I like riding easy in the country and looking at the scenery on Sundays. It seems it's always hard riding all the time with friends. I tell them I like doing a solo on Sundays just to avoid the same ole balls to the wall riding.

@alonzobattise952

Жыл бұрын

Luis I'm a 60-year-old man who is beginning to get back on a bike what advice do you have for seniors beginning to bike ride

@saddleweary2777

Жыл бұрын

@@alonzobattise952 My mother is in her upper 70s and I bought her a low step over bike when she thought it was over. My advice to her was start gradually and build into it slowly. She started one mile twice a week, Tues. and Thurs. Then a month later three times a week, added Sat. with three miles. She rode to hard and had to start over about a month later. After two years she is riding twenty miles a week. Her joint pain has almost disappeared. Key is don't overdo it because it takes a long time to heal over fifty. Stick with it my friend, it will add good years to your life I believe.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Variety on riding is good👍🏾

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

60 is relatively young. But depending on your fitness, just start slow and build up by increasing your mileage 20 to 30% weekly. Keep the intensity easy.👍🏾

@saddleweary2777

Жыл бұрын

@@thegoodwheel I wished I said that about fitness, I got a buddy that hardly ever has ridden a bike but has kept in shape all his life, he just started riding about six months ago and I mean he jumped in head first, he is averaging 18mph and is 65yrs old.

Spot on! So much wisdom in one video. I've gone from 180 lbs (overweight) to 143lbs riding weight a long time back (Perhaps underweight). Got super fast, did some centuries. One thing I learned - the faster you get, the fewer friends you have and there's still always someone faster. You may start to leave your old friends behind to ride with the newer, faster group. It gets lonely at the top and I realized these new "friends" weren't really friends at all. They were nice, but not the "have your back" kind of friends. It's so much about the fellowship... I personally like getting folks out riding and excited about the sport. I've put some of that weight back on and have been riding less the last few years. I need to get back into it, just not that extreme, ultra competitive crap. But also true that 2 riders on the same road = race - great quote!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Good stuff! Thanks for sharing👍🏾

@diegoeleazar9154

11 ай бұрын

Not every ride is a RACE. I make my social group rides as a ZONE 2 training. Luckily there's a cheap criterium race in my area if I want go fast.

@marat8584

11 ай бұрын

That's why I like MTB community. Best riders are still helpful and friendly, and the sense of comradery helps a lot.

@dmoore4520

11 ай бұрын

Whew buddy, this comment hits home and has me in my feelings right now lol. Started riding with my best friend. I'm 205 lbs he's the ideal cyclist body at 135-140 lbs. He's surpassed me so much on the climbs because of my weight and is starting to ride with the top local dudes. We still ride but Jesus criminey I can barely keep up the dudes too fast for me anymore. Feel like I'm losing my riding buddy! Just keep on.

@davidanthony1775

11 ай бұрын

When riders aren't matched in fitness, the fast one can ride a slower bike such as a gravel bike with 45mm tires, or one with an internal geared hub like Alfine or Rohloff, a singlespeed, or a flat bar bike with gravel tires. The slower one can ride a fast road bike with deeper wheels if they have that or borrow from the fast one.

Don’t be sorry. That meant a lot to me, seeing the humanity of a cyclist is special. I say that because I’ve been riding, and enjoying the QOMs and sprints. Then when I got diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis, I felt I was left behind. I can barely walk properly let alone ride. I got caught up in all the things you mentioned in the beginning of the video, and I promised myself when I do get back I would take the time to enjoy the ride, pace myself and not focus on unimportant things. It’s a privilege to ride and enjoy the outdoors it’s more than the sprints. this was a really good video ❤

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Hi there. Thank you for watching and sharing your story with us. I have a friend that was recently diagnosed as well and it's been tough. I would like you to reach out through my email in the description if you like... would like to hear your story. Thanks again! Keep getting after it.👍🏾

@sherainenelson6329

11 ай бұрын

@@thegoodwheel Thank you for reaching out to me, and I understand it is tough. I don't know if your friend cycles, but the hardest part is letting go, and knowing one day you can return. I hope that they will stay hopeful. I will email you shortly.

