wesley_r Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 (edited) Go flats. There's no shame in it. Clipping in isn't the "only" way, it's just "another" way. Sure, it's better in certain ways, but is it crucial? I don't think so. Edited June 19, 2012 by the_wes
Bateleur1 Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 Thanks......I am a old Tannie that decided to start cycling. Tried it in my lounge last nignt and nearly destroyed the fish tank. I don't want to laugh at your expense but any chance there was a webcam there to capture the moment. That sounds bloody funny
DawnyK28 Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 (edited) Hi - I am a new member - just saw your post. The first day I got cleats (Shimano PDM530 - can clip in on any side), I went to the MTN Bike Park...... And Fell off a bridge into a river... - however, they make a HUGE difference when you ride, and I got used to mine very quickly. Although sometimes I forget to unclip...... Edited June 19, 2012 by DawnyK28
Joe_Cogs Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 Hi - I am a new member - just saw your post. The first day I got cleats (Shimano PDM530 - can clip in on any side), I went to the MTN Bike Park...... And Fell off a bridge into a river... - however, they make a HUGE difference when you ride, and I got used to mine very quickly. Although sometimes I forget to unclip...... I have not got shoes yet (still new), but I have always wondered about MTN bike park and shoes. I love going there, but can't imagine wearing shoes for it as there are some hectic technical parts
Benjamin Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 Practice twisting your heel sideways and not lifting your foot. Always harder when on flat easy surfaces. Amazing how easily you clip out when in a tight tech spot on a trail before you tip and roll, without even thinking about it.
MONS Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 Just one small detail.... when in the process of falling down... do NOT , under any circumstances throw your body in one direction and the bike in another. with arms flailing........ just stop and hold your handle bars and let gravity do its job. Far less painful. I think. DawnyK28 and Warrior Princess 2
BLACKvoodoo Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 (edited) Just set the spring adjust to very loose, Your cleats will clip out easily enough.When you get the hang of it Tighten up. For get all this nonsense about riding on grass, that's for when you take your training wheels off girls... Edited June 19, 2012 by BLACKvoodoo
DawnyK28 Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 I have not got shoes yet (still new), but I have always wondered about MTN bike park and shoes. I love going there, but can't imagine wearing shoes for it as there are some hectic technical parts The bike park is technical, yet fun. I am very new to cycling. It's quite nerve wracking Only been doing it for 3 or so months. I have normaly Olympic shoes - R500.00 - But they're perfect for me
Bateleur1 Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 Just one small detail.... when in the process of falling down... do NOT , under any circumstances throw your body in one direction and the bike in another. with arms flailing........ just stop and hold your handle bars and let gravity do its job. Far less painful. I think. +1.
Wallee Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 I found Crank Brothers Eggbeater/Candy pedals are easier to unclip than Shimano style ones, even with the Shimano ones on the weakest setting. Unfortunately everybody falls over once or twice in the beginning.
Joe_Cogs Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 The bike park is technical, yet fun. I am very new to cycling. It's quite nerve wracking Only been doing it for 3 or so months. I have normaly Olympic shoes - R500.00 - But they're perfect for me R500? Where! Where! I am looking for a pair of shoes. Yeah, what I meant is I go to the bike park a lot. But with normal shoes... The angle grinder and zombie bird house is a lot easier with normal shoes But I have to invest in a pair of cycling shoes soon. Guess you'll be way ahead of me in learning how to use them!
Warrior Princess Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 Thanks......I am a old Tannie that decided to start cycling. Tried it in my lounge last nignt and nearly destroyed the fish tank. hahhaa....i'm so sorry for laughting, but i can see myself doing this ...destroying stuff while trying it out
Warrior Princess Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 also spinning in a gym with mtb shoes on helps with the confidence Um, i actually did 2x spinning classes with mtb shoes, and got stuck both times, didnt do much for my confidence as i am too scared to try the shoes again....i look like an idiot getting stuck everytime
Warrior Princess Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 Hi - I am a new member - just saw your post. The first day I got cleats (Shimano PDM530 - can clip in on any side), I went to the MTN Bike Park...... And Fell off a bridge into a river... - however, they make a HUGE difference when you ride, and I got used to mine very quickly. Although sometimes I forget to unclip...... bwaahahahaa.....this is too funny....into a river nogal
DawnyK28 Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 R500? Where! Where! I am looking for a pair of shoes. Yeah, what I meant is I go to the bike park a lot. But with normal shoes... The angle grinder and zombie bird house is a lot easier with normal shoes But I have to invest in a pair of cycling shoes soon. Guess you'll be way ahead of me in learning how to use them! Got mine from Sportsmans warehouse - I haven't been cycling for a while... And I've lost my cycle partner ! lol - so you'll have good time to catch up !
DawnyK28 Posted June 19, 2012 Posted June 19, 2012 (edited) bwaahahahaa.....this is too funny....into a river nogal Yeah... quite embaressing ! A guy drove past, asking if I actually FELL in there.... My initial response was going to be "nope... just fishing !" Edited June 19, 2012 by DawnyK28
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