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05-26-07, 04:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Tom Stormcrowe
05-26-07, 10:06 AM
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Originally Posted by GypsyAngel
cyclokitty... Let me know how you like the skorts after riding a while in them. I'm thinking of picking up a couple pairs but want to make sure they're as comfortable as they are cute. I'm afraid of the skirt part inching up as I pedal and ending up looking like a tutu around my waist when I jump off the bike. 
Thanks!
Gypsy
Thanks!
Gypsy
The skirt part is wraparound, so it doesn't bunch up. It drapes across you thighs and keeps you well covered. You don't sit on the back of the skirt, instead it flows around you. There is an extra lycra triangle at the back of the waist for a little extra stretch. The shorts are well made - strong, stretchy, and a good durable weight with a flexible stretch chamois. The shorts alone are worth the price! When I got off the bike the skirt immediatley covers you up. I'm 5'2 and the skirt drops to my bottow of my knee cap (catholic school length!). Mine are Terry's Plus Skort, they also make them in regular sizes in two lengths. I bought the 3X which is a 22 - 24 size range and it is a very generous size. I think I may go for the 2X because I have sinched up the waist clasp to its smallest size (luckily, I can sew). I've worn them all week and they are now my favourite!
05-26-07, 10:11 AM
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05-26-07, 11:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Tom Stormcrowe
And for the record I don't mind you visiting us. If the thread was closed to men it would be in the Women's Forum. You've been a wealth of info to me and I regularly hang out in the Clyde's forum though I'm female.
Cyclokitty... thanks so much for the info! I think I will get a skort!
Gypsy
05-27-07, 09:36 AM
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Originally Posted by cyclokitty
My first bike ride didn't even measure in miles or km. It was more like feet... I was too afraid of falling in traffic so I rode my bike up and down a lane at a nearby park!)
Originally Posted by cyclokitty
It's amazing how soon you double up the distance. Just the other day I rode my longest ride with only a 6 minute banana break - 20km!
Originally Posted by cyclokitty
Last year I needed a break every 1/2 hour of so of riding. With each ride you get stronger legs and better balance. I pretty thrilled that I can pedal constantly and consistently for longer and longer periods of time. It's been worth all of the bruises, sore muscles, and the one fall I've had (knock on wood, really really hard)!)
Originally Posted by cyclokitty
Can't wait until tomorrow! I'm gunning for 25 to 30 km!)
05-27-07, 09:41 AM
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Originally Posted by cyclokitty
The skirt part is wraparound, so it doesn't bunch up. It drapes across you thighs and keeps you well covered. You don't sit on the back of the skirt, instead it flows around you. There is an extra lycra triangle at the back of the waist for a little extra stretch. The shorts are well made - strong, stretchy, and a good durable weight with a flexible stretch chamois. The shorts alone are worth the price! When I got off the bike the skirt immediatley covers you up. I'm 5'2 and the skirt drops to my bottow of my knee cap (catholic school length!). Mine are Terry's Plus Skort, they also make them in regular sizes in two lengths. I bought the 3X which is a 22 - 24 size range and it is a very generous size. I think I may go for the 2X because I have sinched up the waist clasp to its smallest size (luckily, I can sew). I've worn them all week and they are now my favourite!
Now, with this information I feel more confident about ordering one (which I'm about to do) I love this site!
05-27-07, 09:46 AM
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Tom,
You have helped me transition into the BFs, offered useful suggestions, and given me kind words. Your presence adds to this thread and will continue to do so, imho. The thread would be less active if you were not contributing.
You have helped me transition into the BFs, offered useful suggestions, and given me kind words. Your presence adds to this thread and will continue to do so, imho. The thread would be less active if you were not contributing.
05-27-07, 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by lil brown bat
This thread might do better...
This is a good thing.
05-29-07, 08:01 AM
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I browse threads rather than subscribing, so that accounts for my usage pattern.