Awesome vid Luis, you got me choked up at the end as your passion for riding is intoxicating! When I turned 60 I decided to tone back my pace & stop hammering every ride & enjoy the ride & the people I’m riding with, at the same time staying strong & fit. For me riding, weight training, good diet & positive attitude is the secret to longevity, stay safe my friend!

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim. I am right there with you on re-orienting your purpose for riding.👍🏾

A really great video mate. Especially the one where you can’t ride without wearing “their gear”. That one is real BS!!

Bruh! Your channel showing up in my feed proves that the youtube algorithm works. Great video! Subscribed and looking forward to more.

I don't think showing tears is a "baby" at all; I think it's a human trait and many will respect you more because of it. Like you, I've learned that the connections we make with folks are always the memories that we remember. Yes. we remember that "great' day on the bike or a 'bad' day on the bike, but many other things or accomplishments on the bike get forgotten over time. The memories of meeting new people or riding partners are something that can last for a lifetime.Thanks for sharing!!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Jackie!

Its interesting to see people of all ages can be on the same sort of life journey at the same time in their life. Im 26 and quit smoking a few weeks ago, been focusing on diet and human connections. And man oh man do i feel the same way you did during the video. The amount of deep human connection ive experienced recently makes me emotional. Im so looking forward to a healthier snd brighter future! Cool how biking gets us to think about life holistically huh?

On the issue of clothes, the main things are being 1) comfortable and 2) safe (in terms of visibility and crash protection). You don't need the most expensive kit to achieve these. Personally I mix and match. I cheap out in the summer but go all in for good winter gear. Some of the more expensive gear only makes sense under certain circumstances. For example I would only buy photo chromatic lenses if I were riding frequently at dawn or dusk. One need not buy an expensive brand such as Oakley. As long as the glasses are made out of polycarbonate it will be just as safe in a crash.

Enjoying the ride is a big thing. I really got started doing family and friends century rides. Then it was the Camino de Santiago. Riding in new and unknown places is great.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

The Pilgrimage!

You're a natural ambassador Luis - ride on!

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I enjoyed the video. I have osteoporosis and recovery from a hip pinning surgery and a wrist fracture. I had to change the way I ride. I just purchased a new bike. A Trek fx3 stagger. A blast to ride. Not fast but I am able to continue the joy of cycling. Life is better when you pedal🚲👍😁

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Keep pedaling and enjoying what you can🙏🏾

Awesome video totally agree with everything. Cycling has become the new middle-age middle-class sport where you can show off your gear and the money you spent on it. The club I ride in has better gear than the Tour de France. They laugh about me and my Aluminum bike. Their obsession with weight and aero is absolutely hilarious though themselves they are 220 lbs. One guy last time showed up in "aero socks". Now they all have aero socks :D.

You bring up some very good points, and they can save someone's life. There is no place for a sprint on a public highway with traffic in the next lane (3:28)!! EVER! If there's a crash, the pileup can easily spill over into the next lane and an oncoming car will just crush everyone to death. The most important thing you can do in a large group is think about the good safety practices. Learn to see an accident in the making, before it happens. When you see that people are doing dangerous stuff, just drop back and get out of there. If you want to sprint and race hard, sign up for a crit!!

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Sound advice!

@minhuang8848

11 ай бұрын

And take your friends with you, sometimes people get so caught up in these things, they don't even realize how insane what's happening actually is. Do it properly, don't endanger other riders, first rule of the game. Be predictable in public traffic. Also the first rule of the game because there is no freaking substitute for common sense and adhering to best traffic practices. No glory in watching the Giro from a wheelchair.

