Everyone has limitations. Not allowing them to control your life is a major victory. I think you should allow yourself about 30 seconds to feel down. Then celebrate the hell out of being able to ride at all.
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A conclusion is the place where you got tired of thinking. - S. Wright
Favorite rides in the stable: Indy Fab CJ Ti - Colnago MXL - S-Works Roubaix - Habanero Team Issue - Jamis Eclipse carbon/831