Got my New Bianchi!

[ilima]

Wow! That's a great looking bike.

As to cadence--around 90 rpm is considered optimum. It's a good place to start, but there is obviously variation from person to person. I tend to ride a little high most of the time, more like 95-100.

If your average has been around 70, that's pretty darn low and in pedal mashing territory. It's harder on your knees and less efficient energetically for most folks.

Spinning at 90 will feel strange at first, but you really will get used to it.

This is my first road bike since I quit riding in 1991...

WOW, she is great! I did my first ride today, a short 20 miles on rolling/flat to start the "body break in" process and fit feels really good. My LBS did a really great job fitting me to the bike.
I had a computer installed that has cadence. Any advise on what a good cadence is.... high/low/average?

Not sure what to call her yet, I'll need more bonding time. Suggestions welcome.
Just had to share... (took the photo at our frame shop, I'll get a better one with me riding)

[SueSue]

Your new bike is fabulou! I'd call her "Miss Slick". Have fun!

[Harley]

I am bonding nicely with Pearl/Little White Wonder/Frankie/Bianca. Getting closer to a name!
She is in the shop today, needing some minor adjustments. Putting on a shorter stem and the 28 rear cog.
Hoping to ride tomorrow, however snow is predicted! Just when the roads were getting clear... Keep reminding myself, it's still March!
I'll post more photos next ride.

[Trekhawk]

Happy Riding on your new beauty.
I hope the snow stays away for you.

[sundial]

Hoping to ride tomorrow, however snow is predicted! Just when the roads were getting clear... Keep reminding myself, it's still March!

It never fails, if you want rain/snow/sleet, buy a bike.

Your Bianchi is GORGEOUS!! You'll be one hot babe on you new sweet ride.

[northstar]

What a beautiful bike. Wishing you many happy miles on her!

[Harley]

Thank you everyone, your support is wonderful!

After it was snowing hard this morning, the sun came out at noon; roads dried out and I went for a ride. 20 miles, 38 degrees, but warmed up nicely to 42. Headwind of 5mph first half of the ride, wind at my back on the way home.

The new gearing 11/28 rear works great with the compact 50/34. Stem and fit are now perfect. I cruised up hills I was worried about with 3 gears to spare (of course the wind was at my back ) Even stood up on short hills... Whoohooo!!!

I LOVE this bike!!!!
Her name is Bella Blanca.

as for cadence... I'm paying closer attention, trying to stay above 70, even reached 105 on the downhill! Rode with a friend who has a nice spin, she will push me to 80... I have the confidence this old body can still ride!!

[cyclinnewbie]

Ahhhh Bella Blanca....I like it!

[SadieKate]

Hoping to ride tomorrow, however snow is predicted! Just when the roads were getting clear... Keep reminding myself, it's still March!
I'll post more photos next ride.

So you're the one responsible for the inch of snow we've been getting every day here in Bendemonium!

[KatyLady]

VERY pretty! Hopefully you will have nice Spring weather soon. Good luck on the name . . . since we all know how important the name is.