Yea my biggest thing I want to contribute and change in cycling that doesn’t matter is the astronomical cost for bikes is not the ONLY option and love showing people how you can access riding at a fraction of the cost. But also in this crazy time of division and hostility going on, I love that simply riding a bike can bring people together and heal one another.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

So true my friend 👍🏾

Love your vids, content, especially your honesty! I went on a memorial ride, recently, for a fellow cyclist. His brother shared with us, that the deceased was an organ donor, and that the family had met a young man that had received the heart of the dearly departed. I got so choked up listening to this, but also felt a great deal of pride being a fellow cyclist, and of the great community of cycling that we share!

@thegoodwheel

9 ай бұрын

That is very touching Manuel. We have a great community of people👍🏾

I'm a 67 year old guy (in boca) who started riding 2years ago , I'm happy I get to ride 18-23miles 4/5 x a week on my trek dual sport the exercise is great and the biggest benefit is my mind. Yes of course I have 'strava envy ' of guys doing 40 to 60 mile rides ... found your channel enjoy your videos ... thanks

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching. Keep riding 👍🏾

Whats up bud. This is the first vid of yours I came across. Subscribed! Good for you on the diet shift. Been vegan for 15+ years. Biking/cardio gains have been insane. Love that you get emotional over seeing person to person connection. In these harder and darker times that we have all been going through (in the technologically saturated era we are in), tech has surely connected us in some ways, but in a lot of ways it has shattered our ability to have meaningful interactions. So I feel you on seeing things like that happen organically. It's almost like witnessing a miracle before your eyes that technology has blinded us to. Riiiide on, Cheers.

@thegoodwheel

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing that 👍🏾

Eu andava muito de bicicleta speed aqui no Brasil, nos anos 70 e 80 tivemos 3 fabricantes de bicicletas aqui que fabricavam as bikes speed como as chamamos aqui, a Monark a Caloi e a Peugeot, essas bicicletas eram 10 velocidades normalmente. Recentemente voltei a pedalar e estou gostando bastante, restaurei minha Monark 10 que tenho desde 1987 e uma Caloi 10 também, agora vou restaurar a Peugeot 10.... Gostei muito do vídeo, obrigado por compartilhar. PS already subscribed to your Channel! Congrats from Brasil.

bro im having a resurgence of fallin back in love with cycling n this vid is making realize why i fell in love

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

👍🏾

Amazing video! Cycling is about enjoyment and connection.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Indeed it is👍🏾

Great video! I’m living in Japan right now and the cyclists here are all masochists. On the hottest or coldest days they’ll do 200K, 300K or even longer rides. It’s just nuts. The riding is beautiful though, and the exact opposite of Florida in that the climbs are many and very steep! One thing about giving up red meat, don’t forget that it’s very nutritious,full of B vitamins and good fats. Enjoy in moderate amounts! Keep up the good work!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Hi! I've seen videos of riding in Japan and the cycling culture. It is definitely something I plan on doing.

Kodiak. Thank you for the videos. I stumbled across you by accident researching sizes for a Caad 10 I recently purchased. Used in near new condition/ a solid deal with the training unit, some upgrades. I've ridden bikes since I was a born almost, always loved it. Was always intimidated by road bikes. But I did it and I now understand the fever and love of cycling in a new way. Currently looking for a club on FB or online in Napa /Solano area Northern Ca. As a small business- restaurant owner, I deserve me time again now that I'm 52 and my kids are in HS, mostly self sufficient. So I have some time to explore this new cycling stage in my life. Golf will easily take a back seat! Thanks the content and you have a gift for sharing my friend!

@thegoodwheel

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing this great post Michael! Enjoy the sport👍🏾

You forgot one. The fancy bike collecting dust in the basement. Thanks for reminding me that I broke my promise to lead rides this year. I still have time but it goes fast. You're and inspiration. Thanks.🚴‍♀

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Yeah! Go lead that ride👍🏾

Reduction in bone density is a huge issue, especially for long distance cyclists. Studies have shown minerals actually leaching from the bones with long exercise sessions such as cycling. Thanks for mentioning this important concern.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

I am glad to talk about these important issues👍🏾

@lunam7249

11 ай бұрын

long any sport, past aerobic.....i.e. more than 1 hour, is "bad" for health...it dissoves you from the inside out

@glennoc8585

10 ай бұрын

Take supplements and a balanced diet is important. Calcium and vitamin K2 will reduce calcium loss.

