In June, myself and two others plan on cycling the London to Brighton bike ride, and today was the first proper time I got on the bike that I will be using.
(Here is a bit more about what we will be doing and why... http://youtu.be/_tt1vDw37fU )
I've decided, already, that I don't like it.
The bike wheel is not much wider than my middle finger so I feel so unbalanced. My hands are also too small to reach the breaks properly so stopping easily, is proving difficult. Also it's not the most comfortable of things. I'd choose my sofa over the saddle any day! I'm so glad I have padded shorts!!
After 14 years of skiing, I have developed quite a good sense of balance and a love of going fast, but this just isn't the same.
Hopefully, I will be able to overcome this soon with a bit more practice, but I have to be quick in getting confident riding on this thin metal frame as there is only 11 weeks to go until the event.
Well, at least I look kind of sexy I'm my cycling gear!! (Boys, form an orderly queue!)
Anyway, thanks to whoever has already given us sponsorship! It's much appreciated!
Lots of love xx
