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
I have not tried to achieve the level of excellence that you have, jppe, so I'm not sure I can help.
A short time ago I was having my own issues. I stopped all my normal activities to care for a family member. I found that my passion for cycling was near zero, and I sold all but one of my bikes.
Fortunately, I starting riding with a cycling friend who kept a regular schedule. I began to feel better and started rebuilding my bike collection. During the winter, I was encouraged to join Vision Quest, a cycling/tri training club.
For me, it only takes a few weeks of fake-it until you make-it to get going again.
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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.