Does anyone know anything about Mountain Bikes?

[SpursforSix]

How does that even work? I don't get it.

But seriously. It looks like you have to plank while you ride. Great for strengthening your core.

[SpursforSix]

Do his legs just stay up in the air? Is he just constantly pushing? What about downhill?

also, it looks like you have to keep your hands on the front wheel as they go around. Great for the triceps and forearms.

[I. Hustle]

I guess I just wouldn't want to look like a bag. You know that guy has to walk around all snotty and and tell everyone how it's the hottest thing right now. How pedals are for cavemen and the only way to ride is with a Buttesecks bike.

[SpursforSix]

I guess I just wouldn't want to look like a bag. You know that guy has to walk around all snotty and and tell everyone how it's the hottest thing right now. How pedals are for cavemen and the only way to ride is with a Buttesecks bike.

bag? No...it'd be cool. I think to properly ride the bike, you have to put some cardboard over it.
But I guess the real issue is that you'd be a colossal pain in the ass.

IH : Hey Les.
Les : Hey..what's up
IH : I was going to ride my bike today.
Les : uh huh
IH: Can you and Theo meet me downstairs to push me off?

[lebomb]

2010 Specialized Hardrock here. Great bike for about $400-$500.

[Thread]

But I still would like to take a ride on a quality bike.

That is the kid in ya.

He'll never die.

I bought one a few years ago. I took it for a ride and came to a secluded spot. From my pocket I took out a few cloths pins and a some baseball cards, and for a little while I was back 50 years ago.

[leemajors]

Well,thats why I dont plan on spending a lot. I already know theres a shelf life to it. But I still would like to take a ride on a quality bike. I work out 4-5 times a week and I do a combo workout. weights / cardio ect... But I cant do the excersize bike for more than 5 mins out of pure boredom. But I can do moderate to high pace on a treadmill for 15-30mins. I typically burn over 400 cals in 15mins. Anyways I just have this unfounded motivation to ride casually and maybe Ill get a decent burn off of it.

I have been riding 100+ miles a week for 6 years now, and it's really fun and not boring in the slightest. I can't stand stationary bikes.

[RGMCSE]

That is the kid in ya.

He'll never die.

I bought one a few years ago. I took it for a ride and came to a secluded spot. From my pocket I took out a few cloths pins and a some baseball cards, and for a little while I was back 50 years ago.

Im not gonna lie thread,your spot on. All of a sudden I have this urge to go ride a bike and enjoy. But I really want the health benefits as well. Plus I've never had a midrange bike. The bikes i had were always second hand or from a box store. I want something that will allow some comfort-ability.

[RGMCSE]

I have been riding 100+ miles a week for 6 years now, and it's really fun and not boring in the slightest. I can't stand stationary bikes.

Im hoping this is my scenario. I dont plan on riding as much as you do. But If i can get out 2-3 times a week Ill be happy. I cant stand the stationary bike either. Its like playing golf, I cant watch it but I enjoy playing it and being on the course. I want to enjoy the fresh air and get some wind outdoors.

[RGMCSE]

2010 Specialized Hardrock here. Great bike for about $400-$500.

That looks nice man, is it a road bike or hybrid?

[leemajors]

That looks nice man, is it a road bike or hybrid?

Hard Rocks are mountain bikes. I have a road bike and a mountain bike. I'd suggest going to a local bike shop that sells used bikes and just telling them what you are looking for, they should be able to help. I go to Austin Bike Farm in Austin, and they give me free tuneups/adjustments on the bikes I have purchased there.

[lebomb]

That looks nice man, is it a road bike or hybrid?

Mountain

[RGMCSE]

I'll be shopping around fellas. Appreciate it.

[I. Hustle]

I'll be shopping around fellas. Appreciate it.

Just buy one of SFS's Dilldoo bikes or one of his Buttesecks'. He's got a bunch of them.

[pgardn]

I have been riding 100+ miles a week for 6 years now, and it's really fun and not boring in the slightest. I can't stand stationary bikes.

Question to the experienced biker:

So, my hands hurt and my neck hurts after riding for 1.5 to 2 hrs. I take a couple of stops to shake it out, but still get those aches. I bike and swim so I can run more pain free. So I need to get this biking stuff worked out. I know I grip the handle bars hard. And I guess my neck stays in the same position too long?

What would you suggest I correct?

I ride an off road bike and really just try to pedal the whole time so I am breathing fairly heavily. Not as rigorous as running but I want the different workout. Biking seems to balance my quads out with my hammys. Hammys and calves get very strong in distance running and can pull things out of alignment. So biking is important, would just like to get rid of the hand and neck "clinching". Help. Help.

[I. Hustle]

Question to the experienced biker:

So, my hands hurt and my neck hurts after riding for 1.5 to 2 hrs. I take a couple of stops to shake it out, but still get those aches. I bike and swim so I can run more pain free. So I need to get this biking stuff worked out. I know I grip the handle bars hard. And I guess my neck stays in the same position too long?

