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"Boards Cycling MeetUp Dundrum"

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  • #62
    wanderer 22
    Registered Users, Subscribers Posts: 2,131 ✭✭✭wanderer 22


    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


  • #63
    ted1
    Registered Users Posts: 23,254 ✭✭✭✭ted1


    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.


  • #64
    useeme
    Registered Users Posts: 305 ✭✭useeme


    What distance would that be?


  • #65
    Bikerbhoy
    Registered Users Posts: 1,093 ✭✭✭Bikerbhoy


    General Motors wrote: »
    What distance would that be?

    Ah suppose about 70 k give or take . .


  • #66
    Bigus
    Registered Users Posts: 4,939 ✭✭✭Bigus


    General Motors wrote: »
    What distance would that be?

    There's a fair bit of climbing !


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  • #67
    Bikerbhoy
    Registered Users Posts: 1,093 ✭✭✭Bikerbhoy


    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.


  • #68
    manafana
    Registered Users Posts: 3,484 ✭✭✭manafana


    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,


  • #69
    smacl
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 15,706 Mod ✭✭✭✭smacl


    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.


  • #70
    TripleMinor
    Registered Users Posts: 106 ✭✭TripleMinor


    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

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  • #71
    BenEadir
    Registered Users Posts: 4,539 ✭✭✭BenEadir


    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!!


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  • #72
    useeme
    Registered Users Posts: 305 ✭✭useeme


    I'm on for this.


  • #73
    MugMugs
    Registered Users Posts: 17,875 ✭✭✭✭MugMugs


    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


  • #74
    Bikerbhoy
    Registered Users Posts: 1,093 ✭✭✭Bikerbhoy


    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.


  • #75
    slap/dash
    Registered Users Posts: 648 ✭✭✭slap/dash


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


  • #76
    lukegjpotter
    Registered Users Posts: 397 ✭✭lukegjpotter


    I'll be there this Sunday.


  • #77
    m5ex9oqjawdg2i
    Closed Accounts Posts: 11,221 ✭✭✭✭m5ex9oqjawdg2i


    Why is it limited to drop bars only?


  • #78
    Bikerbhoy
    Registered Users Posts: 1,093 ✭✭✭Bikerbhoy


    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


  • #79
    m5ex9oqjawdg2i
    Closed Accounts Posts: 11,221 ✭✭✭✭m5ex9oqjawdg2i


    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.


  • #80
    Weepsie
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 19,812 Mod ✭✭✭✭Weepsie


    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


  • #81
    smacl
    Moderators, Society & Culture Moderators Posts: 15,706 Mod ✭✭✭✭smacl


    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.


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  • #82
    m5ex9oqjawdg2i
    Closed Accounts Posts: 11,221 ✭✭✭✭m5ex9oqjawdg2i


    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.


  • #83
    wanderer 22
    Registered Users, Subscribers Posts: 2,131 ✭✭✭wanderer 22


    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 ;)


  • #84
    QueensGael
    Registered Users Posts: 694 ✭✭✭QueensGael


    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.


  • #85
    m5ex9oqjawdg2i
    Closed Accounts Posts: 11,221 ✭✭✭✭m5ex9oqjawdg2i


    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 ;)


  • #86
    wanderer 22
    Registered Users, Subscribers Posts: 2,131 ✭✭✭wanderer 22


    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.


  • #87
    m5ex9oqjawdg2i
    Closed Accounts Posts: 11,221 ✭✭✭✭m5ex9oqjawdg2i


    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.


  • #88
    quozl
    Registered Users Posts: 3,308 ✭✭✭quozl


    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.


  • #89
    Harrybelafonte
    Closed Accounts Posts: 6,450 ✭✭✭Harrybelafonte


    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.


  • #90
    BenEadir
    Registered Users Posts: 4,539 ✭✭✭BenEadir


    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%


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  • #91
    m5ex9oqjawdg2i
    Closed Accounts Posts: 11,221 ✭✭✭✭m5ex9oqjawdg2i


    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.


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