Howdy to everyone from Central Illinois
 

I am getting into bikes after not riding much these past few years, Never riding seriously since before I could drive, and after helping a friend find a bike for their daughter.

While shopping, I found a tall green bike, that looked like a nicer bike. I knew nothing about it. I bought it on a whim, and I really enjoy riding it. Much more than I thought I would.

I did some online searching to see what I had found. It was a road bike. I have never owned one before, and after learning and riding it, I don't want a mountain bike (last one I had in 2005) or a comfort bike like my wife owns.

It's a mostly original except for tires and seat. I found a 1984 Fuji Del Ray. It's the lightest fastest bike I have ever ridden. the Local bike shop is two blocks away, and they were nice with helping me out with a helmet, gloves, water bottle, lots of advice, and info on the first local beginner's group ride.

I ride motorcycles a lot (dual sport) and some of the knowledge crosses over, a lot of the commom sense does.

I'm mostly here to lurk, and learn.

Hello Cauldron from Texas.

Welcome to Bike Forums from a 70y/o road rider.

Welcome aboard :)

Welcome I am also new here and from the big IL, fair terrain for all types of riding around us.

Hello Cauldron, good to have you here at BF, you picked a nice bike to start your riding with, visit the Classic and Vintage Forum and [post some pictures there, the great folks in the C&V Forum will be glad to discuss your ride with you and if needed you can ask them questions.

Bill