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[SvennoJ]

ReimTime said:

SvennoJ said:
I managed to get out for a long ride today, 75km in 3 hours on the dot. Perfect day, max 10km/h wind, 23 degrees full sun. I followed the Grand River up to Kitchener along the trails, back by road. All terrain route from rocky boulder paths to 4 lane highway and plenty hills along the way. The muscles above my knee started cramping on the way back, I guess I got behind on my water intake, more water and a sweet & salty snack helped.

Summer is the best. Traffic lights are the devil though. Suddenly having to stop with no further cooling from the wind it only takes 30 seconds to effectively go blind... Helmet for safety, as long as you keep moving lol. Always fun crossing a huge intersection with salt burning your eyes!

What kind of bike do you have?

The brakes almost went out on mine while cycling down a veerrrryy steep hill. I said a quick prayer to Brodin though, and all was well.

Well it started out as a specialized cross roads bike.

Pretty much everything has been replaced on it over the years except the seat and frame. Currently it has SR Suntour front suspension and 700 x 45c K-Race Pro wheels, very smooth ride. It's a perfect hybrid for road and trails. I broke the frame of my previous bike on the trail, this one is holding out well. I spend about $300-$400 a year on maintenance, for up to 3000 km a year on it.

Always check your brakes :) I sometimes forget to lock the brake cable back in after taking the wheel out to patch a flat along the way. Not a nice feeling when nothing happens when you press the brakes, good thing there are 2. Quick brake check before a steep hill is always a good idea.