's keep the momentum going here.

Group spin next Sunday 9th Nov meeting Balally Luas stop, departing 9.00 am 20 - 25 k pace

All Welcome

ROUTE : Enniskerry Djouce Ballinastoe Roundwood back via Calary with one or two little surprises to keep us warm.

Who's in ?

Good stuff, see yous Sunday

ted1 · 03-11-2014 7:40pm

Bikerbhoy wrote: »

OK guys let's keep the momentum going here.

Group spin next Sunday 9th Nov meeting Balally Luas stop, departing 9.00 am 20 - 25 k pace

All Welcome

ROUTE : Enniskerry Djouce Ballinastoe Roundwood back via Calary with one or two little surprises to keep us warm.

Who's in ?

I should be able to make it this week.

useeme · 04-11-2014 8:19am

What distance would that be?

Bikerbhoy · 04-11-2014 8:52am

General Motors wrote: »

What distance would that be?

Ah suppose about 70 k give or take . .

Bigus · 04-11-2014 8:55am

General Motors wrote: »

What distance would that be?

There's a fair bit of climbing !

Bikerbhoy · 04-11-2014 9:37am

Bigus wrote: »

There's a fair bit of climbing !

Please don't be put off by the above post

There's the road up to Djouce and a couple of short kickers planned for way back by which time the coffee and cake will get you home.

Pace will be the same as last weekend, comfortable.

manafana · 04-11-2014 10:54am

Bikerbhoy wrote: »

Please don't be put off by the above post

There's the road up to Djouce and a couple of short kickers planned for way back by which time the coffee and cake will get you home.

Pace will be the same as last weekend, comfortable.

I will probably come along again start time is great, recommended to anyone who hasn't been out so much, last week thought me there is always a longer way to enniskerry.

I will again stalk Colm18 till its gets too steep for me,

smacl · 04-11-2014 1:41pm

Bikerbhoy wrote: »

OK guys let's keep the momentum going here.

Group spin next Sunday 9th Nov meeting Balally Luas stop, departing 9.00 am 20 - 25 k pace

All Welcome

ROUTE : Enniskerry Djouce Ballinastoe Roundwood back via Calary with one or two little surprises to keep us warm.

Who's in ?

Maybe set up a new thread for each spin Bikerbhoy, as the title of this one suggests a date last week. Probably in Wexford myself this weekend, but will be along if not.

TripleMinor · 04-11-2014 3:18pm

Bikerbhoy wrote: »

OK guys let's keep the momentum going here.

Group spin next Sunday 9th Nov meeting Balally Luas stop, departing 9.00 am 20 - 25 k pace

All Welcome

ROUTE : Enniskerry Djouce Ballinastoe Roundwood back via Calary with one or two little surprises to keep us warm.

Who's in ?

Sounds great.
Count me in

BenEadir · 04-11-2014 3:32pm

smacl wrote: »

Maybe set up a new thread for each spin Bikerbhoy, as the title of this one suggests a date last week. Probably in Wexford myself this weekend, but will be along if not.

If the spin was to become a regular event one suggestion would be to set up an ongoing thread for the "Balally Luas Sunday Spin Group" which summarises the nature of the Sunday spins (or whatever) but set up a "team" up on http://teamer.net for communicating details of new spins and getting confirmation of attendance etc.

Maybe such formality/structure isn't in the spirit of having casual Sunday spins though!!

useeme · 04-11-2014 9:05pm

I'm on for this.

MugMugs · 04-11-2014 9:17pm

If there's no mountain biking on Sunday I'll tip down in the car and join ye. I'll know where I stand Saturday evening

Bikerbhoy · 05-11-2014 3:06pm

Ok , following on from suggestions and with the help of Cramcycle ,Thank You , we have changed thread title to a more ongoing one as opposed to carrying on under the previous title which was date specific and could have been a bit misleading.

So going forward this can be used as it says a "meetup" for people to arrange or check in on spin arrangements for the coming days, week etc

It can also be used for others to organise group spins etc outside of any I may put together as Sunday mornings may not suit everyone weekdays , evenings etc .

Hopefully with some input from members this could be a usefull resource for all.

Let's see how it goes. . .

Cheers.

slap/dash · 05-11-2014 10:54pm

Hopefully I'll make this, unless I get blathered at the wedding present sat nite

lukegjpotter · 05-11-2014 11:41pm

I'll be there this Sunday.

m5ex9oqjawdg2i · 05-11-2014 11:52pm

Why is it limited to drop bars only?

Bikerbhoy · 06-11-2014 12:12am

Savannah Unimportant Skydiver wrote: »

Why is it limited to drop bars only?