Very interesting.... For me, cycling is and always has been a solo activity. Since childhood. When our kids were still kids, I used to ride somewhere with one, two or all three of them... When they were teens, I rode sometimes with one or another of them to a more distant destination. But they are family and family is family. Usually, I like to ride alone. Somehow, that is what it is about.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Hi excellent points & who cant appreciate wisdom and an honest heart . I am a former roadie but after 2 kids, cancer, bone marrow transplant a few years ago, I am back on doing daily rides on a fat tire bike down a series of small bike paths that led to the US1 Busway to Homestead and back alone. (Lights in front and back for safety) I completed a charity for Leukemia back in June and rode 185 miles and raised $180 that was a turning point for me, and I have steadily been adding more rides with varied intensity almost daily. I am still far from my all time best shape, but at my age at almost 50 every time i complete a small 10 Mile ride by myself I feel happy about myself and for a long while that was impossible. I never thought that going just 17MPH could feel fast, but every push forward is a victory So cheers to you and your channel, as a South Floridian I look forward to seeing more. SUBBED

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

This is awesome! Thank you for sharing. I wish you all the best and continued good health👍🏾

I get your points, but part of cosmetic bike upgrades and fancy clothing is mental. When you look good, you feel good, and when you feel good, you ride good! Also sometimes when you feel your motivation to ride trailing off sometimes a new snazzy piece of kit will get you back on the saddle and restore your motivation! Also about long rides, I think it's good for your mind, body, and soul to go out on an absolute crusher of a ride occasionally, something that you don't think you can accomplish and leaves you tired and sore for a week afterwards. It builds character and mental fortitude, and shows you that you are stronger than you think.

Thanks Luis. I’m an old guy who cannot bomb along at 20+ mph anymore but I still love riding. I really enjoy your videos. You seem really practical and well grounded and your love of cycling shines through.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words. Keep riding! The speed is irrelevant 👍🏾

100% with you, great insights! Wildling out in sprints like you show is definitely a trend I hope dies! And absolutely crushing ourselves with huge rides and leaving with a bad taste: also a total miss. I hope folks stop thinking they need to go mega in order to be worthy.

@kirstenspencer3630

11 ай бұрын

Yes, the mass sprints are just Krazy, really hazardous to all involved. The skill level involved in a all out sprint is lacking most the time. My husband goes out with old bmxers that have very evolved bike handling skills that make sporty riding safe and fun. They as a group have nothing to prove. So don't foget about the other guys out on their trials bikes.

Your content is always great and practical for the average cyclist. It really helped me progress from beginner to intermediate rather quickly. Thank you for what you do for the sport!

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Hi Greg! Thanks for sharing👍🏾

This is my first time watching one of your videos. I love your perspectives on cycling. Thank you for what you do. I subscribed. I hope I’ll ride with you some day if you ever come up to the mountains on WNC.

I love the call out of enjoying a different riding experience. This year was the first year I rode outside of south florida, first to Lake Tahoe which allowed me to experience climbing at elevation and bombing decents. Then I went to Las Vegas to do some mountain riding in the desert. Each palce not only did I have a diffent riding experience but also exposure to different riding cultures. I met awesome people that ride different bikes more suited to their environments. If people love the sport of cycling and I love all forms then leaving your comfort zone and heading someone new can reignite your love for the sport.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Can't wait to hear about that trip Bro!

Agree on the Super Long Ride, I love Audax, and I have a dream of finishing all its distances, but for now, I enjoy the 200 km Audax rides in different locations. Although for cycling gear, I love the colors and design of several cycling kits even though I can only rotate 3-4 kits.

