Getting back on the bike
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Jstyle posted 1 year ago.
Well coming for a man with a stupid amount of experience from accidents (and some of them while not my fault could have been avoided). Really you have to look at the learning that you experienced from this. How likely is it if you pay attention that the same thing will happen again? I just got hit back in July and I learned to be more cautious. That is what it is really about just remember you are on a small little vehicle and if you pay enough attention and remain aware then you can avoid just about anything.
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JamieM posted 1 year ago.
What about finding a group to ride with. The increased visibility may make you a little less edgy and having others around make take your mind off the accident.
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Anton posted 1 year ago.
Groups are good as are "baby steps."
Take some time everyday and get out for a spin even if it is just around your neighborhood for a few miles.
Contact the local bike club or bike shop explain your situation...other bikies will be happy to get out with you and get you back on the road...
Best of luck.
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Ultrarunner posted 1 year ago.
I also got broad sided by a vehicle while riding. The main thing that I took from that experience was to expect things to happen before they happen. I ride in areas with high visibility and I am expecting people to not see me. When I come to an intersection I do not cross in front of a vehicle until the driver makes eye contact with me. I also wear bright tops.
I can honestly say that the accident made me a better rider. That was 3 years ago. I've haven't had any mishaps since. Get back on the horse. You won't get your confidence back until you start riding again.
Happy training!
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Homebrewermike posted 1 year ago.
Sign up for a week long bicycle tour. You'll be surrounded by lots of fellow enthusiasts of all skill levels from racers to tourists to IM qualifiers. I did one last year and ended up spending a lot of time riding with a 2 time IM qualifier and a professional mountain biker. I rode my tri-bike. There's nothing like getting in an early season 400-500 mile week to boost your confidence.
You can also ride in large packs or solo. And you'll go through a bunch of communities who are open to cyclists. Bad motorists who badger cyclists on these tours tend to get an earfull and sometimes arrested for bad behavior.
After a week of feeling fuzzy bicycle love you'll be ready to go. I'm doing this tour for fun and early season training:
http://www.bicycletourcolorado.com/
Get back on the saddle and good luck!
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RV posted 1 year ago.
Sometimes these accidents are unavoidable. I also was hit by a pickup truck, not too long ago.
You might want to ride on bike trails or light traffic areas as you build back some confidence.
You will be more alert going forward. Drivers don't always see you.
RV
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Hi,
I know accidents are a big part of cycling, but a while ago I had an accident where I got broad-sided by a pick up truck while I was riding and I am finding it really hard to get back out on the road again :(. Its not that I don't want to, I love being out on a bike. I was not a confident rider before the accident but still really loved it, now I have no confidence at all! I just wondered if anyone out there could offer a bit of advice about the best way to get back out there. I want to be able to race this season and not have to think about it - just finding it tough at the moment!!