. . . . Because flat bars are dangerous in group riding.and secondary drop bars are far more comfortable for longer distance

m5ex9oqjawdg2i · 06-11-2014 2:10am

Bikerbhoy wrote: »

. . . . Because flat bars are dangerous in group riding

Where did you pull that idea out of?

and secondary drop bars are far more comfortable for longer distance

Absolute rubbish.

Weepsie · 06-11-2014 9:36am

Savannah Unimportant Skydiver wrote: »

Where did you pull that idea out of

Absolute rubbish.

I think its to do with flat bars possibly hooking into drop bars, getting caught etc or what I was lead to believe in groups.

The comfort thing is individual though I'd imagine

smacl · 06-11-2014 10:14am

Weepsie wrote: »

The comfort thing is individual though I'd imagine

I've used both on long rides, and for me the range of hand and body positions afforded by drop bars makes them much more comfortable. Bar ends help, but I'd certainly miss the drop position at this stage when descending, on bad surfaces, and just to change position.

No idea about the safety aspect, but have noticed in the past that most road clubs have a drop bars only rule. Funny enough, ThinkBike used to be one of the exceptions, and I've been on a club spin with them on my hybrid in the past.

There's definitely a gap in the leisure cycling scene for a club that has social spins that cater for those without road bikes.

m5ex9oqjawdg2i · 06-11-2014 10:19am

Weepsie wrote: »

I think its to do with flat bars possibly hooking into drop bars, getting caught etc or what I was lead to believe in groups.

The comfort thing is individual though I'd imagine

Ok thanks for that.

'tis a pity.

wanderer 22 · 06-11-2014 10:20am

smacl wrote: »

No idea about the safety aspect, but have noticed in the past that most road clubs have a drop bars only rule. Funny enough, ThinkBike used to be one of the exceptions, and I've been on a club spin with them on my hybrid in the past.

This isn't a ThinkBike spin though

QueensGael · 06-11-2014 10:22am

Savannah Unimportant Skydiver wrote: »

Where did you pull that idea out of?

This is standard in any group ride, whether a club ride or casual get together. It's one of the first things you learn as a ride leader. Flat bars risk getting tangled up in drop bars, and so they're not allowed in group riding situations.

Savannah Unimportant Skydiver wrote: »

Absolute rubbish.

There are three different hand positions available on a drop bar, vs one on a standard flat bar. The flat bar position can put pressure on your wrist nerves, which can lead to numbness and discomfort over longer distances, whereas the drops allow you to shift your hands around as appropriate to the course. More about it here http://www.britishcycling.org.uk/insightzone/features/article/izn20131104-Beginner-Handlebars-0

Finally - Bikerbhoy has taken it on himself to organise these group rides for the benefit of folks who can't/don't want to go with club groups. If you don't like what he's suggesting, you don't have to go with him. But he's a very experienced cyclists and group leader, so it'd be no harm to listen to and learn from him. My $0.02.

m5ex9oqjawdg2i · 06-11-2014 10:57am

QueensGael wrote: »

Finally - Bikerbhoy has taken it on himself to organise these group rides for the benefit of folks who can't/don't want to go with club groups. If you don't like what he's suggesting, you don't have to go with him. But he's a very experienced cyclists and group leader, so it'd be no harm to listen to and learn from him. My $0.02.

Thanks for the reply.

I understand from the other posters now WHY it's dangerous. The comfort aspect is subjective though.

Bikerbhoy could have been less condisending (elitest) in his reply. My query would insinuate that I haven't a bloody clue about group cycles and a little explaining wouldn't have hurt.

If you are going to set something up in a public forum, expect questions from novices and have the ability to answer them without coming accross as arrogant. My 2 cents

wanderer 22 · 06-11-2014 11:04am

Savannah Unimportant Skydiver wrote: »

Where did you pull that idea out of?

Absolute rubbish.

To be fair , if you're going to complain about the tone of other people's replies , you might want to look at your own.

m5ex9oqjawdg2i · 06-11-2014 11:23am

colm18 wrote: »

To be fair , if you're going to complain about the tone of other people's replies , you might want to look at your own.

To be fair, it's not quite the same.

quozl · 06-11-2014 11:29am

Iamxavier, text is a terrible way to convey tone. I don't read Bikerbhoy's reply as remotely condescending or elitist. Knowing him slightly he's actually very supportive and helpful to newbies so I think you're reading something that wasn't intended to be there.

