Newbie in Little Rock, AR
05-10-17, 03:49 PM
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Newbie in Little Rock, AR
Hey Everyone!
New(ish) rider here. I like, many others here, used to "call" myself a runner, though never really got deep into the sport. Mostly just races here and there, and my one 13.1 race. I was given my first road bike this past December by my parents (best Christmas surprise ever!). It's a 2015 Specialized Allez Sport, and I've loved riding it as often as possible since. I've been somewhat lurking on the forums for a little while now, usually when I should be working. Thought it might be time to try and be a little more active. I have to say I'm enjoying the cycling community in Arkansas and online much more than I did the running community, not sure why. Maybe because I'm a guy, and I like expensive, shiny toys. I've added a few upgrades to the bike already after getting fit (shorter stem, Speedplay Zero pedals). I'm really just enjoying getting better at cycling and look forward to continuing longer than running. Knee issues plague the men in my family (and I'm only 28), so hopefully this will be more permanent. Looking forward to everything!
Cheers!
New(ish) rider here. I like, many others here, used to "call" myself a runner, though never really got deep into the sport. Mostly just races here and there, and my one 13.1 race. I was given my first road bike this past December by my parents (best Christmas surprise ever!). It's a 2015 Specialized Allez Sport, and I've loved riding it as often as possible since. I've been somewhat lurking on the forums for a little while now, usually when I should be working. Thought it might be time to try and be a little more active. I have to say I'm enjoying the cycling community in Arkansas and online much more than I did the running community, not sure why. Maybe because I'm a guy, and I like expensive, shiny toys. I've added a few upgrades to the bike already after getting fit (shorter stem, Speedplay Zero pedals). I'm really just enjoying getting better at cycling and look forward to continuing longer than running. Knee issues plague the men in my family (and I'm only 28), so hopefully this will be more permanent. Looking forward to everything!
Cheers!
05-10-17, 03:53 PM
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Hello and Welcome to Bike Forums from Texas.
Go to shorter crank arms if you have knee problems.
Go to shorter crank arms if you have knee problems.
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05-11-17, 06:13 AM
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So it is
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Welcome, @theHomelessJedi It sounds like you've found you way around already. Enjoy the ride!
05-11-17, 06:44 AM
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Welcome to Bike Forums. Stop by the Southeast Regional subforum and say hello to the locals. You can find Arkansas folks here and in several other posts about Arkansas rides. Have fun.
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
