I realise I’m probably in the minority here but I quite like the subtle branding. I really dislike massive shouty logos and all those BS statements, acronyms and slogans that bike brands love to stick all over their frames. I personally prefer the colours of a couple of the new longer travel Sensors but these all seem like a good solid range of bikes that aren’t silly money.
I think this whole episode just shows that British Cycling are largely only concerned with road racing as it is clear there is absolutely no thought given to all those who will have to cycle to work on Monday or will simply be using their bikes for transportation.
Chris Boardman is a good choice for this and a great ambassador for all things cycling. However, as proven above, his particular stance on not wearing a helmet always seems to cloud the points he is trying to get across. I wish he’d just put one on for the photo op TBH!
This is one of those things I have promised I would do but you know…life etc etc. However, this buy one, get one free offer from Trek just tipped me over the edge. Donation made. Two extra bikes in the world that should make a massive difference to some folk and I’ll live without replacing my pedals or tyres for a bit longer. Its got to be good for my trail karma though, right?
My advise would be to talk to your coach. A good coach should listen and understand how you feel. Its your coaching session and so how about you tell him how you are feeling and perhaps try a drop or two (even if only a kerb) and just see how you comfy you are. I would also recommend you also have another session with different coach because they often have different ways of communicating the principals and different terrain to try that you might click with you and help you progress without getting ‘the fear’. I think jumps and drops can be a bit like keeping up with the Jones’s so relax and remember why you ride.
