25 years ago, before I was a cyclist, I was a runner. I sometimes miss the simplicity. The only "gear" I was concerned about then were shoes. I had a box where I'd unsentimentally throw them when they wore out (I was never a Shoe-Goo artist). As long as they fit well and I felt they were as protective as possible, I didn't think much about them. Performance was always an internal thing: attitude, preparation, diet, etc. Cycling equipment adds a huge dimension to what we do. So much seems to hang on Q-factor, tire width, butted spokes, etc. and always Bike Fit.........things external. Plus all the usual things internal.

I love cycling...but I sometimes miss the relative simplicity of running.