It just gives me such joy. And I’m not fast, but I’m so good at it.
Just loaded my bike in the car – heading into the valley to do a double century tomorrow. It sounds nuts, but I love pushing my limits.
hashpot666 on
Fresh air in my face and subsequently my mental health
Former-Republic5896 on
I love beautiful bikes (like yours) but for god sakes, take a proper picture!
1. drivetrain side out
2. crank at 3 ‘o clock position or sloped to align with the seat stay
3. valves at 12 ‘o clock (or at least in the same position for the front and the rear wheels)
4. No water bottle or (gawd) saddle bag in the photo.
/j and /nj
cycledanuk on
The freedom, being out in the fresh air even when it’s cold and raining, the fitness and sense of accomplishment it brings to me.
AtomicHurricaneBob on
It gives me a place to get into and out of my head.
When i want to get into my head .. i hit the road. Me time for quiet contemplation.
When i want to get out of my head… I got the MTB trails. Me time for contemplating only how not to crash.
Respectively
hawaiianivan on
When I’m in that moment of effort, pushing up a slight hill, faster than I should, feeling strong, tucked down on the hoods, winding up the pace. Fuck yes.
mik8e111 on
I’m a casual cyclist so I’m not up to date about parts. What’s different about this bike that makes it better? Also i enjoy the idea of not seeing the brakes lines I have no idea what the correct term is. Is it really worth in the money the end. What does repair costs look like? I’m not trying to race, I’m more of a distance/speed guy. I currently have a diamondback haanjo
papaki72 on
It is freedom man! Pure freedom and all yours.
AnnualMoney6414 on
As others have said, it allows me to both get out and get into my head. If there’s a day where I need to vent/get out feelings/energy I can make my legs louder than my mind. Conversely, if there’s a day where I need to process stuff I can go to a trail/path that isn’t near traffic and get lost in my thoughts.
oneTallest on
I’m early middle age, and I realized my body wasn’t keeping up with the old ways I used to work out. That’s how I found cycling. I’m 6’8″, and when I was younger, I could never find a bike to fit me. Then a friend who is almost as tall got involved and helped me find a good fit. Now, it almost doesn’t seem fair to have so much fine while exercising! It really is that perfect combination of outdoors, solitude, exertion, and a good toy! I hope to be doing this for the next 40 years!
yeahboyeee1 on
Isn’t it really just a reason for us to confidently wear Lycra? That and cycling a lot helps me justify the ungodly amount of bakery treats I eat.
SugarNervous on
Transportation, freedom and exercise.
Diarmuid_ on
The freedom, peace and quiet, and positive impact on my mental health when I’m out on my own. And to sate my competitive edge and pump the endorphins when I’m racing
aafonn on
Oh man, great question, thank you for asking. For me it’s my bike, the rides, the speed, the flow, seeing more places, greeting people while riding (that for me this is a great plus, i love those encounters with micro nods and seeing smiles afterwards and why not yell some good remarks..), the effort , the distance i can travel, passing cars in a traffic jam (proving that a bike is way more suitable in a city), the shower after a ride and the cleaning and maintenance of the bike, it’s mechanics and just the fact that i am my own source of fuel and speed and that i can always improve it until i can’t move, i’ll forever peddle. Much love to all the riders out there!!!
Doschupacabras on
When I’m doing it regularly, I feel really great both physically and mentally and when I’m not it’s literally the opposite. I’m trying to get back but just moved to Madrid where traffic and bikes are a bad combo. I’m doing it anyway but feels dangerous.
MisterColour on
Cutting in between cars during rush hour. Fuck your gas powered personal AC unit
Dantanman123 on
Solo rides in peace. No impact, great for mind and body. Been on a bike of some sort for 55 years. Love steep, long climbs. People assume I’m on an e-bike. No chance until one day I absolutely have to.
tobilalas on
exercise, nature, digital detox, freedom, being in the zone to think, …..
Harm3103 on
The feeling of freedom! Being out in the fresh air, enjoying your surroundings but also speed through it with ease. On to the next town, bridge or dike.
Alarmed_Day_8516 on
Absolutely! Cycling isn’t just a hobby; it’s a lifestyle that sticks with you through thick and thin!
Gnascher on
I love cycling, but my fear of becoming road pizza by inattentive drivers (exacerbated by too may close calls) has killed my desire to ride my road bike any more.
I still mountain bike, but that’s not something I can do right from my front door, so not doing that as much as I’d like.
I went from riding >2K miles per year to virtually nothing because people can’t keep their noses out of their phones.
