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keracer
07-03-08, 04:50 PM
After the first week of owning and riding a decent bike that fits, I have to say WOW! It almost feels addictive. Each day I set a route, and I find myself adding to it. Usually one of those "let's see where this goes" kind of journeys.

Since last friday I have a little over 60 miles under my belt. 47 of that in the last 3 days. Today being the most at 17 miles. I try not to avoid the inclines. I do have to stop from time to time to catch my breath or a drink,and there is a park in the next town that I stop for maybe 20 minutes to give my legs and butt a rest. I'm finally starting to get a hang of the shifting,and pedalling up hills sitting down.

I now kick myself for not doing this sooner,even though I have thought about biking for a few years now.

Now I wonder if I can talk my boss into giving me a long extended break each day to catch a morning ride :D

The Historian
07-04-08, 08:47 AM
After the first week of owning and riding a decent bike that fits, I have to say WOW! It almost feels addictive. Each day I set a route, and I find myself adding to it. Usually one of those "let's see where this goes" kind of journeys.

Since last friday I have a little over 60 miles under my belt. 47 of that in the last 3 days. Today being the most at 17 miles. I try not to avoid the inclines. I do have to stop from time to time to catch my breath or a drink,and there is a park in the next town that I stop for maybe 20 minutes to give my legs and butt a rest. I'm finally starting to get a hang of the shifting,and pedalling up hills sitting down.

I now kick myself for not doing this sooner,even though I have thought about biking for a few years now.

Now I wonder if I can talk my boss into giving me a long extended break each day to catch a morning ride :D

We got him, folks. He's addicted!

Tom Stormcrowe
07-04-08, 09:03 AM
Next step......infect him with the Triathlon bug. ;) Or touring :D

keracer
07-04-08, 09:38 AM
Quite hooked. Just got in from a ride in a drizzle, now I remember why I hate wearing glasses...lol

Triathlon? Touring? I'm just happy I can ride to the next town and back...lol


I will admit(maybe I did before), This section is a big motivator. I love reading about the goals that many have surpassed.