2023 - Our Rides in Words, Photos, Maps and Videos

[Stefan Mikes]

Rab, there are many issues with Wahoo ELEMNT computers after the last firmware update...

I have stopped posting my rides to RWGPS because you would be surprised my latest ride was 145 mile long (it was 72.5 miles but Wahoo doubled the distance!)

 

[RabH]

Rab, there are many issues with Wahoo ELEMNT computers after the last firmware update...

I have stopped posting my rides to RWGPS because you would be surprised my latest ride was 145 mile long (it was 72.5 miles but Wahoo doubled the distance!)

My distance was correct today as my evo display recorded the same distance but eveything else seemed to be a bit haywire, I hope they supply a fix soon!

 

[dodgeman]

Rab, did I read that correctly, you ran two vehicles off the road?

I road 28 miles today and was surprised I had nearly 1000 feet of elevation gain. I wonder how accurate that is sometimes. I road to the nearby town of Good Hope. A picture of their old jail, a nice barn and a bench mark. About 4 years ago I worked on a wind farm in this area and I used this bench mark for the project. It’s good for horizontal coordinates and elevation.

 

[Chargeride]

So I revisited my Coniston climb on the hub drive, expecting mechanical carnage.
I was pleasantly surprised.
The start.

Im usually very wary of cows with their calves, so I decided on the new approach of riding straight at them.
It worked like a charm

Nearly ran over a hiker as she suddenly decided to she wanted to be on the otherside of the gap just as I got close.

I did it all in 30 second bursts, but the hub can really devour the hill in that time, just gets very hot, it actually out performed the bbshd at times.

This actually very high up and next to a huge drop, the gopro wide lens makes it look someones back garden

Obligatory pretty girl in completely unsuitable clothes, awful behaviour, I do hope it catches on.

So yes, it did very well and took me to the top with minimal effort, the only issue is I had to go faster to keep it out of heat producing slow speed.
The only fix for that is an even smaller back wheel.

The fat tyres actually deal with this loose rubble very well and I scooted back down with ease.
The only downside of the day is I left my backpack in a cafe, just a cheap one with a few cheap tools.
But Ive decided its the first step towards a home for the confused.

All in a great day and a lucky break in the torrential rain we are still having.
Off to Mundesley in Norfolk tomorrow for a week, which is basically Englands pigs ass on the map.
Taking the bike, but it will probably rain all week.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

I road 28 miles today and was surprised I had nearly 1000 feet of elevation gain. I wonder how accurate that is sometimes.

David, you are a Strava user. Just get "inside" your ride on Strava. Find an options menu (it is the "hamburger menu" on a computer), and click Correct Elevation (a similar option is available in the Strava app). After a short while and refreshing the page, you will see the elevation gain corrected by Strava Maps. (You can always Revert Elevation).

For instance, Wahoo reported the elevation gain of my latest ride as 361 m (1,180 ft) but Strava corrected that to 475 m (1,560 ft) and I am inclined to trust Strava Maps.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

Outstanding pictures, @Chargeride!

 

[Prairie Dog]

It was already 27 C by the time we started our ride this morning but a light breeze blowing from the south made it rather tolerable. I decided to slow my pace a little and save some energy for a planned ride in the afternoon on the local trails.

A good mornin’ to you too. Virtually every cyclist who we encounter is likely to give a familiar nod, wave, smile or even utter a friendly hello. That doesn’t apply to motorists some of who can be darn right rude which includes being intentionally coal rolled yesterday by a local yahoo in his beater pickup as we made our way home.

Wipeout is one of three LBS that cater to the cycling community and it just so happens that they are the only Specialized dealer in town. Like most other shops here, they switch to ski service in the winter. The husband and wife duo continue to have a loyal following even after a larger out-of-town competitor opened up shop just blocks away.

When my better half assumes the tuck position, you can bet that she usually means business.

After a lunch it was time to hit the local trails but I decided that it was way too hot out to ride them all and only completed three of five. 30 minutes into the ride it felt like Hades and I headed straight for the forest singles where I knew there would be shelter from the blazing sun.

View atop the bluff on the Bench Trail.

This fellow near the shoreline had the right idea as he and his pup were taking full advantage of the cooling waters of the river.

An aerial view of Three Mile Bend, the surrounding parkland and beyond. It’s also home to a large dog park and a great system of walking trails/bike paths.

Exiting the Bench Trail and a usual stopover at this no name pond.

A bit further to go before crossing the span over to the other side of the river and eventually making my way over to the Pines singletrack.

I glanced across the road over at the entrance to the local MTB park but it was just way too hot out to even consider riding it today.

My final run in the Pines before pushing off towards home.

Nothing beats rafting or kayaking down the river on a hot summer day.

 

[Jeremy McCreary]

Im usually very wary of cows with their calves, so I decided on the new approach of riding straight at them.
It worked like a charm

Beautiful ride! When the road's empty and not too steep, traction's good, and you can see oncoming traffic far ahead, this maneuver also works well with off-leash dogs taking too much interest.

Go to the far opposite side of the road, speed up, and head straight for the dog. The dog may bark like crazy, but it will usually stay put. Then veer off the collision course as late as possible and at the sharpest possible angle.

By the time the dog regroups, you'll be too far past it to be caught.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

My distance was correct today as my evo display recorded the same distance but eveything else seemed to be a bit haywire, I hope they supply a fix soon!

