Jolene Upgrade

I've not managed to get out on Jolene since the big cycle trip, partly due to not having the time but also because I've been waiting to fit a new Shockstop stem.

More than half my riding is on gravel and I found that it's punishing on my wrists and shoulders. I also just can't comfortably ride in the drops, no matter how much I practise. I just like to sit upright. Unsurprising, really. When I drive I'm bolt upright and when I flew, I sat upright too.

Here she is, all clean and ready to go.... back into the garage because I've got other stuff to do this PM.

And here's the rise on the stem. I feel more comfortable already, much less pressure on my wrists.

Looking forward to doing an evening bimble this week if the weather holds.