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07-12-09, 08:49 PM
Hey guys,
I am a new rider, and new to this forum. I started riding about a month ago, and have since put some miles on my new bike and I love it. I have also been watching the TDF and it pumps me up every time I see it. I dream about riding and I look forward to every time I get on the road.. Right now I am riding about 30-40 miles, 15 the next day, resting, then 30 again, so on.. Slowly going farther and farther every time I ride.. My goal is to eventually join a race or tour. I'm sure some of you guys do this on a regular basis - what are you stories? How did you start, what shape were you in? What should I aim for (average mph, distance) in order to get myself comfortable for my first race or tour? Should I cancel my gym membership and just ride everyday? I know this is a lot of questions, and they are pretty general but any advice would be awesome..
I am very excited to join the cycling community! I had some major problems today on the road (screwed up my back brakes trying to fix my flat tire) and luckily a rider came by and helped me out - everyone seems very helpful..
-leaf
I am a new rider, and new to this forum. I started riding about a month ago, and have since put some miles on my new bike and I love it. I have also been watching the TDF and it pumps me up every time I see it. I dream about riding and I look forward to every time I get on the road.. Right now I am riding about 30-40 miles, 15 the next day, resting, then 30 again, so on.. Slowly going farther and farther every time I ride.. My goal is to eventually join a race or tour. I'm sure some of you guys do this on a regular basis - what are you stories? How did you start, what shape were you in? What should I aim for (average mph, distance) in order to get myself comfortable for my first race or tour? Should I cancel my gym membership and just ride everyday? I know this is a lot of questions, and they are pretty general but any advice would be awesome..
I am very excited to join the cycling community! I had some major problems today on the road (screwed up my back brakes trying to fix my flat tire) and luckily a rider came by and helped me out - everyone seems very helpful..
-leaf