Originally Posted by ...nick
So, the next time you’re on a bike, examine the experience of going for a ride. Think of what motivates you, the common themes across the different disciplines of riding and racing; and how your experience as a cyclist has affected the rest of your life. If you want, focus on one aspect of the ride; break down the process of cornering; how do you handle traffic, etc.
In short, why do you ride?
What motivates me is speed...driving, running, riding...I like to go fast...so I'm always pushing my limits...better on a bike than on a car
I havent raced yet, so i cannot honestly answer this one...maybe in a year.
My experience has shown me how easy it is to get exercise while doing mundane things (groceries, commute to work, etc), it has also shown me that I am capable of far more than I imagined...I never htought I would be capable of the speeds or sprint power I have at my weight. I may not be competition grade, but man I can cook..
It's affected the rest of my life be showing me how needlessly dependant on cars I was, and that exercise doesnt have to be a chore.
Night riding tip: Bright lights are more important than number of lights. Get the brightest rear lamp you can afford. Also invest in a strong front headlamp, since you will not only need to see the road, but let motorists see you coming form a distance...this helps avoid having them jump out of a driveway right in your path and other such problems.