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/fit/ I'm really interested in cycling, but all I have is my dad's 10-speed, a Sekai 2000 (Pic is of 1000). I'd really like to know what is on the professional's road bikes that makes them so capable of going a constant 25mph, and what I'd have to pay in order to do so. I'm sure physical capability plays into it, but this bike can only hit that speed if I'm going all-out, or down-hill. Is the speed -that- physically related?
>> Anonymous
>>363420
It -seems- about 15lbs. I can swing it around above my head effortlessly it's so damn light.
>> Anonymous
>>363414

endurance training will help you get longer sessions on the bike
>> Anonymous
>>363424
It might be high teens, 19, maybe 20. Once you start getting down to the 15lb figures, prices go up exponentially, and there are very few ways to achieve that weight without being fully carbon fiber. But there's no doubt in my mind it's probably a light bike. What type of components is it running?
>> Anonymous
Any diet suggestions for endurance/leg/cardio training?

>>363433

No clue...
>> Anonymous
>>363441
What type of shape are you in right now?
>> Anonymous
>>363448

See

>>363414

I've been riding this bike for a couple months now almost every day, at least 2 miles every trip. I've made about two or three -big- trips in the middle of the night to relieve stress, including one 36-mile trip that took about three hours (Although I wasn't quite going all out), and one that was about 10 miles in an hour (Again, not quite all out). Both were through numerous hills.

I purchased a bike-computer to help monitor my speed and distance traveled, but I've yet to get it installed for about two weeks now since my friend, who's car I left it it, is being a DARK ONE and being too lazy to return it.

I suppose I could ride my bike the five miles to get it...
>> Anonymous
>>363457
Um...every time you hop on the bike you should be doing at least 10 mi. Get your cyclometer, and monitor your cadence. If it doesn't come with a cadence meter, return it. Keep it above 80. Get some clipless pedals, and shoes too. It makes all the difference. Converts the power stroke from 180 to 360.
>> RanceArmstrung Anonymous
Uh, also I'm going to now be using this tripcode so you know who's giving you suggestions. Make it a bit easier on everyone.
>> Anonymous
>>363470
Hm, I don't even know what that is, but that's what research is for. I suppose I should upgrade to the fancy one for ten more dollars.

And, I -know- I go at -least- 10 mph constantly, if not, about 15-17. I used to have a meter, but it died after the lack of use through three years. I got the same model, since it did so well for me. Was a basic Schwinn meter; tripometer, odometer, speedometer, average speed, time... I think that was it... The new one's SILVER though. :D
>> Anonymous
>>363470
if you require a cadence meter to figure out the rate you are pedaling at you are a retard
>> Anonymous
>>363490
Have you ever ridden a bike before?
If so, you're a fucking dumbass. If you can count 112 cadence, I'll be extremely impressed, then look for your cadence meter.
>> Anonymous
OP Bump for diet and exercise suggestions.