Hello all! My name is Pete, from Central Pennsylvania. The majority of my younger years were spent skateboarding, so I come to this forum with very limited cycling knowledge. Growing up, I spent some time on BMX bikes, and later, mountain bikes. I have recently decided to dust off the old mountain bike for leisure/exercise, and thus far I've really enjoyed it. After a couple months of riding, I've decided it's time to purchase what will be my first REAL bike. I've yet to pull the trigger on a purchase - still doing my research. That's why I'm here...

Doing my online research, I'm always being directed to helpful posts found on this forum. Some of you have already been so helpful to me and you don't even know it! Thanks you! So, I figured... why not join?