You rock. There are some great stories in this thread, indicative as much of the will driving the engine as the effects of biking.

I achieved my growth early - what there was of it. Topped out at 5'-7" at 14, hit 145lbs in Basic Training and now hover around 140 at the age of 52. I'm car-free for almost 20 years and have practiced Calorie Restriction for more than a decade; my weight isn't going anywhere.