You probably do not connect your Wahoo to your Giant e-bike?

 

[dodgeman]

David, you are a Strava user. Just get "inside" your ride on Strava. Find an options menu (it is the "hamburger menu" on a computer), and click Correct Elevation (a similar option is available in the Strava app). After a short while and refreshing the page, you will see the elevation gain corrected by Strava Maps. (You can always Revert Elevation).

For instance, Wahoo reported the elevation gain of my latest ride as 361 m (1,180 ft) but Strava corrected that to 475 m (1,560 ft) and I am inclined to trust Strava Maps.

I’m not sure but I don’t see a correct elevation option. I’m using the free version I wonder if that’s why?

 

[DiggyGun]

Today, I combined two local cycle paths into one and cycled to Milton Keynes, back and then Buckingham.

Not our usual standards, but this was my picnic for today.

DG…

 

[Stefan Mikes]

I’m not sure but I don’t see a correct elevation option. I’m using the free version I wonder if that’s why?

It is "Adjust elevation" in the smartphone app.

 

[RabH]

You probably do not connect your Wahoo to your Giant e-bike?

There is no way to connect them and I wouldn't want to anyway if there was, I'm happy to have them work independently!

 

[DaveMatthews]

It was already 27 C by the time we started our ride this morning but a light breeze blowing from the south made it rather tolerable. I decided to slow my pace a little and save some energy for a planned ride in the afternoon on the local trails.

A good mornin’ to you too. Virtually every cyclist who we encounter is likely to give a familiar nod, wave, smile or even utter a friendly hello. That doesn’t apply to motorists some of who can be darn right rude which includes being intentionally coal rolled yesterday by a local yahoo in his beater pickup as we made our way home.

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Wipeout is one of three LBS that cater to the cycling community and it just so happens that they are the only Specialized dealer in town. Like most other shops here, they switch to ski service in the winter. The husband and wife duo continue to have a loyal following even after a larger out-of-town competitor opened up shop just blocks away.

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When my better half assumes the tuck position, you can bet that she usually means business.

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After a lunch it was time to hit the local trails but I decided that it was way too hot out to ride them all and only completed three of five. 30 minutes into the ride it felt like Hades and I headed straight for the forest singles where I knew there would be shelter from the blazing sun.

View atop the bluff on the Bench Trail.

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This fellow near the shoreline had the right idea as he and his pup were taking full advantage of the cooling waters of the river.

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An aerial view of Three Mile Bend, the surrounding parkland and beyond. It’s also home to a large dog park and a great system of walking trails/bike paths.

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Exiting the Bench Trail and a usual stopover at this no name pond.

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A bit further to go before crossing the span over to the other side of the river and eventually making my way over to the Pines singletrack.

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I glanced across the road over at the entrance to the local MTB park but it was just way too hot out to even consider riding it today.

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My final run in the Pines before pushing off towards home.

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Nothing beats rafting or kayaking down the river on a hot summer day.

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Glorious!
I haven't been coal rolled... yet... But I've had numerous asshats come WAAAAYYYY too close to me for absolutely no reason. What are these idiots missing in their lives that makes them think that it's "fun" or something?

 

[dodgeman]

It is "Adjust elevation" in the smartphone app.

Stefan my menu looks identical except there is no adjust elevation choice.

 

[dodgeman]

I rode 16 miles and took a picture of an old church bell on display outside the church and some more old farm implements landscaping.

 

[Prairie Dog]

Glorious!
I haven't been coal rolled... yet... But I've had numerous asshats come WAAAAYYYY too close to me for absolutely no reason. What are these idiots missing in their lives that makes them think that it's "fun" or something?

They seem to grow on trees out here but I have to admit that’s the first time I’ve been a victimized while on a bike. A blatantly crude and obnoxious act and these knuckle dragging morons have absolutely no concern or respect for others who share the road, in particular cyclists. Like you, we’ve also had a few close calls with drivers who don’t allow for sufficient side margins even when there is clearly an open stretch of road ahead of them.

 

[Stefan Mikes]

There is no way to connect them and I wouldn't want to anyway if there was, I'm happy to have them work independently!

Newer Giant e-bikes can. Just saying!

Stefan my menu looks identical except there is no adjust elevation choice.

Perhaps because yours is an iPhone app. Did you try it on a computer?

 

[Jeremy McCreary]

Glorious!
I haven't been coal rolled... yet... But I've had numerous asshats come WAAAAYYYY too close to me for absolutely no reason. What are these idiots missing in their lives that makes them think that it's "fun" or something?

First, what does "coal rolled" mean?

Second, I've never been run off the road, but cars and especially pickup trucks coming too close for comfort are all too common. They enter my bike lane or the painted buffer to its left not far behind me and veer out again just past me.

This isn't just random weaving. I usually don't see it happen again once they're past. But are they consciously trying to buzz me? Some, maybe.

But some drivers just tend to go where they look — especially when not fully engaged at the wheel. And when they're looking at me, they drift in my direction. Distracted drivers are everywhere now.

 

[dodgeman]

Rolling coal is from a diesel truck. They often tune them or even put a switch in to over fuel them and make a big cloud of smoke.

Im lucky I guess, once in a while I feel someone doesn’t give me enough space but it’s never been a close call. A lot of my rides are on rural roads and very low traffic.