Wow, thanks for all the encouraging words.

If my being there is the motivational boost he needs to go from couch to actually getting fit and staying healthy, its a no brainer, im there. I'll drive to work a day or 2 a week to keep from overtraining if need be. And ya, having a good friend to ride with and bs instead of rethinking life every ride is a nice bonus

Just odd to finally have someone follow thru on the "i should try that" we all hear so often

And i can always use the extra miles, means more ice cream !!!!