Mirysien, one thing that helps me is the range of people I see riding, particularly on my commute. It's very clear that there's no uniform and no one body type.
BTW, thanks to whoever posted the link to teamestrogen.com -- I got a jersey and a new pair of shorts from them, and I love them! Gonna get some more today!
Mirysien, one thing that helps me is the range of people I see riding, particularly on my commute. It's very clear that there's no uniform and no one body type.
BTW, thanks to whoever posted the link to teamestrogen.com -- I got a jersey and a new pair of shorts from them, and I love them! Gonna get some more today!
05-29-07, 04:32 PM
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Hello there GypsyAngel
It is the one and only crazylady. I heard you were asking about me and my posting. I do have a lot of things to catch up on. Thank You for asking about me. It got Tom off the computer long enough to let me do this.
Just kidding there.
Talk again soon.
Crazylady
Just kidding there.
Talk again soon.
Crazylady
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05-30-07, 06:32 AM
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Hi Crazylady! It's good to see you!
I hope things are going well. I was asking Tom about you yesterday since you hadn't been by in a while. Glad you stopped by!
Have a great summer.
Gypsy
I hope things are going well. I was asking Tom about you yesterday since you hadn't been by in a while. Glad you stopped by!
Have a great summer.
Gypsy
06-01-07, 08:00 AM
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Re the Terry wrap skort thingy -- I've worn one for a couple of years. Very comfy, and a nice alternative. But the front of the skirt does tend to flap around when you get some speed going, so I usually end up tucking the loose end into the cuff of my left leg. Not the prettiest, but less annoying!
Earlier I had posted about my lower back pain, and was offered some re-fitting suggestions. I have since been refitted at the LBS and got a shorter stem, moved the seat forward, and purchased a new saddle. So far my back feels pretty good, but I haven't yet had a long enough ride to really test it out. I'm still getting used to being much closer to the handlebars. Also, I'm having to relearn how to sit on my sit bones properly by tucking my butt under. Its a little awkward, but I imagine I'll adapt. The one thing that this new position really made clear was how weak my abs are -- time to get a stability ball and start doing some crunches, I guess!
Earlier I had posted about my lower back pain, and was offered some re-fitting suggestions. I have since been refitted at the LBS and got a shorter stem, moved the seat forward, and purchased a new saddle. So far my back feels pretty good, but I haven't yet had a long enough ride to really test it out. I'm still getting used to being much closer to the handlebars. Also, I'm having to relearn how to sit on my sit bones properly by tucking my butt under. Its a little awkward, but I imagine I'll adapt. The one thing that this new position really made clear was how weak my abs are -- time to get a stability ball and start doing some crunches, I guess!
06-03-07, 08:26 PM
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Name: LesFortAge: 43
Marital Status: committed relationship 2 kids
Height/weight: 5'8.5"/225 lbs
What bike do you currently ride: 1993 Specialized Allez
How long have you been riding?: Just started. Just bought starter bike. Want to bike in the AIDs ride from San Franscisco to Los Angeles 2008.
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: Story of my life... ALWAYS. I keep injuring myself and having set backs. Lots of exercise, need to change my eating habits.
What is your ultimate goal?: If I hit the 100's I would be thrilled but 160-170 would be perfect for me.
How often do you ride and for how long?: Bought bike yesterday but was doing 20 mis in the gym before, I expect I will ride 20 miles 2-3 times a week.
What is your favorite thing about riding?: Endorphins! My sense of well-being is so much greater with exercise and biking is enjoyable and easy on the body. I am feeling changes also.
Which frame is the best for an Athena? Steel, carbon, aluminum?
Thanks
06-05-07, 09:54 AM
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Allow me to introduce myself...
Name: Kathy
Age: 47
Marital Status: Married forever with 2 grown kids.
Height/weight: 5'3 1/2", 205#.
What bike do you currently ride: Now myTrek Navigator 200, My husband just bought me a road bike off ebay for my birthday. I await it anxiously.