Being emotional isn't weak, it shows strength to face what is in front of you rather than ignoring it. As far as eating goes, I couldn't agree more. My dad who rides 50-100 miles a week and eats a better than average diet suffered a massive heart attack at age 67. His heart stopped 7 times, and they were able to bring him back. It took that to make me realize that eating a heart-healthy diet needs to be a part of my life, and I'm glad I did it. I will let myself off for special occasions but try to stay whole-food plant based. Gil Carvahlo has an excellent KZread channel (Nutrition Made Simple) to learn about science-based nutrition, and "How Not to Die" by Michael Greger is good reading as well. Cheers Luis!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing those resources 👍🏾

I love the positivity, all of your points were clear without being combative and adding to the toxic discourse and that is awsome to see!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching👍🏾

As a tall and light rider, I strongly thing that aero bikes might be pretty dangerous. I used to rode a carbon frame bike (about 10 years old model kind of aero design) but almost died twice because of a strong and suddent side wind on busy road. One time my front wheel litteraly took off the ground 30cm because of a strong side wind. It was really scary! I now ride a steel bike, 22mm rim height and feel a lot safer (and far more comfy and faster as it is bespoke made and fit me perfectly). If I want to go aero, I let my body do the job as you explained. You seem to have a wonderfull community of riders! Love the channel! Greetings from Japan.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for tuning in from Japan. Yes, a bike is like a sail and the lighter they are the more attention is needed👍🏾

As a mountain biker transitioning to road riding, this channeling is incredibly valuable. Thank you for providing an education on the etiquette of the road. I can’t begin to tell you how much i’ve learned from your instruction in the last six months. Keep up the good work.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Thomas! I am glad the content is helpful 👍🏾

Hey Luis, that is truly a very honest and authentic video about some of the current cycling habits a rider has to deal with. Fun is the most important part of it all. Keep up doing these videos, would like to see more of it soon. - Nils

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

I appreciate that! Thanks for watching 👍🏾

Many great cyclists, like Sagan, have MTB beginnings. With the exception of my roadbike and bibs, I proudly, and unapologetically, display my MTB heritage in my XC helmet, T-shirt, and hairy legs on road rides in front of the snobs.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

👍🏾

As I got older I gave up a lot of stuff I used to believe in cycling. I'm 53 now, I don't get out as often anymore and I'm not as fast as I used to be nor was I ever really that fast to begin with. I gave up group riding because it was filled with a bunch of over-biked old guys on $10K+ bikes who wished they were racers and made things dangerous. Heck, I was one of those guys but I no longer wanted to be. I stopped killing myself and worrying about the numbers: watts, speed, distance, power, weight and just started enjoying the ride itself, taking in the sights and appreciating where I am. I ditched my race bikes and replaced them with all-road setups, some carbon and some steel. I'm finding I'm enjoying cycling again like when I first started as a teen. It's more of an escape than a hammer fest. Shorter, slower rides, sometimes with people, sometimes solo, but all a lot more pleasurable once I let go of the competitive aspect of it. Let's face it, we're not all racers and we're not all training for something, so why kill yourself pretending. It's still tough to be passed up and not want to grab a wheel and/or pass them but I'm getting better at it.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

What a cool post. Thanks for sharing👍🏾

Great content, Luis! And always keeping it real! Here in Montreal, I’ve noticed a move away from team kits or coordinated gear, although cycling clubs are obviously still coordinated. One of my most memorable group rides started out as a solo ride from Cullera to Valencia, in Valencia province, Spain. Riders joined and dropped off over the 50km distance. Riding in a country where cyclists garner huge respect on the road is such a pleasure. Rode back to Cullera solo - into a headwind lol. 🚴🏾

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

That sounds like an epic day on the bike👍🏾

Luis, I remember when they use to drill holes in parts for the weight weenies, sew ups, etc. Aero this and that! For us riders who race, not professionally, Best weight savings is our own body weight and position. I appreciate all of your blogs! Never feel like its a waste of time! Your right, the fellowship of cyclist especially when you can go casually and talk enoy the ride. Thanks my new friend!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching👍🏾

