Went to the dermatologist today to have some Mohs surgery to my face to remove squamous cell cancer. Turned out that he is quite a biker, having done Ride the Rockies twice, like I have, and rides in the same areas I do. He is going to do Bicycle Tour of Colorado this summer. He rides an Airborne (drool) and a Specialized Sequoia. He is a really nice guy, in early 50's.

Then, his assistant tells me that she also road bikes and ride a Bianchi.

So, after surgery (with the MD's clearance) my wife and I take a ride, trying out her new Trek 7300 and me riding the Lemond.

Great riding weather, wife did 5 miles and turned back (total of 10). I kept going and did about 20 all together.

Interesting day!

I had roughly the same experience with my doctor, too. During my introductory exam, she asked me what I did to keep in shape. Turned out she is an avid road cyclist and triathlete, rides a Merlin and a Quintana Roo.

I like having a doc who shares my hobbies - it means they often have personal practical experience with my complaints, both medical and the other!

btw, it sure is great day for a ride in Denver today - I really enjoyed my commute this morning, and can't wait for the ride home. Might just have to take the long way home... Is your wife enjoying the Trek more than her Cannondale?

So far, so good. Seems faster and easier to her than the Specialized mtn bike, yet she feels safe and secure on the Trek.

Got to sell that Cannondale!

I am planning about 25-30 miles after work tomorrow, as wife practices with her singing group, so I can ride later!!

[QUOTE=DnvrFox]Went to the dermatologist today to have some Mohs surgery to my face to remove squamous cell cancer. Turned out that he is quite a biker, having done Ride the Rockies twice, like I have, and rides in the same areas I do. He is going to do Bicycle Tour of Colorado this summer. He rides an Airborne (drool) and a Specialized Sequoia. He is a really nice guy, in early 50's.

Then, his assistant tells me that she also road bikes and ride a Bianchi.

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Sounds like a Doc we all could relate to. I know I could definately get along with the assistant, great taste in bikes
Maybe you should talk to the Doc and do a tour or two with him....
Ride safe........

My last visit to my Dentist had a new guy work on me as my regular Dentist was out of town. Find out the new guy has about 6 bikes including a Trek 5500 and a 50th Anaversery Paramount....the one with the gold plated fork. (that one doesn't get ridden.... it's just a frameset.)

I'm tellin ya, we're everywhere....

went to take my cousin into surgery. the anesthesiologist came in and 'hey, don't you ride?'. I said yes. he said he was in the bike shop when I picked up my new bike and 'how are you enjoying it?'. here's my cousin getting doped and prodded and I'm chattering away about cycling and different frames and routes.

I hope you are well after your surgery Denver. Btw, how is the Atkins diet working for you? Best - Ted

Thanks, I am fine.

But, I don't use th Atkins diet. Don't really feel that long-term, for me, it is a very healthy program.

I agree, I don't think that it is real healthy for long term. Anyway, I am glad that you are doing well. I got back on my cycling program yesterday, so today, my legs feel like rubber bands. Best -

Glad you are back on your bike.

To be honest, I don't remember why you had discontinued biking. I apologize. Lots and lots of stuff going on in my work and personal life, and I must have spaced out!

I was fortunate in that I was able to keep in reasonable shape this winter through the trainer and the Lifecycle at the gym. First time I have been able to do that for a long time.

Have a great day.