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Old 07-09-11, 11:57 AM
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Hey All

My name is John I am 15 and i have take up cycling this summer because I have access to my dads 20 year old velo sport road bike and ejoyed the challange. Now I can't get enough and am looking for a new bike because I am training for a triathalon. my dads bike is not reliable for long rides. Any tips about buying and riding would be appriciated.
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Welcome to the forum!

Check out the Triathlon forum for hints on how to train. You might also want to post a photo of your dad's Velo Sport in the Classic & Vintage forum. They can let you know if that bike will work for longer rides.
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