Harrybelafonte · 06-11-2014 11:46am

Bikerbhoy wrote: »

. . . . Because flat bars are dangerous in group riding.and secondary drop bars are far more comfortable for longer distance

Succinct and clear reply to question.

Savannah Unimportant Skydiver wrote: »

Where did you pull that idea out of?

Absolute rubbish.

Aggressive and overly defensive reply.

Savannah Unimportant Skydiver wrote: »

Bikerbhoy could have been less condisending (elitest) in his reply. My query would insinuate that I haven't a bloody clue about group cycles and a little explaining wouldn't have hurt.

I see no insinuation in your question. It was a straightforward question which received a straightforward reply.

Savannah Unimportant Skydiver wrote: »

If you are going to set something up in a public forum, expect questions from novices and have the ability to answer them without coming accross as arrogant. My 2 cents

If somebody has decided to use up some of their free time to arrange an event for newbies like yourself to encourage them to go out and ride and meet a few people. Spends time on said forum answering questions and making arrangements, maybe people should respect their efforts instead of adopting some strange sense of entitlement and scream offensiveness where no-one else sees it.

A little respect and decorum would be appropriate.

BenEadir · 06-11-2014 11:51am

Harrybelafonte wrote: »

If somebody has decided to use up some of their free time to arrange an event for newbies like yourself to encourage them to go out and ride and meet a few people. Spends time on said forum answering questions and making arrangements, maybe people should respect their efforts instead of adopting some strange sense of entitlement and scream offensiveness where no-one else sees it.

A little respect and decorum would be appropriate.

^^^ 100%

m5ex9oqjawdg2i · 06-11-2014 11:58am

I picked up the " . . . . " to be consdisending. Apologies if I picked that up wrong and if my replies have come accross as aggressive, that was not intended.

Well my questions have been answered and I will leave this thread with more knowledge on group cycles

. I think I might stick to MTB for the time being.

Enjoy your cycle on Sunday. I hope you have the weather for it.

manafana · 06-11-2014 12:11pm

back on topic guys, no need to argue see you Sunday as long as its dry

Jk_Eire · 06-11-2014 1:04pm

Hopefully going to make this one too.

Re: Drop bars. If I'm to wade into this as someone who spent 4 years on flat bar (Giant Rapid) I always got miffed when I saw the "no flat bar" rules, but left it at that. If they are the rules, they are the rules. A lot of flat bar people I knew who wanted to get into club spins saw the rule as saying "your not as fast", or you're not a "real road cyclist", or snobbery. It's a defensive reaction.

As someone mentioned, the comfort argument is subjective, but if the club/group is concerned about safety, you can't argue against that and their rules. Deep down, you probably want a road bike too anyway

neilthefunkeone · 06-11-2014 2:46pm

Well folks.. gonna tag along on this one if its Ok.. Defiantly a lurker in these parts!

Bikerbhoy · 07-11-2014 9:28am

Good morning all, Happy Friday.

Thanks to all who participated is yesterdays discussion and especially to those who created some clarity regarding opinions expressed.

Cheers Guys . .

Don't forget this Sunday 9 Bells Balally Luas stop , Dundrum.

lukegjpotter · 07-11-2014 3:38pm

Is it possible to make a route (which can be exported in GPX format) on Garmin Connect, or Strava?

So we can download it and put it into our Garmins, so we know where to go.

Just a suggestion.

manafana · 07-11-2014 3:42pm

lukegjpotter wrote: »

Is it possible to make a route (which can be exported in GPX format) on Garmin Connect, or Strava?

So we can download it and put it into our Garmins, so we know where to go.

Just a suggestion.

bikerbhoy takes you up all parts, we always wait at turns or corners, and if in doubt head to enniskerry.

Bikerbhoy · 07-11-2014 5:15pm

lukegjpotter wrote: »

Is it possible to make a route (which can be exported in GPX format) on Garmin Connect, or Strava?

So we can download it and put it into our Garmins, so we know where to go.

Just a suggestion.

Sorry man I'm old skool, I aint really into all that, however someone else on here may be able to do that for you .

Dont worry nobody will get left behind or lost.

meisce · 07-11-2014 5:16pm

Right lads I'll try again this Sunday. Hopefully I will join the rigth group this time :-)

Bikerbhoy · 07-11-2014 5:45pm

meisce wrote: »

Right lads I'll try again this Sunday. Hopefully I will join the rigth group this time :-)

Cool, so you going to meet us in Stepaside then yeah ?

BoardsMember · 07-11-2014 5:46pm

Thanks for organising Bikerbhoy, I'm going to join the merry crew. See you all Sunday morning!

"Boards Cycling MeetUp Dundrum"

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