So, I took out my bike on my first trip to use the clipless pedals today. The conventional wisdom is that everyone falls with these pedals when they're getting used to them. For those that don't know, these pedals require you to turn your ankle out to unclip before you stop or your feet will be stuck and you'll fall over. I was sure this wouldn't happen to me because I was going to pay so much attention that I'd remember to unclip. I practiced a few times in the driveway and did fine so I was ready for the road.
Predictably, as soon as I get to the exit of the
community I unclip one leg and instead of putting
my weight on one leg like I had planned I tried to do it on both and ate it. Later on I stopped at a light, put my weight on one leg and lost my balance and fell again, leading to both of these exciting cuts. I probably won't ride again until after my marathon just to make
sure I don't hurt anything else.
I started off the new year with Gwen at midnight drinking some wine and eating the traditional 12 grapes for good luck. Next time I'll eat an extra one for good luck unclipping on my bike.
2 comments:
HA! We all think we won't be the one to fall but inevitably it happens. :) Welcome to the club...it is neither exclusive or rewarding
I joined the club also!
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