How long have you been riding?: I started riding regularly in March. And of course when I was a kid I bombed around the neighborhood on my bike all the time. Come to think of it, when I stopped doing that was when I started to gain weight!
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: Yes, by cutting out most of the junk food and eating low fat, reducing calorie intake and kicking up the exercise to high gear. That's not working though and I'm going to have to resort to actual dieting, probably Weight Watchers.
What is your ultimate goal?: To be healthy into old age and not develop the familial Type II Diabetes. Also, I think eventually I'd enjoy doing a little touring.
How often do you ride and for how long?: I'm riding about 4-5 days a week now, usually an hour or two each ride. I'm trying to make a 100 mile week this week for the first time. Last week I made 90.
What is your favorite thing about riding?: I feel strong and healthy when I ride. I'm doing something good for myself and I'm actually enjoying it.
Age: 47
Marital Status: Married forever with 2 grown kids.
Height/weight: 5'3 1/2", 205#.
What bike do you currently ride: Now myTrek Navigator 200, My husband just bought me a road bike off ebay for my birthday. I await it anxiously.
How long have you been riding?: I started riding regularly in March. And of course when I was a kid I bombed around the neighborhood on my bike all the time. Come to think of it, when I stopped doing that was when I started to gain weight!
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: Yes, by cutting out most of the junk food and eating low fat, reducing calorie intake and kicking up the exercise to high gear. That's not working though and I'm going to have to resort to actual dieting, probably Weight Watchers.
What is your ultimate goal?: To be healthy into old age and not develop the familial Type II Diabetes. Also, I think eventually I'd enjoy doing a little touring.
How often do you ride and for how long?: I'm riding about 4-5 days a week now, usually an hour or two each ride. I'm trying to make a 100 mile week this week for the first time. Last week I made 90.
What is your favorite thing about riding?: I feel strong and healthy when I ride. I'm doing something good for myself and I'm actually enjoying it.
06-19-07, 08:01 AM
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Name: Susan
Age: 47
Marital Status: Not married
Height/weight: 5'8 1/2", 208#.
What bike do you currently ride: Rivendell Atlantis, Klein Stage Comp, Bridgestone 200, and an SR touring bike.
How long have you been riding?: In the 80's, I commuted by bike, In the 90's, I never touched a bike. 2001 I started riding short distances to exercise my dog on a 60-lb bike. Got my new bike June 2007. Accumulated 2 more since and dragged my old one out of the garage.
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: I'm doing nutrisystems, and I don't think it will work with all this exercise, because I'm starving.
What is your ultimate goal?: I'd like to do longer distances and explore on the bike, like to get to 140, which is a good weight for me when I'm muscled.
How often do you ride and for how long?: I'm building up slowly. I'm now up to about 10 miles/day, every day.
What is your favorite thing about riding?: Being on roads and trails I've never been on before.
Age: 47
Marital Status: Not married
Height/weight: 5'8 1/2", 208#.
What bike do you currently ride: Rivendell Atlantis, Klein Stage Comp, Bridgestone 200, and an SR touring bike.
How long have you been riding?: In the 80's, I commuted by bike, In the 90's, I never touched a bike. 2001 I started riding short distances to exercise my dog on a 60-lb bike. Got my new bike June 2007. Accumulated 2 more since and dragged my old one out of the garage.
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: I'm doing nutrisystems, and I don't think it will work with all this exercise, because I'm starving.
What is your ultimate goal?: I'd like to do longer distances and explore on the bike, like to get to 140, which is a good weight for me when I'm muscled.
How often do you ride and for how long?: I'm building up slowly. I'm now up to about 10 miles/day, every day.
What is your favorite thing about riding?: Being on roads and trails I've never been on before.
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06-19-07, 09:18 AM
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Hi Athenas!
I was on vacation so am catching up on posts. Welcome to peddlingalong43, Kazzy, and solveg!!! Nice to see more people!
