Me too, pal
[QUOTE=Retro Grouch;14355739]I never regained that carefree feeling that I used to have when I rode. QUOTE]
That's a pretty brave and frank post, and I think it's one of the best things about BF that people can be open and confident of a supportive reply.
You and I have exchanged injury stories, and wished each other well. I do so again now.
If I can mention my own feelings now, just to empathise....
I still love riding my bike, but I'm so inhibited. I won't let the bike roll free on a downhill, and I hate riding in close company - if a good friend and sound bike-handler wants to be alongside to chat, I explain why I don't want proximity and I'd prefer to shout.
I just wish you some easing of the anxiety, which will probably come with more times of less demanding rides. Hang tough