billbunton

I'm not much of one for posting on forums, but thought I'd at least give a brief intro. Back in the late '80s I was riding 6-7000 miles/year, and racing a fair amount. In '91 or so I stopped riding (long story that I won't bore you with). After moving to Idaho, in '95 I got back on the bike for four or five rides that probably totaled 20 miles or so.

I went in to REI a couple weeks ago and stopped and took a quick look at bicycles. Mistake! I've been trying to avoid getting another bike because I knew I'd become addicted again. I went back last Monday and bought a Novara Squadra. So much for that goal... So now my goal is to not start racing again :-)

East Hill

Teach you to go into REI, eh?

So...how many miles do you have on the bike now ?

Welcome to BF, and feel free to PM me with any questions !

East Hill
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billbunton

Yeah, it'll definitely teach me. On the other hand, it'll make for a nice dividend this year :-)

I'm a bit embarrassed to say I've only got 55 miles on it. But I guess that's not too bad for the first week of riding after 13+ years off bikes.

East Hill

Good point! Which reminds me, after spending several bucks on my lighting systems, so will I!

No, not bad at all!

East Hill

Mash Master

Welcome! I'm in Austin too. The ACA has good rides and there is a good group that rides out of Buck's bikes on tuesday and thursday nights.

billbunton

Thanks for the welcome! I found the ACA site Sunday, paid for a membership. I'm still waiting for my account to be approved for map access. If Ike decides to stay away a friend and I plan to be in Sun City at 8:00 on Sunday for the ride.