The latest from me...My Athena status is in no danger of changing! Not doing real well with the eating thing right now but still cycling and someday will get both the eating and exercising in sync. LOL!
I've said it before and I still wish some of you Athena's were closer! I'd love to ride with you!
CrazyLady... Love the signature!!!! That is really cool!
Enjoy the summer!
Sharon
I was on vacation so am catching up on posts. Welcome to peddlingalong43, Kazzy, and solveg!!! Nice to see more people!
The latest from me...My Athena status is in no danger of changing! Not doing real well with the eating thing right now but still cycling and someday will get both the eating and exercising in sync. LOL!
I've said it before and I still wish some of you Athena's were closer! I'd love to ride with you!
CrazyLady... Love the signature!!!! That is really cool!
Enjoy the summer!
Sharon
06-21-07, 11:33 AM
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I made a post over on the Clyde's forum, and thought I would add one here to:
Hi! I'm a 32 y.o. female living in the Detroit, MI, area. I'm married with two young children. I'm 5'8" and 375lbs. I've never learned to ride a bike. Probably about 5 years ago (and about 100 lbs ago), I first borrowed a friends bike to try to learn to ride. I was having fun with it and ended up buying a mountain bike from WalMart for myself. At one point I managed to actually "ride" for about 20 seconds. It was pretty exciting! I don't remember what stopped me from going out and trying again. I probably used the excuse of being busy with too much work and school.
My husband (Altinos) really enjoys riding and I would love to learn to ride so we can ride together. Seeing that there are other heavy people out there who can ride, and that there are products and equipment to make it easier and make us more comfortable is really promising.
I just wanted to introduce myself and just say that I'm really happy to have found a group of people who are in the same boat! I hope the Athena's thread here continues to become more active. I think women have some different challenges than men might (skorts for example!) and it really is nice to be able to share and learn from each other.
Hi! I'm a 32 y.o. female living in the Detroit, MI, area. I'm married with two young children. I'm 5'8" and 375lbs. I've never learned to ride a bike. Probably about 5 years ago (and about 100 lbs ago), I first borrowed a friends bike to try to learn to ride. I was having fun with it and ended up buying a mountain bike from WalMart for myself. At one point I managed to actually "ride" for about 20 seconds. It was pretty exciting! I don't remember what stopped me from going out and trying again. I probably used the excuse of being busy with too much work and school.
My husband (Altinos) really enjoys riding and I would love to learn to ride so we can ride together. Seeing that there are other heavy people out there who can ride, and that there are products and equipment to make it easier and make us more comfortable is really promising.
I just wanted to introduce myself and just say that I'm really happy to have found a group of people who are in the same boat! I hope the Athena's thread here continues to become more active. I think women have some different challenges than men might (skorts for example!) and it really is nice to be able to share and learn from each other.
06-21-07, 12:20 PM
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Squirrel
Originally Posted by AppleDipper
(skorts for example!)
I've never worn bike clothes, so I'm skeptical. I finally ordered some, and they're due to arrive today. I've been putting off my ride, waiting for them, and now storms are moving in. I just find it hard to believe they'll be better then the ol' terry cloth bright orange (visible!) skort.
06-27-07, 03:25 PM
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Name: Suzanne
Age: 50
Marital Status: Married (husband has Alzheimer's) 2 grown daughters
Height/weight: 5'3, 235#. down from 317 Aug. 06
What bike do you currently ride: Raleigh Passage 3.0 in spicy orange
How long have you been riding?: Lots as a kid - started again 4 months ago
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: Walk 3 miles every morning and bike everywhere. No alcohol, no red meat - nothing between meals (well, I try!)
What is your ultimate goal?: Who knows.
How often do you ride and for how long?: Every day - shopping, library, beach. Unless I have to drive my husband or the pets - I go by bike. Recreational rides up to 2 hrs.
What is your favorite thing about riding?: Going downhill.