With almost 50 years of cycling in my legs, I whole heartedly agree. By the way, you don't need to worry about occasional red meat. It's not going to kill you😊. Processed foods, meat and otherwise, are amazing endurance reducers. All the best.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing👍🏾

Thank you, Luis! I really enjoyed watching this video. You are a good man.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

I appreciate that! Thank you 👍🏾

Just found your channel. Subbed. Love your authenticity and enthusiasm. Greetings from an Irish rider in Dublin! :)

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Hey Luis, I felt your your fellowship comment; I was thinking you were going that direction right before you begun. I feel you right there, and thanks for going there and sharing and letting us see how much it means to you! Nothing "baby" about it, much respect!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you👍🏾

The “snobbery” resonated with me, I see more of that than I care to. I LOVE riding, and I also LOVE building bikes. All my bikes are built frame up by me, and my old steel Bianchi road frame from ‘86 with modern components gets some pretty weird looks on rides. But man alive it is one of the smoothest riding bikes I’ve ever had. And yes, health health health!!! I’m approaching 50 and I’ve started doing more upper body weight training and it is has been effective for my riding as well as my overall energy levels. Keep up the great videos! You have the best cycling videos on here!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Man, thank you for that👍🏾

Excellent content, I am glad I subscribed. Please keep the ideas and videos coming. Thanks for your commitment to good counsel and great content.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks you👍🏾

Excellent video LS... I finally found your videos, after a "flash" from youtube of videos i may be interested in. I really like your down to earth, genuine and caring heart for cycling and cyclists of all classes. Your evaluation of fads and perceived or expected norms in the cycling community is relevant, appropriate and balanced... not to mention, it makes a lot of sense. Looking forward to exploring more of your content and sharing the link with friends. All the best and keep up the good work!!!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you! That is much appreciated 👍🏾

I do agree with you at the last point. The long zone 2 rides are both optimal for your training, but also for your mind when doing them in good company.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Indeed!

Appreciate you Luis. And thanks for not editing out those emotions. It shows how powerful this way of life can be

Great ride experiences is what I love most about this sport. I feel you on building that connection as well. Much love brother.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Brother. That Sprint was primal!

Very nice video, it was great to see how you include the group rides with the people you meet and your friends. The Italy trip was great, wonderful memories. So sweet to see you get emotional over a sport you love and share with everyone around you 🚲 🚴‍♀️ 😊

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Lilly! I appreciate you guys so much❤

Great video, subscribed and keep up the honesty on all these videos. This is the second time I find your vids and this time I ended up subscribing. The first time was when you reviewed The Caad10 and guess what? I went ahead and bought myself a used one. Extremely happy with it, doing B and A’s rides with it 👌🏼🤙🏼. Be blessed brother 🙏🏼

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing that. It is nice to know👍🏾

Great video ! Safety on the roads should be mentioned, especially in South Florida. I got off the streets because our fellow humans are too distracted. Fun yes ! Safety absolutely! Thanks for sharing.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching👍🏾

I've been binging this channel and this video really resonated with me. Subbed to keep up with your new videos as I'm consuming all of your previous work.

@thegoodwheel

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel

I am not in the cycling mainstream. I usually 0:02 ride alone and restore bikes from 1998 to 2003. But I did join a group ride a few years ago, and it is a good experience. It has taken some time to get to know everyone Once they saw I was serious and Safety minded, I was accepted. I look forward to this once a week

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Hi Dennis! Thanks for sharing this👍🏾

i just found your channel and these are great! your voice is so soothing :D

Wow, didn’t realize some rides were so exclusive that you have to be kitted in specific gear. Pinky up!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

👍🏾

Simply put my brother. love your thoughts on Group rides. As an Ex Tri Athlete I Have learned experiences with riders is important. Leave the computer home once and a while and just ride!!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Desmond!

