doubletrouble
Speeding Up
- Jan 14, 2008
- 96
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Hello,
I'm looking for advice on a couple of topics:
1. Fitness
I have only been cycling in Japan for the last couple of months and even though the maximum distance that I have done has been about 60km my arms and hands have tended to become very tired especially in comparison with other parts of my body. I don't know whether this is because I have my bike set up incorrectly i.e. seat either too high or too low, or its simply because my upper body strength isn't as good as my lower body. If so would something like swimming help?
2. Trails and routes
Does anyone know of any good cycle routes near to or around Hibarigaoka. Most of the time i have been up to Okutama or Tamako lake but was wondering if there are any more suitable trails for a mountain bike nearby (ideally within cycling distance or short train ride).
One day I will have to try and ride with the TCC but unfortunatly I don't often check when there is an upcoming event.
Many thanks
Penny
I'm looking for advice on a couple of topics:
1. Fitness
I have only been cycling in Japan for the last couple of months and even though the maximum distance that I have done has been about 60km my arms and hands have tended to become very tired especially in comparison with other parts of my body. I don't know whether this is because I have my bike set up incorrectly i.e. seat either too high or too low, or its simply because my upper body strength isn't as good as my lower body. If so would something like swimming help?
2. Trails and routes
Does anyone know of any good cycle routes near to or around Hibarigaoka. Most of the time i have been up to Okutama or Tamako lake but was wondering if there are any more suitable trails for a mountain bike nearby (ideally within cycling distance or short train ride).
One day I will have to try and ride with the TCC but unfortunatly I don't often check when there is an upcoming event.
Many thanks
Penny