I started riding about 2.5 months ago after a 10 year hiatus. A buddy of mine got me into it. I am currently training for the short version of the
El Tour de Tucson which is 35 miles. So far my longest ride has been 31.44 miles.
I am 5'11" and when I started I was 279. I am now down to 262 and have much more to go.
Here is a picture of me with my first bike shortly after I got it:
and here is the bike I bought yesterday:
I am in love with cycling and often find myself daydreaming about my next ride. I am really glad this group is here. It is such a source of information and inspiration.