Age: 50
Marital Status: Married (husband has Alzheimer's) 2 grown daughters
Height/weight: 5'3, 235#. down from 317 Aug. 06
What bike do you currently ride: Raleigh Passage 3.0 in spicy orange
How long have you been riding?: Lots as a kid - started again 4 months ago
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: Walk 3 miles every morning and bike everywhere. No alcohol, no red meat - nothing between meals (well, I try!)
What is your ultimate goal?: Who knows.
How often do you ride and for how long?: Every day - shopping, library, beach. Unless I have to drive my husband or the pets - I go by bike. Recreational rides up to 2 hrs.
What is your favorite thing about riding?: Going downhill.
07-04-07, 02:20 AM
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Name: Jennifer
Age: 20
Marital Status: Single
Height/weight: 5'11 / 286lb (was 320)
What bike do you currently ride: Giant OCR 2 and Dunlop Lakeside (Mountain Bike)
How long have you been riding?: Road Bikes for the last month and mountain bikes since I was 10
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: Yes, Gym workouts, Cycling (Of course!), healthy diet and limiting alcohol
What is your ultimate goal?: Weight wise 170-180lb and fit into a cycling suit. Cycling wise to improve average speeds and work on hill climbing.
How often do you ride and for how long?: 1-2 Times a week, 30-50km a ride
What is your favorite thing about riding?: Feeling the breeze in my hair and the freedom of enjoying the tranquility and beauty of nature
Age: 20
Marital Status: Single
Height/weight: 5'11 / 286lb (was 320)
What bike do you currently ride: Giant OCR 2 and Dunlop Lakeside (Mountain Bike)
How long have you been riding?: Road Bikes for the last month and mountain bikes since I was 10
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: Yes, Gym workouts, Cycling (Of course!), healthy diet and limiting alcohol
What is your ultimate goal?: Weight wise 170-180lb and fit into a cycling suit. Cycling wise to improve average speeds and work on hill climbing.
How often do you ride and for how long?: 1-2 Times a week, 30-50km a ride
What is your favorite thing about riding?: Feeling the breeze in my hair and the freedom of enjoying the tranquility and beauty of nature
07-05-07, 07:27 PM
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Name: Bobbye
Age: 27
Marital Status: Married 2 years, no kids, 2 dogs, 1 cat, 2 ferrets
Height/weight: 5'9/240#
What bike do you currently ride: LOL you don't wanna know about my walmart special
How long have you been riding?: 6/30/07
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: I'm riding 6 miles a day, trying to build muscle and burn fat. I try to eat subway one meal a day
What is your ultimate goal?: To have a lean look, athletic
How often do you ride and for how long?: I'm riding 6 miles a day, building myself up, because I've been really out of shape and LAZY
What is your favorite thing about riding?: I feel freeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
Age: 27
Marital Status: Married 2 years, no kids, 2 dogs, 1 cat, 2 ferrets
Height/weight: 5'9/240#
What bike do you currently ride: LOL you don't wanna know about my walmart special
How long have you been riding?: 6/30/07
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: I'm riding 6 miles a day, trying to build muscle and burn fat. I try to eat subway one meal a day
What is your ultimate goal?: To have a lean look, athletic
How often do you ride and for how long?: I'm riding 6 miles a day, building myself up, because I've been really out of shape and LAZY
What is your favorite thing about riding?: I feel freeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
07-06-07, 07:54 AM
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Just popping in to say welcome to the new Athena's.
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"We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals." - Immanuel Kant
07-08-07, 05:02 PM
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Name: Meira
Age: 34
Marital Status: Married, with 3 kids
Height/weight: 5'0" / 250 lbs
What bike do you currently ride: None ;o( . . . I'm researching
How long have you been riding?: I rode A LOT as a kid, and hope to get back on soon
Are you trying to lose weight?: I'm thinking about it. What I'm REALLY trying to do is love & enjoy my body regardless of it's shape.
