Hi - intro from newbie in MA
08-16-05, 05:47 AM
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Hi - intro from newbie in MA
Hi folks,
- thought it was about time I posted an intro. I just started riding this past April, and have been lurking for about the same. I came upon this site while researching my current bike, a mid-80's steel Raleigh Marthon that I picked up at a yard sale for $15. So far it has done okay by me. I'm slowly and as inexpensively as possible getting into gear (generic clipless pedels and Cateye computer off of e$ay, Diadora shoes from LBS, shorts and jersey from Nashbar, etc.) I'm pretty sure cycling is going to stick, but I want to be really sure before laying out bigger dollars. I'm actively searching for my next bike, which I'd like to be a early/mid-90's Cannondale. I'd like to try an aluminum frame and overall nicer bike, and don't mind downtube shifters at this point in my cycling career. I'm not too worried about bike weight either; I've got a "few" pounds to deal with on me before I start worrying about how heavy my bike is :-)
I mostly cycle in western MA (happy valley) on weekends. I try to get a lunchtime ride in here and there while at work in eastern MA (Watertown). I'm fortunate to be surrounded by supportive cycling colleagues.
-Kevin
- thought it was about time I posted an intro. I just started riding this past April, and have been lurking for about the same. I came upon this site while researching my current bike, a mid-80's steel Raleigh Marthon that I picked up at a yard sale for $15. So far it has done okay by me. I'm slowly and as inexpensively as possible getting into gear (generic clipless pedels and Cateye computer off of e$ay, Diadora shoes from LBS, shorts and jersey from Nashbar, etc.) I'm pretty sure cycling is going to stick, but I want to be really sure before laying out bigger dollars. I'm actively searching for my next bike, which I'd like to be a early/mid-90's Cannondale. I'd like to try an aluminum frame and overall nicer bike, and don't mind downtube shifters at this point in my cycling career. I'm not too worried about bike weight either; I've got a "few" pounds to deal with on me before I start worrying about how heavy my bike is :-)
I mostly cycle in western MA (happy valley) on weekends. I try to get a lunchtime ride in here and there while at work in eastern MA (Watertown). I'm fortunate to be surrounded by supportive cycling colleagues.
-Kevin
08-18-05, 05:02 PM
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Hi Kevin,
Best of everything on your new life as a cyclist. It's a wonderful life. For what its worth, I just bought a new bike this Summer, and I have sitting around not getting any use is my 3 y.o. Lemond Zurich. Its a 51 cm. model. I've kept it in tip top shape. It has full Shimano Ultegra. Interested? Email me if you want more details.
Mike
Best of everything on your new life as a cyclist. It's a wonderful life. For what its worth, I just bought a new bike this Summer, and I have sitting around not getting any use is my 3 y.o. Lemond Zurich. Its a 51 cm. model. I've kept it in tip top shape. It has full Shimano Ultegra. Interested? Email me if you want more details.
Mike
08-19-05, 05:46 AM
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Welcome Kevin.
The older aluminum frames seem to have a harsher ride than the new ones so you may want to reconsider.
Originally Posted by .ks
I'm actively searching for my next bike, which I'd like to be a early/mid-90's Cannondale. I'd like to try an aluminum frame and overall nicer bike, and don't mind downtube shifters at this point in my cycling career.
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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.
