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12-26-06, 04:46 PM
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I'm 60 yrs. young and, as a result of a cardiovascular wake-up call, a bike rider again. I commuted to work in the early and middle 70's via bicycle, but I foolishly gave it up. I'm starting over in Florida and I ride a paltry 6 miles/day, but at least I keep up a very fast cadence. I'm using a 10 year old Trek 700 hybrid which, while adequate in many ways, makes riding into the prevailing winds tough. Hope to get a road bike and get up to 15-20 miles per day.
12-26-06, 09:13 PM
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Welcome to BF! And regardless of what puts you back on a bike, it's all good. Hurry up and get that road bike, and join us roadies on the dark side! 
12-27-06, 12:12 AM
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It sounds like you're off to a great start - keep up the great work! 
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