What would you suggest I correct?

I ride an off road bike and really just try to pedal the whole time so I am breathing fairly heavily. Not as rigorous as running but I want the different workout. Biking seems to balance my quads out with my hammys. Hammys and calves get very strong in distance running and can pull things out of alignment. So biking is important, would just like to get rid of the hand and neck "clinching". Help. Help.

I'm glad you came to us for help. I am more than willing to provide some guidance and by the sound of it, you really need it. The first step is to just relax a little bit. Remember, you are riding to prolong your life and to enjoy your surroundings. What I like to do before each ride is get a bj or a handy. I know I know it sounds crazy but it works. Then what I'll do is put a little chicken grease on my wrists and my neck. This will help to get those juices flowing.

That's pre-ride prep. During my ride, I will lower my speed whilst passing women and gently pat them on the rear as I pass. Make sure you do this on both sides as this will give your hands some rest.

To relieve some of the pressure of my neck, I will listen to a mix of 80s and 90s music. This always causes me to head bob and sort of dance only using my head. This will strengthen your neck muscles plus it will show those ladies that you patted that you are just there to have fun and touching their rears was in no way assault.

[leemajors]

Question to the experienced biker:

So, my hands hurt and my neck hurts after riding for 1.5 to 2 hrs. I take a couple of stops to shake it out, but still get those aches. I bike and swim so I can run more pain free. So I need to get this biking stuff worked out. I know I grip the handle bars hard. And I guess my neck stays in the same position too long?

What would you suggest I correct?

I ride an off road bike and really just try to pedal the whole time so I am breathing fairly heavily. Not as rigorous as running but I want the different workout. Biking seems to balance my quads out with my hammys. Hammys and calves get very strong in distance running and can pull things out of alignment. So biking is important, would just like to get rid of the hand and neck "clinching". Help. Help.

There are a couple of things you could try. Obviously, you need to move your hands around to avoid that kind of pain/clenching. If you've never had it done, take the bike into a shop to have it adjusted to you - your seat/handlebars may be at the wrong height, and having the bike fitted can do a lot. A company named Ergon makes grips that can help a lot too, and they are around $30-$50:



I had some of these on an older mountain bike, and they helped a lot, spread the weight you are pressing a bit with to the heel of your hand, which helps reduce strain

My brother got a Jones Loop Bar, which he loves:



Generally, I prefer riding my road bike so I have more positions to move my hands around, greatly reducing strain. Helps with neck strain too.

[I. Hustle]

There are a couple of things you could try. Obviously, you need to move your hands around to avoid that kind of pain/clenching. If you've never had it done, take the bike into a shop to have it adjusted to you - your seat/handlebars may be at the wrong height, and having the bike fitted can do a lot. A company named Ergon makes grips that can help a lot too, and they are around $30-$50:



I had some of these on an older mountain bike, and they helped a lot, spread the weight you are pressing a bit with to the heel of your hand, which helps reduce strain

My brother got a Jones Loop Bar, which he loves:



Generally, I prefer riding my road bike so I have more positions to move my hands around, greatly reducing strain. Helps with neck strain too.

Thanks LM but I already covered it. Nice try but I am pretty sure my way is the way to go. Thanks

[pgardn]

There are a couple of things you could try. Obviously, you need to move your hands around to avoid that kind of pain/clenching. If you've never had it done, take the bike into a shop to have it adjusted to you - your seat/handlebars may be at the wrong height, and having the bike fitted can do a lot. A company named Ergon makes grips that can help a lot too, and they are around $30-$50:



I had some of these on an older mountain bike, and they helped a lot, spread the weight you are pressing a bit with to the heel of your hand, which helps reduce strain

My brother got a Jones Loop Bar, which he loves:



Generally, I prefer riding my road bike so I have more positions to move my hands around, greatly reducing strain. Helps with neck strain too.

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Ok good deal
Im taking these pictures to the bike shop. So apparently others have felt my pain. I'm not a bike guy so I was not sure what I was doing incorrEctly

[pgardn]

I'm glad you came to us for help. I am more than willing to provide some guidance and by the sound of it, you really need it. The first step is to just relax a little bit. Remember, you are riding to prolong your life and to enjoy your surroundings. What I like to do before each ride is get a bj or a handy. I know I know it sounds crazy but it works. Then what I'll do is put a little chicken grease on my wrists and my neck. This will help to get those juices flowing.

That's pre-ride prep. During my ride, I will lower my speed whilst passing women and gently pat them on the rear as I pass. Make sure you do this on both sides as this will give your hands some rest.

To relieve some of the pressure of my neck, I will listen to a mix of 80s and 90s music. This always causes me to head bob and sort of dance only using my head. This will strengthen your neck muscles plus it will show those ladies that you patted that you are just there to have fun and touching their rears was in no way assault.

Yeah I tried the above and spent a couple of years in the big house.