Helllo There from Central California
 

Hi All! :)

My name is Kim, 44 yo woman, a semi-new cyclist.... I mean most of us cycled as kids. So maybe its better to just say that I have rediscovered cycling and rekindled an old love affair!! I made the difficult decision to divorce my car about 4 weeks ago. So far, so good.

I have been trying to maintain a weekly mileage increase of 10%. As a previous distance runner I know to be careful about building too fast or overtraining. My goal is to complete the 42 mile (roundtrip) trek to work daily or at least several days a week on a regular basis. I am currently using the bus system for a good portion of my ride. I use my bicycle for all my transportation needs. At this time I have an inexpensive (CHEAP) 21 speed Schwinn hybrid I bought at Target a couple years ago. She hasn't let me down yet though. I have added a removable basket and rear rack. Panniers are next. I plan on using this bike for local chore runs and eventually (hopefully within the next 4 to 6 weeks) buy a better bike for my commute and longer rides. Still trying to decide between Road or Hybrid.

Well I guess that's the basics :) be seeing you all around!

Kim

Welcome Kim to Bike Forums.
Take some test rides on new bikes.
Get the one that has the best fit.

Hi Kim,
I'm another "retread" rider. Bought myself a 29-inch "comfort" cruiser, about 3 years ago. Been recently acquiring accoutrements for recreational riding, mostly.
Also, as a refugee from your baliwick (Hanford, CA), about 30 years ago, I envy your (relatively) flat terrain. I've got a lot of ups-&-downs, here in "The Palm Springs of The North" (a local businessman actually had the audacity to put up a large sign on the freeway here, in Yakima, WA!).
Best of luck,
Chris