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Old 03-01-17, 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by nicetry
any tips for a new rider that you wish someone had told you when you started?
everyone's journey is different & personal. for me a cpl things cud have been
  • just get a modern road bike & don't mess with old broken mountain bikes & hybrids
  • spring for brand name cycling specific clothes & don't waste your time trying to make other stuff work
both those tips would have saved me a lot of money, time & hassle
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