Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
While I am a strong believer in setting high standards and pushing beyond mental and emotional limits, I also believe that success is a long term proposition and that moderation has a role to play.
As a fifty-something cycling enthusiast, I know that the real race is that against decline. My goal is to remain as fit as I was when I was middle aged. After five years of moderate effort, I’m in the best shape I’ve been in 25 years. Now I just want to maintain my fitness and lose the last 10-15 pounds of excess weight.
If I can persist with my 4000 to 5000 miles/year of cycling, along with 10 days a month of cross training, I will fulfill this goal.
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
Last edited by Barrettscv; 02-26-12 at 10:01 AM.