Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
My total one-way commute is 30 miles, but I always use a bus to cover 12 of those miles.
During the summer months my 36 mile RT commute was just right, long... but not too long. I lost 20 lbs since May and would like to lose another 20 lbs. That would put me near 200 lbs for the first time in 20 years.
I studied my route on the way home today; it’s just the 4 miles as I leave home that seem to have the most aggressive drivers and the tightest congestion. I may just eliminate that section. This will provide me with a 28 mile RT commute and keep a few more miles off the car.
Michael
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
Last edited by Barrettscv; 09-08-08 at 05:35 PM.