Luis, I just started following you and cant say enough about how happy I am that I did! This entire episode is SPOT ON.. from nutrition and kits, to biking etiguette and fellowship. Thank you!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and supporting the channel👍🏾

Been really enjoying your content - you do a a great job - great stuff! People - that’s been where my best experiences have come from.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

This is great content. Thank you so much for being so positive.

I’ve started traveling with my bike whenever I have work travel just so I can keep fitness and experience each location beyond the main metro areas and it’s been great for me. I’m with you with experiencing new destinations, cultures plus dining experiences.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Dinning! We eat and then burn it off👍🏾

Thank you Luis - great video and advice - loved your emotion and passion about connecting people and making a difference. Subscribed and looking forward to your content! My personal take outs were working on my body aerodynamics, remembering to have fun adventure rides and connect more with my riding buds and son on the bike. Thanks and Be blessed!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Simon👍🏾

Love you brother. Not sure how I haven't been Subscribed I been watching your content. Wish I woulda known you was in Florida when I was there. Sure woulda tried like the world to get on a ride where you was riding. Blessing to you

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Terry!

A great update and look forward to seeing your new build Luis.. your such an inspiration and love your channel I really felt the emotion as I’m an emotional guy to and when you talked about connecting with people and that’s something I also love to do.. huge respect my friend I wish y9u were in the UK as you we would certainly be great buddies 😊😃😃🚴🏻

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

I believe we would be Pete! Thanks for always supporting 👍🏾

Luis, yes indeed, I did enjoy your video. You are a Champion, a man with soul, and passion. Not just cycling, but also the ability to 'lift' our spirits & enthuiasm. Cheers from Melbourne Australia. I am 76 yo & cycle every day, not far - 10 to 15 kms. Cycling helps me to 'make peace' - relaxes, slows down the world. Thankyou Luis

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Kevin... you are definitely an inspiration 👍🏾

You don’t miss with the quality content Lu! I always enjoy watching and learning from you.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Cofi! I appreciate you Brother👍🏾

11:30 your honesty and pride in group rides is great to see. Keep it up!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Chris!

Bravo Luis. Keeping it real. Sure wish I was closer would love to ride with you and the crew.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Maybe one day!

Just subscribed. Never apologize for something you’re passionate about. I LOVE how your content is focused on community, relationships, & health. I appreciate that you’re a mature man taking care of your health as I am 53. I’m excited to follow your journey. Your friend from Austin TX

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Hey Paul! Thank you for that affirmation👍🏾

Another banger Luis, it’s perfectly ok to get emotional about something good. Bringing love, fellowship and people together is a beautiful thing. Hope to get to ride with you one day soon! Greg, Atlanta GA.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Greg. I'll be at the one love 👍🏾

@super6charger501

Жыл бұрын

@@thegoodwheel 👍🏾

My local "Bike Party" monthly group rides are route planned for sprints in the last 2 of 3 legs (after the parents/children bail out). The etiquette observed is that riders who want to sprint ride to the front so once the sprint starts, they pull away from slower traffic just as sprints in races generally do. This makes sense because it minimizes conflicts with less experienced riders who are less predictable, and if a crash occurs, it avoids large pile-ups. I'm a designated Medic and ride with medical supplies in a fanny pack, seldom used but welcome when the road rash happens.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Those are great ride rules. Thanks for sharing👍🏾

I appreciate you man. That last piece on the human connection hits me as well. I’ve met some genuinely great human beings through cycling and that to me has been the most valuable reward I could ever get. I’m a young father and I’ve met older cats who have been where I am in life and passed words of wisdom down. I’ve met young and old professionals of various industries who have expanded my network, all while sharing a level of positivity that folks just don’t understand or appreciate until they experience it themselves. Take care and next time I’m in FL I hope to ride with you and your crew!!