Hi all! This morning I supported my best friend as she swam/ran/biked her 2nd triathlon. I was so proud of her that I cried. In the registration forms for other local upcoming triathlons I noticed something about Athenas (What? Fat women bike?!?!?) & had to google the term. I currently have no intentions of ever being a triathlete, but I thought I was simply too fat to even ride a bike -- finding you gals has made me very excited. We don't have a lot (<$200) to spend on a bike, so it's gonna take some searching on my part to find a good match to my height and weight. Any advice would be very appreciated!
BTW, Lil_Round_One -- I've struggled with infertility (5 years due to PCOS) as well & I wish you the best of luck!
Age: 34
Marital Status: Married, with 3 kids
Height/weight: 5'0" / 250 lbs
What bike do you currently ride: None ;o( . . . I'm researching
How long have you been riding?: I rode A LOT as a kid, and hope to get back on soon
Are you trying to lose weight?: I'm thinking about it. What I'm REALLY trying to do is love & enjoy my body regardless of it's shape.
Hi all! This morning I supported my best friend as she swam/ran/biked her 2nd triathlon. I was so proud of her that I cried. In the registration forms for other local upcoming triathlons I noticed something about Athenas (What? Fat women bike?!?!?) & had to google the term. I currently have no intentions of ever being a triathlete, but I thought I was simply too fat to even ride a bike -- finding you gals has made me very excited. We don't have a lot (<$200) to spend on a bike, so it's gonna take some searching on my part to find a good match to my height and weight. Any advice would be very appreciated!
BTW, Lil_Round_One -- I've struggled with infertility (5 years due to PCOS) as well & I wish you the best of luck!
07-08-07, 05:57 PM
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Name: Becky
Age: 32
Marital Status: Widowed (as of 2004)
Height/weight: 5'11"/385
What bike do you currently ride: Raleigh Venture 4.0
How long have you been riding?: 6/1/07, more or less
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: I'm not TRYING to lose weight, I'm GOING to lose weight! Calorie counting, biking, walking, and some swimming.
What is your ultimate goal?: To be under 200 lbs, strong, and fit. The much-hated charts say I should weigh 170, but.. hmm.. haven't seen that since I was about 12? Have to wait and see. I'm also thinking about doing triathlons, someday.
How often do you ride and for how long?: I ride 3-4-5 days a week, at least 5-6-7 miles each time (that distance is increasing pretty quickly). I try to ride, swim or walk every day.
What is your favorite thing about riding?: I'm starting to think of myself as an athlete!
Nice to meet everyone - I've been thinking about ordering from TeamEstrogen for some cooler-weather bike clothes (no point in buying summertime ones, they wont' fit next year). Glad to see they've fit others here.
Age: 32
Marital Status: Widowed (as of 2004)
Height/weight: 5'11"/385
What bike do you currently ride: Raleigh Venture 4.0
How long have you been riding?: 6/1/07, more or less
Are you currently trying to lose weight, and how are you going about it?: I'm not TRYING to lose weight, I'm GOING to lose weight! Calorie counting, biking, walking, and some swimming.
What is your ultimate goal?: To be under 200 lbs, strong, and fit. The much-hated charts say I should weigh 170, but.. hmm.. haven't seen that since I was about 12? Have to wait and see. I'm also thinking about doing triathlons, someday.
How often do you ride and for how long?: I ride 3-4-5 days a week, at least 5-6-7 miles each time (that distance is increasing pretty quickly). I try to ride, swim or walk every day.
What is your favorite thing about riding?: I'm starting to think of myself as an athlete!
Nice to meet everyone - I've been thinking about ordering from TeamEstrogen for some cooler-weather bike clothes (no point in buying summertime ones, they wont' fit next year). Glad to see they've fit others here.
07-08-07, 05:57 PM
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Squirrel
Welcome! Sorry I didn't notice you newcomers sooner... the Athena area tends to be a little quiet, so I don't check it often.
Hey! Maybe we can change that!
Anyway, welcome.
Susan
Hey! Maybe we can change that!
Anyway, welcome.
Susan
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