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 Oct 22 2008, 03:14 PM
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Veteran Member  Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,640 Joined: 25-December 03 From: Louisville, KY Member No.: 40  |
Just curious. I recently picked up a Trek 7.5 FX to help me continue to lose weight and to prepare for a true road bike. I also wanted a healthy hobby and lifestyle change. I'm planning on adding a full out road bike late next year (hopefully '09 on clearance) when I'm more competent and know exactly what I want.
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Oct 24 2008, 03:15 PM
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Veteran Member Group: Advanced Members Posts: 2,640 Joined: 25-December 03 From: Louisville, KY Member No.: 40 |
I see we have a bunch of runners here. I actually got interested in cycling from one of my wife's friends. This girl went from being overweight and unhealthy to running in the Boston marathon. She's also into cycling as well. I don't know if I'll pick up running or not. But right now I run on an elliptical machine and weight train MWF. And I ride my bicycle on Tuesday, and either Thursday or Sunday depending on my schedule and how sore I am from the gym. Once I get below 210 I'm going to begin running (at my current rate that should be in December). I haven't had any real knee issues, but I don't want to load my joints too hard until I get down in weight.
FYI I was 276 in early August, I'm 232 now. (6' tall) Andris, I didn't post it but I did think it was hysterical that on all the bikeforums I saw people telling newbies not to buy an under $2K road bike because it was trash. At this point if I make a change it will be just for the drop bars and comfort. |
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Oct 25 2008, 09:58 PM
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Seeking round tuits Group: Advanced Members Posts: 5,522 Joined: 24-December 03 From: Kentucky Member No.: 33 |
QUOTE (robz71lm7 @ Oct 24 2008, 11:15 AM)  At this point if I make a change it will be just for the drop bars and comfort. Considering your history of back trouble, you might want to try borrowing a bike with drop bars to try for a few days before you spend the money.
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robz71lm7 Anyone into cycling? Oct 22 2008, 03:14 PM
Pony Exp.305 Yeah, Cycling makes lose weight and exercise your ... Oct 22 2008, 06:14 PM Pony Exp.305 Good Luck your goal... Oct 22 2008, 06:15 PM NJSPEEDER I occasionally ride a bike as a part of my running... Oct 22 2008, 06:50 PM Todd I also cycle...but mostly as cross training for my... Oct 23 2008, 02:43 PM FBody383 QUOTE (robz71lm7)I'm planning on adding a full... Oct 23 2008, 03:12 PM sgarnett Hmmm, bikes, lessee ....
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