Completed my first Century today!
Thanks again for everyone's comments and suggestions for learning to ride my Silvio.
I have riden about 500 miles in the last 2 weeks and think I am finally getting the hang of it!
Still can't ride without my hands though... may never..??
Today I...
Cruz Moose Video - Silvio starting challenge (uphill grades)
Bob,
Thanks for the link to the video.
Yes, I can see how this is done and have tried it myself, and can seem to start pretty easily when the ground is flat. Once the incline is much more than 1/2%, then I can't really generate...
reply to Kim - I cant stand up on the Silvio
Hi Kim,
Thanks for your idea about walking. I think your bike is a Quest which has you more upright and handles not as close into your body.
WIth my Silvio 2.0 it is impossible for me (unless I am just not ply-able enough) to actually stand up on...
Communted to work first time today
I put my MTB pedals on my SIlvio this Saturday and road 37 miles. Another 40 on Sunday. About 1/2 each day on main roads. Felt pretty good! I think I am finally getting used to the bike on the open road.
Road with BentAero part of the day on Sunday. He is...
Thanks for all the comments so far
All,
This forum is great, and I love the way so may people are so eager to share their experiences, good and bad.
I would like to report that I did throw a set of pedals with toe clips on my Silvio last night and threw caution to the wind and decided to go...
Hello All,
I am a nebie to Cruzbike. I just purchase Seth's Silvio 2.0 (Thanks Seth!) last week.
Here is a little history for those interested:
I live near Asheville, NC and this is pretty hilly country.
I commute to work on Specialized DF (about 10 miles each way), and usually ride an...
Location of Silvo
Hello,
I am new to this forum and for some reason can't figure out where you live.
I live in Hendersonvilee, NC (close to Asheville)
Thanks,
Larry Oslund
?(feel free to call me - 828-216-7860)