Zaldabus
Warming-Up
- May 12, 2020
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Hi All!
Been wanting to get back into cycling for awhile and a few days ago I finally decided to bite the bullet and get myself a new set of wheels:
Colnago CRS, in addition to being the first new bike I've ever purchased this'll be the first carbon frame bike I've ever owned. I'm super excited that I'll be able to ride again soon if not a bit intimidated by all the extra things it seems I need to be aware of handling a carbon bike. I'd love to hear any good advice you may have in regards to appropriate carbon care and handling.
I officially pickup my bike on the 25th, this coming Monday. In the meantime I've been gearing up on all things cycle and a friend of mine pointed me to this community.
I was wondering, how do people here plan out their bike routes? Having dealt with the overly aggressive cars, other bikes, and pedestrians on the streets of NYC I'm not afraid to get out there but unlike the relatively grid-like streets of Manhattan it doesn't seem like there's any clear paths in Tokyo. Originally I figured I'd use Google Maps as a guide but it seems like the bike directions option doesn't work in Tokyo. I came across an app called Komoot that seems to do a decent job though I'm a bit annoyed that it seems you can't save specific locations for quick use. Anyone familiar with Komoot or have other suggestions?
Also, any upcoming plans for a meetup? I'm sure things have been on hold for awhile with Corona Quarantine but with things warming up and with the pandemic waning away for now I was hoping to enjoy some rides with people more experienced with the terrain. I'm currently based around the Harajuku/Omotesando area but don't mind going out a bit for something.
Been wanting to get back into cycling for awhile and a few days ago I finally decided to bite the bullet and get myself a new set of wheels:
Colnago CRS, in addition to being the first new bike I've ever purchased this'll be the first carbon frame bike I've ever owned. I'm super excited that I'll be able to ride again soon if not a bit intimidated by all the extra things it seems I need to be aware of handling a carbon bike. I'd love to hear any good advice you may have in regards to appropriate carbon care and handling.
I officially pickup my bike on the 25th, this coming Monday. In the meantime I've been gearing up on all things cycle and a friend of mine pointed me to this community.
I was wondering, how do people here plan out their bike routes? Having dealt with the overly aggressive cars, other bikes, and pedestrians on the streets of NYC I'm not afraid to get out there but unlike the relatively grid-like streets of Manhattan it doesn't seem like there's any clear paths in Tokyo. Originally I figured I'd use Google Maps as a guide but it seems like the bike directions option doesn't work in Tokyo. I came across an app called Komoot that seems to do a decent job though I'm a bit annoyed that it seems you can't save specific locations for quick use. Anyone familiar with Komoot or have other suggestions?
Also, any upcoming plans for a meetup? I'm sure things have been on hold for awhile with Corona Quarantine but with things warming up and with the pandemic waning away for now I was hoping to enjoy some rides with people more experienced with the terrain. I'm currently based around the Harajuku/Omotesando area but don't mind going out a bit for something.