Some of you may have read my post last week about the issues I had with my new bike last week. The good news is that I have a brand spanking new replacement – well done Halfords on this front.
However, I wasn’t exactly ecstatic at the customer service I received from them when trying to resolve the fact that their shoddy attempt at building my bike lead to a potentially very dangerous incident for me. Continue reading
This beautiful long weekend has been lovely. For a variety of reasons: 5 days off work, catching up with old friends, sunny weather, relaxing and a little bit of cycling! All in all I am sad to be returning to work in the morning.
The first non-London ride
OK that picture is a little misleading as I didn’t quite cycle to Old Harry’s rocks on the Dorset close, but it was part of the same trip visiting friends! I didn’t manage to take any pictures on my ride, so thought this was a good substitute.
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Wow. This new bike comes with one uncomfortable saddle. Seriously sore after only 15 or so miles yesterday even wearing padded tights (in the freezing cold!). Extra pain on the commute to work- poorly finished tarmac is not my friend!
Never had this problem with my leisure saddle on old rusty, but that saddle is just not suitable for the racing frame. So I need a new one. Anyone have any suggestions on what I should look for in a new seat? Female opinions particularly welcome!
Training wheels... again 