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How many of you bicycle, be it commute or hobby? What tips would you give to be safe on road? I've taken it up (again) recently as a hobby and am thoroughly enjoying it - want to make sure Mumbai's traffic doesn't kill me.
 
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Helmet, jacket.
Water
Tailight so you're visible
Serviced cycle
Wheelie. JK

Are you using any band, watch, app to track your workout?
 
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Viper_ said:
Helmet, jacket.
Water
Tailight so you're visible
Serviced cycle
Wheelie. JK

Are you using any band, watch, app to track your workout?
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Except Jacket and Wheelie, all checked!

Also yes, Mi Band 5 is connected to Apple Health app. Strava too is connected to Apple Health. Wbu?
 
I use amazefit watch to track. Do you have a company? It's more engaging with a company when I go alone as soon as I start panting I get done for the day thoughts.
 
Don't you guys worry about the pollution? I'd be more worried about pollution than getting hit by other vehicles.
 
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Don't you guys worry about the pollution? I'd be more worried about pollution than getting hit by other vehicles.
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I wear one of those tube like cloths (from decathlon) over my nose to neck area. Not sure what it's called. Stops a bit of pollution. Plus the area I stay in has decent AQI levels.

No man, getting hit by another vehicle is definitely worse
 
I am in Bangalore, and cycle once a week, mostly Sunday. Do more running through the week.
Riding in traffic is no fun, although I have ridden a lot in Mumbai traffic when I started riding. Here are my two bits:

  • Watch out for two/three wheelers from the wrong side, and BEST buses! Those are the biggest hazards IMO. (In Bangalore it is the wrong side riders and school buses/tempo travellers).
  • Also, rains are risky, as there is low visibility. Have tail light on during rains.
  • Make sure you ride in a straight line and use proper hand signals to indicate when you are changing lanes/turning.
  • Being comfortable riding with one hand while signalling (no stunts), and building a habit to look over your shoulder for incoming traffic was something I learnt.
  • You also get rear view mirrors these days. They can be helpful if you commute/ride in heavy traffic on highways.
  • Helmet is a must. Having a buddy is good too, in terms of safety.
  • If you are riding in the dark, head/tail lights, and reflector vests help you stay safe.

Hope it helps! Happy riding!
 
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200kg is very near to natural limits for an average joe who is training for 5-10 years.

But those you saw pushing 200 are juicing.
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200 isn't natural limits for intermediates. 200 as a 1RM ( proper form - ass to grass) is not really easy.

Also very very unfortunate but I have had 2 surgeries on my knee. The other knee too is ****ed up. Years of football and multiple ligament tears. The nickname comes from here, not the weightroom.
 
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Also very very unfortunate but I have had 2 surgeries on my knee. The other knee too is ****ed up. Years of football and multiple ligament tears. The nickname comes from here, not the weightroom.
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Oh damn. Ligaments injuries take a really long time to heal. I hope everything's okay now.
 
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Oh damn. Ligaments injuries take a really long time to heal. I hope everything's okay now.
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Sadly, it's not. I have stopped football altogether. No more contact sports / pivoting sports for me. Straight line jogging / cycling / light weights. Need to prolong knee function for as long as possible.
 
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