Originally Posted by
BigBlueToe
There are many reasons I cycle and all of them are important. The fact that it's so much fun is definitely one of the most important. When I'm flying along, feeling like a Tour de France rider (okay, it's silly, especially at my age, but I'll bet other people do it too) I'm having so much fun! I always imagine that if I could get other people to try it and find out how much fun it is, they'd become bike nuts too.
You bet! When I used to run I imagined I was Abebe Bikila (famous for an olympic barefoot marathon) with an effortless stride that could go forever. I do the same on a bike -effortless, machine-like cadence (requires some imagination).
Mostly I do workouts alone, and try to make every hill "my b*tch" (sorry). But group trips are also lots of fun. All day long rolling party with occasional break-aways that make you think about whether to chase or not. Love it. Want more!