Mrs & I need bikes, Houston MS 150, complete beginners

[look 171]

Originally Posted by masraum

I'm aware of a tension adjustment, but I haven't messed with it yet. I haven't had a hard time getting out of them so far, but a little less effort would be nice. I'm sure I'll experiment some with that so that when I put the missus in them, I can make hers loose.

We went on ride #2 today, almost 1.5 hours and 11 miles. Yeah, super slow, I know, but taking it easy on the missus until she's more comfortable. I could go faster and farther, but I can't kill her or she'll bail.

very little discomfort in the backside. Some slightly tight muscles in the shoulders/back. All in all, feeling pretty good about the bike and riding. Actually, having a GREAT time. I always loved riding a bike as a kid.

Demand her to rub your feet as soon as you walk into the door daily, NOW.

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[masraum]

Originally Posted by mepstein

I sold hundreds of clipless pedals at the bike shop. I always lowered the pedal tension for women including my wife's bikes. She was a very strong rider but unless the tension was reduced, she could hardly unclip. If you get a trainer, you can always practice and experiment with the tension. You always get off your bike on the left side so get used to unlipping your left foot as you are slowing down and then as you stop, lean a bit to your left. Once you stop, unclip your right pedal. Your right hand stays on the right brake to control your speed.

I think I've been releasing my right foot first, but I can't imagine that it really matters which foot you pick. I'm actually having a much tougher time getting the cleats into the clips than getting out, but yeah, I should definitely reduce the tension some. She's not going to like it at all. I don't think I need it to be as high as it is.

[look 171]

Originally Posted by masraum

I think I've been releasing my right foot first, but I can't imagine that it really matters which foot you pick. I'm actually having a much tougher time getting the cleats into the clips than getting out, but yeah, I should definitely reduce the tension some. She's not going to like it at all. I don't think I need it to be as high as it is.

Forget the clips ins. Get her riding first with regular shoe. I suggest you lower her saddle an inch so she's able to tip toe and not fall over. Once she's comfortable after many stops and goes, then raise the saddle 1/2" at a time until it goes back to 1". Start dialing in / fine tune from there. A lot of new rider forget that with the saddle so high, they forget to lean with a leg out to keep from falling over.

[masraum]

Originally Posted by look 171

Forget the clips ins. Get her riding first with regular shoe. I suggest you lower her saddle an inch so she's able to tip toe and not fall over. Once she's comfortable after many stops and goes, then raise the saddle 1/2" at a time until it goes back to 1". Start dialing in / fine tune from there. A lot of new rider forget that with the saddle so high, they forget to lean with a leg out to keep from falling over.

Yeah, she's in regular shoes and platform pedals for now. It'll be a while before I get her clipped in.

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[masraum]

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