Bike Fit + Pinarello X3 = Heaven

In this video, I share my recent bike fit experience and how it’s helping me feel more comfortable and confident on my Pinarello X3. I’ll give you my honest thoughts on this beautiful bike and why a proper fit is so important for any cyclist, regardless of experience level.
But that’s not all-I’m also diving into an open and honest chat about body image, cycling in a plus-sized body, and how I’m navigating the balance between performance, comfort, and self-acceptance.
Whether you’re a fellow cyclist, considering a bike fit, or just here for a little inspiration, I hope this video leaves you feeling empowered to get on your bike and enjoy the ride, no matter your shape or size.

[@WheelersAtLarge]

Well said 👍 Enjoy the ride and see what benefits it brings.

[@wullie3814]

What a very inspiring person you are, I’m so glad I came across your videos, you should start your own cycling club 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@StevieH1055]

Admire your commitment going right in and buying a Pinarello for your first road bike, that's a big risk for something you have not done a lot of in the past. I sincerely hope that you put the time in and reach all your fitness goals. It's hard work, I was a roady for around 25 years then gave it away and sold all my gear about 10 years ago. Started up again back in 2022 and bought a new Giant Defy, absolutely fantastic bike, ( $7800.00 Aussie dollars), had the bike fit another $400.00. Got on the first time and thought what the hell have I done! It was really hard work. Now riding upwards of 160kms per week.

[@Life_On_2Wheels]

Keep up the hard work, you're an inspiration to others. Fitness will come, consistency is key💪

[@claytonjones5857]

Hi Elaine Just subscribed and really enjoying the cut back honesty of your videos and following your journey. It was a year ago nearly to the day that at 63 and after 40 years off I jumped back on a bike. I was in a dark place to be honest and that was the prompt to just try something, anything….I’m really fortunate to live in the New Forest so polar opposite to you and now 3 stone lighter but way more importantly I’m in a great place now and addicted to cycling and all things cycling. Big respect to your grit Elaine and all the best for your journey, it’s going to be a blast.

[@elaineryrie3511]

Thank you for subscribing but a big thank you for sharing your story. This gives me hope. I know the feeling of being in a dark place and I also know how freeing the bike is. I am so glad you have found something that has helped. Keep pedalling. I look forward to seeing where the bike can take me both mentally and physically. I work as a nurse and I am not sure if that helps me speak quite openly. I am an open book and will always try to be as authentic as possible. Interesting that you chose the same time of year as me to make the changes.

[@northernchubbygurladventur7539]

Wow! You weren't joking! Your video of the bike shop is nearly at 7k views! Mate I'm so fricken happy for you 😊 absolutely deserve it! Loving you being so open an honest about everything, pushing the norms and uncomfortable conversations that no one talks about and folk miss out on being on bikes because they dont know where to start. Keep going marra, you're a inspiration 💜

[@elaineryrie3511]

@@northernchubbygurladventur7539 thank you so much and thanks for all the love and support you show me. You are the one that gave me a kick up the arse this year and helped me believe in myself 🥰

[@Busfullofclowns]

Getting out the door is the hardest part some days, stick with it!!

[@elaineryrie3511]

I absolutely agree. Thank you 🤩

[@MrAnon-2024]

Another enjoyable video and that scenery is amazing. The bikes not bad, either 😉 I’m already looking forward to the next video 👍

[@elaineryrie3511]

Thank you so much for your support, I appreciate it so much.

[@ianbarker1959]

A big well done from a mid 60's peddaler. Great cap, super colourful jacket. Keep turning those pedals my friend, the fitness will come. (awesome bike too!)

[@elaineryrie3511]

Thanks. It’s so comfortable to ride. A real game changer. Thanks for your message. 🥰

[@bluejoe1873]

Great to c u enjoying your bike ride despite the Scottish weather as a fellow Scot it can be hard to get outside in our cold wet n windy climate keep it going look forward to your future videos 😎😎

[@elaineryrie3511]

Thank you. Yeah, it is not easy. Blowing a gale here at the moment. I am desperate to get out as I know it will make me feel better but it is so hard. I am longing for spring now.

[@buck197]

Two rides in a week, awesome keep cracking on with it. Stopping for quiet time is great and a cafe stop is a necessity for me. As for doing regular hills, break it down in parts and see how you feel at a third the way up, 2/3 rods the way up.. then next ride see if you improve at this marker points. You seem in a remote area which might be bereft of cafes.

[@elaineryrie3511]

Yeah not many cafes and the ones we do have are always the top of the graded climbs in the area- there is motivation right there. Good tip on the hills. I might put the bike on the car and try some new roads and places and see if I can fit a cafe stop in.

[@davidhope1910]

Hi Elaine, new to your channel, being originally from Insch, I'm enjoying the views of Bennachie. You are on some journey and I wish you all the best. I also subscribe to another rider recovering from a cancer diagnosis, Julie of Wheelers at Large fame and both of you show tremendous positivity, keep it up💪.

[@elaineryrie3511]

@@davidhope1910 thanks so much. I really appreciate your comment. I just love views of bennachie. Have you moved far? I’ve not seen that channel. I’ll check it out. Thank you.

[@davidhope1910]

@elaineryrie3511 youtube.com/@wheelersatlarge?si=sPXD5P2_HF98EIo4. (I'm now in hilly Midlothian)

[@robertallardice8119]

All I can say is, well done!❤

[@elaineryrie3511]

Thank you 🤩

[@whichypoohs]

Inspiring. Thanks for sharing your journey 😊

[@elaineryrie3511]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching 🥰

[@roberthughes8428]

Aren't the simple things in life that best things.

[@elaineryrie3511]

They sure are 🥰 I feel I’m lucky to realise that. So many people have not quite came to that understanding.

[@roberthughes8428]

@elaineryrie3511 I ride off road,I buy a new bike then spend a few hundred pounds changing the bars,stem,seat post to make it feel like my bike, so it might be a good idea to do like you have and have a bike fit in the shop,

[@elaineryrie3511]

@@roberthughes8428 I’d love a gravel bike but I just don’t have the money.

[@markscott4]

I am looking to get into cycling. I love the bike you have. How much was it if you don’t mind me asking

[@elaineryrie3511]

If you are just getting in to it I’d but buy something cheaper to make sure you like it first. I paid £4200

[@kevinmcbride6961]

Where did you get your cap?

[@elaineryrie3511]

I got it online from a company called Spized. They were fab to deal with.

[@robertallardice8119]

@@elaineryrie3511 Can we buy one to help the charity?