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 mrmo
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Seems like i have signed up for a beginners session, not for a bit such is the waiting times etc.

I am hiring a bike, i there anything i should be aware of? what pedals etc.

what is the worst that can happen

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Posted : 13/03/2013 1:06 pm
 IHN
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I shouldn't worry about pedals, they'll stick old school cages on so you can just use trainers (which, for a first time, is fine)

Just don't stop pedalling...


 
Posted : 13/03/2013 1:22 pm
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i believe the hire bikes require delta cleats if you want to go clipless.


 
Posted : 13/03/2013 1:33 pm
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Thin long sleeve top in case you crash to make the track burn a litle less bad!!!


 
Posted : 13/03/2013 2:57 pm
 mrmo
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Thin long sleeve top in case you crash to make the track burn a litle less bad!!!

i had wondered if it made sense to wear two thin jerseys. Is there anu heating, does it get warm?


 
Posted : 13/03/2013 3:07 pm
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Having just done a taster session at Manchester the worst that can happen: you will love it and want a track bike, i do. Sadly i dont live close enough to a track.


 
Posted : 13/03/2013 3:07 pm
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Did the course this time last year, great fun but hard work and a bit frightening to begin with. Gloves and helmet are the only thing you must have. I wore trainers so didn't have worry about cleats.


 
Posted : 13/03/2013 3:10 pm
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Whats the waiting time to get onto the beginners session?


 
Posted : 13/03/2013 3:11 pm
 mrmo
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not sure, but the session i am on is July, this might be to do with the organiser though.


 
Posted : 13/03/2013 3:50 pm
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You will get roasting zapping around a track!


 
Posted : 18/03/2013 1:40 pm

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