Tall_adhd17 on
Cycling calms down my ADHD brain. And cycling gave me an amazingly thin body
Lookshinythings on
It has provide me a sense of freedom since I five years old. I’ve always had a bike and I’ve ridden them daily.
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That is a sweet ride!
It just gives me such joy. And I’m not fast, but I’m so good at it.
Just loaded my bike in the car – heading into the valley to do a double century tomorrow. It sounds nuts, but I love pushing my limits.
Fresh air in my face and subsequently my mental health
I love beautiful bikes (like yours) but for god sakes, take a proper picture!
1. drivetrain side out
2. crank at 3 ‘o clock position or sloped to align with the seat stay
3. valves at 12 ‘o clock (or at least in the same position for the front and the rear wheels)
4. No water bottle or (gawd) saddle bag in the photo.
/j and /nj
The freedom, being out in the fresh air even when it’s cold and raining, the fitness and sense of accomplishment it brings to me.
It gives me a place to get into and out of my head.
When i want to get into my head .. i hit the road. Me time for quiet contemplation.
When i want to get out of my head… I got the MTB trails. Me time for contemplating only how not to crash.
Respectively
When I’m in that moment of effort, pushing up a slight hill, faster than I should, feeling strong, tucked down on the hoods, winding up the pace. Fuck yes.
I’m a casual cyclist so I’m not up to date about parts. What’s different about this bike that makes it better? Also i enjoy the idea of not seeing the brakes lines I have no idea what the correct term is. Is it really worth in the money the end. What does repair costs look like? I’m not trying to race, I’m more of a distance/speed guy. I currently have a diamondback haanjo
It is freedom man! Pure freedom and all yours.
As others have said, it allows me to both get out and get into my head. If there’s a day where I need to vent/get out feelings/energy I can make my legs louder than my mind. Conversely, if there’s a day where I need to process stuff I can go to a trail/path that isn’t near traffic and get lost in my thoughts.
I’m early middle age, and I realized my body wasn’t keeping up with the old ways I used to work out. That’s how I found cycling. I’m 6’8″, and when I was younger, I could never find a bike to fit me. Then a friend who is almost as tall got involved and helped me find a good fit. Now, it almost doesn’t seem fair to have so much fine while exercising! It really is that perfect combination of outdoors, solitude, exertion, and a good toy! I hope to be doing this for the next 40 years!
Isn’t it really just a reason for us to confidently wear Lycra? That and cycling a lot helps me justify the ungodly amount of bakery treats I eat.
Transportation, freedom and exercise.
The freedom, peace and quiet, and positive impact on my mental health when I’m out on my own. And to sate my competitive edge and pump the endorphins when I’m racing
Oh man, great question, thank you for asking. For me it’s my bike, the rides, the speed, the flow, seeing more places, greeting people while riding (that for me this is a great plus, i love those encounters with micro nods and seeing smiles afterwards and why not yell some good remarks..), the effort , the distance i can travel, passing cars in a traffic jam (proving that a bike is way more suitable in a city), the shower after a ride and the cleaning and maintenance of the bike, it’s mechanics and just the fact that i am my own source of fuel and speed and that i can always improve it until i can’t move, i’ll forever peddle. Much love to all the riders out there!!!
When I’m doing it regularly, I feel really great both physically and mentally and when I’m not it’s literally the opposite. I’m trying to get back but just moved to Madrid where traffic and bikes are a bad combo. I’m doing it anyway but feels dangerous.
Cutting in between cars during rush hour. Fuck your gas powered personal AC unit
Solo rides in peace. No impact, great for mind and body. Been on a bike of some sort for 55 years. Love steep, long climbs. People assume I’m on an e-bike. No chance until one day I absolutely have to.
exercise, nature, digital detox, freedom, being in the zone to think, …..
The feeling of freedom! Being out in the fresh air, enjoying your surroundings but also speed through it with ease. On to the next town, bridge or dike.
Absolutely! Cycling isn’t just a hobby; it’s a lifestyle that sticks with you through thick and thin!
I love cycling, but my fear of becoming road pizza by inattentive drivers (exacerbated by too may close calls) has killed my desire to ride my road bike any more.
I still mountain bike, but that’s not something I can do right from my front door, so not doing that as much as I’d like.
I went from riding >2K miles per year to virtually nothing because people can’t keep their noses out of their phones.
Cycling calms down my ADHD brain. And cycling gave me an amazingly thin body
It has provide me a sense of freedom since I five years old. I’ve always had a bike and I’ve ridden them daily.