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that Glenn! Definitely hit me up if you are ever down here... wellget one in👍🏾

Thanks for the video, which is insightful as always. As you look to address your health, please also consider your emotional health. It is a completely human thing to have an emotional response to connecting people, being a node for connection (In the grand scheme of things, we're all babies!). Lean into that feeling. Nurture it. We need more attention the role of emotional intelligence in the practice of being human, as it key to our progress towards understanding everyone belongs and taking up the work to make it so.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and sharing your thoughts👍🏾

Great video Luis and I can relate to all the comments and observations you provide. As an aging rider, I have found myself guilty of being single-minded about hanging with the A group and not connecting with my riding friends in fellowship. It's a work in progress but something I need to address to help me become a better cyclist. Be safe out there.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing that👍🏾

Hi Luis. I really appreciate your videos and honesty with the emotions. Nothing to apologise for. Your passion to connect people through cycling is beautiful. Keep up the good work mate.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you John🙏🏾

Your videos are super helpful - especially being a complete novice cyclist and getting on the trail and having some sense of etiquette thanks to said videos. Hopefully I'll be able to hang with the B group in a few months.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Sounds awesome! Let me know how you get on👍🏾

11:17 Damn you Luis, you almost made me cry too Jah bless!

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Let it flow Bro. Let it flow

Just starting to get into cycling, first time seeing your Chanel. Instantly subscribed. Loved the video keep up the great content

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you Brandon👍🏾

Appreciate you always keeping it real bro. Keep informing, instructing, and inspiring us. God’s hand is on your life.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Sir!

Very good man! thank you! You are helping me to get back on the bike!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank so much for sharing that!

You sir seem to be a leader. A person who lives for others, for a greater good, probably putting God 1st in your life. There is no shame in showing emotions when living a life for others. That is where true joy and peace is achieved! Your speed on the bike likely inspires others to push themselves into places they thought they couldn’t go before. Keep up the good work, God’s work. Leaders go first, go hard and go fast - they lead by an example worth following.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words!

This was great. You’ve given/reinforced some ideas for fun group rides. Thanks for the great content.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

wow luis that was a random match on a video suggestion. now i am a fan. thumbs up, shouts from germany

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Voice of sanity. I've never been attracted to competitive cycling. Instead I love exploring, getting out in the country, the feeling of using my body. Sometimes social, often alone. All the things you're talking about.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching👍🏾

Good information Luis and content that covers just about every group A B & C Thank you.....

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Charles👍🏾

great video, l have to totally agree with you. Cycling is about to have fun, sure everyone wants to cycle faster, but fun is ultimate goal. And about group rides where you have to wear certain level of kit, damn l am from Europe l haven`t heard abot something like that l hope this like that wil disapper soon.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching👍🏾

Great video! Also, I'm a huge fan of modern steel road bikes, can't wait to hear more about your new build.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I am at my best in the morning before the heat kicks in . I overheat easily in summer so I stick near lakes and ponds in case I have to jump in to cool down . Great video and you are spot on about staying away from junk food .

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

That lake dip sounds so good👍🏾

Bravo! Love your takes on what matters, applicable not just in cycling but life in general

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Accomplishing human basic needs by riding. (Certainty uncertainty ,love & connection ,growth ,contribution) . Keep up the good work 👊🏾👊🏾.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Adam!

I really enjoyed this video and your stream in general. You always hit points that really matter!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

This was really enjoyable to watch and no apologies sir we appreciate your passion and support for the sport and comrades. 🤜🤛 🙏🏾 💪🏾

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

The comment about super long rides is spot on. Unbound 2023 looked like a grueling mess, and not fun at all. One thing is to challenge yourself, another is to torture yourself.

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you for sharing that👍🏾

I live in Toronto Canada I wish I lived near you. You content is great to watch keep it up.

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you👍🏾

First time watching any of your videos! Amazing content!! Keep up the great work!

@thegoodwheel

11 ай бұрын

Thank you 👍🏾

Beautiful video... great points. Ride on!

@thegoodwheel

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!