Mountain Biking
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It's a hidden gem, great game!
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yeah, it's a good little game. I also tried Descenders on Xbox Pass and it's nowhere near as fun.
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you really do get what you pay for... cheap jackets are either bad at keeping water out or aren't breathable, so you sweat so much you're just as wet...What winter trousers & jacket do you guys wear? so much rain lately i haven't done any cyclingmy current rain coat is not very breathable
I've used a Altura Mayhem 2 jacket for 5-6 years now and it's been amazing - out this morning and still waterproof while being breathable. But, I think it's a few seasons old so no longer available.
My Endura MT500 shorts have lost their waterproofness (as I found out this morning), so I could do with a new pair of shorts/trousers myself... (but, tbh, shorts get a LOT more abuse and washing than jackets, so it's understandable their life is shorter).
I guess it all depends on how much you're planning to ride in rain and thus how much you can justify on decent gear... I think Gore do decent stuff, but you're paying a premium there...
https://www.mbr.co.uk/buyers_guide/best-waterproof-mountain-bike-jackets-337470
https://www.mbr.co.uk/buyers_guide/best-mountain-bike-trousers-393509
What winter trousers & jacket do you guys wear? so much rain lately i haven't done any cycling
Breathable + waterproof = £££.
I got a MTR recently, and it's awesome so breathable but deffo isn't keeping you dry in a downpour. But I can fit it in my bumbag, so I love it.
I've got a MT500 jacket due to arrive today... looked at a few alternatives and nothing really comes close to the breathablity to be honest which is the most important to me.
Waterproofness is much of a muchness over a certain rating... I managed to pick up the MT500 jacket pretty cheap as it's the previous model compared to the recently released new one so waterproofness is slightly lower (18000 v 20000 - which is not going to make any real world difference) and breathability is actually higher by some margin (64000 v 40000).
I toyed with getting a MTR shell as it's something that will quite easily go in a hydration pack... but wanted something for the colder weather so opted for the MT500.
Waterproofness is much of a muchness over a certain rating... I managed to pick up the MT500 jacket pretty cheap as it's the previous model compared to the recently released new one so waterproofness is slightly lower (18000 v 20000 - which is not going to make any real world difference) and breathability is actually higher by some margin (64000 v 40000).
I toyed with getting a MTR shell as it's something that will quite easily go in a hydration pack... but wanted something for the colder weather so opted for the MT500.
The best voted trousers there (the Fox) I'd stay away from personally. I've seen lots of people say the fabric is terrible and is not waterproof after only 2 rides.
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Just ordered some MT500 waterproof trousers from Leisure Lakes after getting soaked yesterday
I've got the same jacket, managed to get it for £110 in the sale last Dec/Jan. Very happy with it, it's been fantastic. I didn't bother with the full length trousers, i got a pair of MT500 waterproof shorts and some waterproof socks, with some layers and padded shorts its kept me warm and dry over the winter riding i've done including snow/ice rides.
Why an ebike?
Its fixed my knee pain completely. Best thing I've ever bought!
I don't just mean I can bike without knee pain, I no longer have it.
I don't mind admitting I basically cried after having it a couple of days and I felt better than I had in 2 years
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Oh wow. Could it not be the improved riding position / bike setup of the new bike though rather than the electric assistance??
I get knee pain too if really hammering the bike in awkward positions which is all to do with bike setup/positioning...
Not saying that it's not the electric assistance just playing devils advocate from my own experiences.
I get knee pain too if really hammering the bike in awkward positions which is all to do with bike setup/positioning...
Not saying that it's not the electric assistance just playing devils advocate from my own experiences.
I think it's a bit of everything.
So, the knee pain wasn't caused by cycling.
When I was on my racing bike (after a year of not using it) it actually hurt my knees. I assumed it was the force I applied to the pedals going up steep hills.
I assumed the ebike helped as it 'flattens the hills'.
But yes. It could well be position too. The mtb has a bigger frame..
After 2 rides that constant annoying pain was just gone.
Had x-rays and apparently no loss of cartilage. So no official diagnosis. But remedy is always 'physio' which has been very hit and miss.
Genuinely thought that was my life, constant knee pain and eventually replacement, but this has at least put that off for (hopefully) a long time
So this bike is as close to a miracle as you can get. For me anyway.
Below is a pic of my miracle bike
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because they are the best thing ever! so much fun - faster n farther will never go back
I'm exploring places I'd never have gotten to before. If I get lost i don't have to worry about having enough strength or endurance to get home.
I also use it more because its more fun and easier.
Also. If you really want a hard ride. You can turn the motor off.
Ill never go back
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What winter trousers & jacket do you guys wear? so much rain lately i haven't done any cycling
I don't bother, I'm sweating anyway, the rain just makes it nicer.
I think it's a bit of everything.
So, the knee pain wasn't caused by cycling.
When I was on my racing bike (after a year of not using it) it actually hurt my knees. I assumed it was the force I applied to the pedals going up steep hills.
I assumed the ebike helped as it 'flattens the hills'.
But yes. It could well be position too. The mtb has a bigger frame..
After 2 rides that constant annoying pain was just gone.
Had x-rays and apparently no loss of cartilage. So no official diagnosis. But remedy is always 'physio' which has been very hit and miss.
Genuinely thought that was my life, constant knee pain and eventually replacement, but this has at least put that off for (hopefully) a long time
So this bike is as close to a miracle as you can get. For me anyway.
Below is a pic of my miracle bike
My mate has the same bike and hes followed me down some strong red routes and a couple blacks; his gripe is the seat post doesnt really go much lower than that without having to chop it, which means he can't upgrade to a dropper post. He's also had to replace a few parts as they've took a battering in the samll time he's had it following me down routes he probably shouldn't be doing
His knee problems have gone too but I think that was more down to riding a medium frame before. E-Bikes will help as they reduce the force on your knees whilst keeping them moving. I used to have bad knees when I overstressed them until I rode more and more and now I don't get bad knees at all even on big rides (non-ebike user).
I also have Glucosamine and Chondroitin 500mg/400mg High Strength Complex from amazon that I forget to take and only really used/remembered when I got a flare up, which relived it within a day or two