Rene
Hello, ive been wanting to start biking but not sure if i should.. I broke my leg and injured my knee 2 years ago and i have knee pain, can't realy run without pain, so ive been looking into biking, and was wondering if its recommended, and what kind of bike i should get or what kind of training>? Thankss
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rene
I had a tib / fib and cracked my knee in 21 spots (a long story). I have always ridden a bike, and rode competitively in college. The bike is a natural for you, you can get the cardio in with very low impact. But you need to learn the proper techniques of spinning (pedal technique) and gear shifting.
While it is low impact, you can 'feel' the pain when going up hills (at least I do), but flat land you can go forever at a competitive speed. I would suggest that you look at a good quality Hybrid bike made by Trek, Specialized, Cannondale or Giant. You want a good pair of cycling shorts (either road or mtn bike) a jersey, and a helmet.
I suggest you ask around and find a bike group, club , or friends to start you off, Please also use this forum to ask any questions that you may have. In or area many churches have riding groups. ANd any local bike shop can give you details on local cycle clubs.
I might also suggest you learn about liquid advil to take the edge of the pre and post ride discomfort.... and a product called Salanpas pain patches. You can get them over the counter, dirt cheap, at your local pharmacy (better deal at costco). You gotta try them. The green box is great and has worked for me for twenty years. They just came out with 'Arthritus' and 'Pain" patches as well. Twice as strong, but twice the price. A great product!
Good luck!
Soccerref
rene
I had a tib / fib and cracked my knee in 21 spots (a long story). I have always ridden a bike, and rode competitively in college. The bike is a natural for you, you can get the cardio in with very low impact. But you need to learn the proper techniques of spinning (pedal technique) and gear shifting.
While it is low impact, you can 'feel' the pain when going up hills (at least I do), but flat land you can go forever at a competitive speed. I would suggest that you look at a good quality Hybrid bike made by Trek, Specialized, Cannondale or Giant. You want a good pair of cycling shorts (either road or mtn bike) a jersey, and a helmet.
I suggest you ask around and find a bike group, club , or friends to start you off, Please also use this forum to ask any questions that you may have. In or area many churches have riding groups. ANd any local bike shop can give you details on local cycle clubs.
I might also suggest you learn about liquid advil to take the edge of the pre and post ride discomfort.... and a product called Salanpas pain patches. You can get them over the counter, dirt cheap, at your local pharmacy (better deal at costco). You gotta try them. The green box is great and has worked for me for twenty years. They just came out with 'Arthritus' and 'Pain" patches as well. Twice as strong, but twice the price. A great product!
Good luck!
Soccerref
Trek, Specialized, Giant or Cannondale Hybrid?
vablue
Which is the best for the money?
Answer
Well I work at a place where we sell Specialized, so I'm biased a little. But ride all 4, in the same day, checking for the same things on every bike. The thing about bicycles is that the components that make the biggest ride difference(drivetrain, brakes, suspension, ect.) are made by somebody else and they are availible with whatever brand you want, the difference lies in frame geometry and materials. Everyone is different, everyone rides different. So figure out which bikes are in your price range, pick a sunny saturday or sunday and go bike shopping. Pick whatever feels best. Most brands/bike shops will offer a lifetime warranty on the frame, if they don't consider going somewhere else, and if you keep your bike tuned, regardless of brand, the parts will last a really long time(unless you ride real hard but that doesn't happen to too many hybrids).
Don't forget wear a helmet, it'll could save your life. Ride on
Well I work at a place where we sell Specialized, so I'm biased a little. But ride all 4, in the same day, checking for the same things on every bike. The thing about bicycles is that the components that make the biggest ride difference(drivetrain, brakes, suspension, ect.) are made by somebody else and they are availible with whatever brand you want, the difference lies in frame geometry and materials. Everyone is different, everyone rides different. So figure out which bikes are in your price range, pick a sunny saturday or sunday and go bike shopping. Pick whatever feels best. Most brands/bike shops will offer a lifetime warranty on the frame, if they don't consider going somewhere else, and if you keep your bike tuned, regardless of brand, the parts will last a really long time(unless you ride real hard but that doesn't happen to too many hybrids).
Don't forget wear a helmet, it'll could save your life. Ride on
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