I'm one of the few bikers in the middle of flat North Dakota - I wear my helmet on the highway rides, but I don't see the need in my quick trips around my small town (the few drivers are easy to dodge). As a rule, my ride times are alone and @ 15-20 miles. I am definitely a slow, casual biker. I like that I can be outside in beautiful weather and not have the sun set till @ 10:00 pm.

I've gotten more involved with biking since I refurbished my 1st bike - a 1974 Schwinn Super Sport (bought with hs graduation money). I recently bought a 1972 Schwinn Sports Tourer (complete Classic/Vintage guy) at a rummage sale and this winter did the same to it - can't wait for the snow to melt.

I intend to bike more this summer. I want to see if I can do 50 miles consistently and then who knows. . . . I also intend to go to a nearby river valley and finally ride up & down a couple hills.

Just important to ride.
KCC