For those of you who think it's easy, let me tell you something...

*gasp, pant, breathe*

...

*gasp, pant, breathe*

F*** it, I'll tell you later.

hills are tough.

Moutain or roadie? Used to ride both quite a bit when I lived out in sunny CA.

I used to ride 20-50 miles per day, 5-6 days per week...

If I ever move back to FL, I'm definitely getting a big slow bike with a basket.

Kinda both mountain and road, but really road on a mountain bike... if that makes sense.

I have a hybrid that looks like a mountain bike with road tires and gears. Trek 7.1fx.

I rode another 24 miles today. I take different routes just for the hell of it, but I live in an area that is not flat. Lots of hills.

I thought, "Hmmm... wonder where this road goes." Well, it went up. And then up some more. Then down. Then up again. Then dumped me out about 5 miles from where I thought it would and I had to ride that much farther to get back to where I asked the question, "Hmmm... wonder where this road goes."

But now I know.

Great stuff. If you're in Temecula (I think I remember right) I think there is some great mountain biking in your area or at least close by. If you get a chance, try it. That is some amazingly fun stuff, once you get in a bit of shape to handle the climbs. I need to get back into the riding thing, good exercise and better on the old knees than running/jogging/hobbling along like I do.

did you get a softer seat, MACS?

I do live in Temecula. There are riding clubs around here. Mountain AND road. I prefer to ride alone, though.

I was running quite a bit, so I'm in decent shape, but I got plantar fasciitis and the podiatrist recommended I pick up cycling instead. I think I like running better. LOL!

It is easier on the joints, and I'll get used to it again, eventually. I've been averaging over 20 miles a ride and I've only been on 4 rides, if that tells you anything.

I used to cycle with a neighbor, but he moved to NorCal. He had as many bikes as Lance Armstrong. Prolly as expensive, too.

Chief, I was able to switch the new seat with my old one, which I like better. It's a bit wider and has a hole where your junk sits so you don't go numb there.

Plus I got some really nice cushion butt shorts. Yeah, I know they're 'cycling' shorts, but cushion butt sounds so much funnier.

'...cushion butt..'?

yikes...butt I guess it's o.k...

I haven't been able to get out much this year, busy as hell, but I'm a roadie. I gotta tell you MACS, and you won't believe it but the most comfortable seat is going to be small with no cushion. I ride on a Brooks saddle, not cheap but the best cycling money I have spent. You have the cushion in your shorts so having more cushion on the seat just presses on all the nerves down there, NOT GOOD! You should not feel discomfort or any numbness while riding if you are on the right saddle. I tried many until I finally broke down and bought a Brooks, I do several 75 mile a day rides each year with no problems.

I have to look into that, thanks.

Switching the stock seat with the one I had on my old bike was a lot more comfortable, but it could be better.

I ride 10mi then swim 1000 meters then 10mi back home.

My prob is I'm always getting into races w/other Mtn bikes. There was a time when I was unbeatable when racing another Mtn bike,however,father time has relegated me to just another old fart on a Mtn bike. X

Macs,

Get a road bike!

Top quality riding shorts and shirts are worth every penny they cost.

Ass and ball comfort has more to do with proper seat height and angle coupled with building up some saddle time than you would ever believe.

Have you ever taken your bike in just to have the seat finely adjusted for you? It should be free. You will be amazed at what angles and heights are truly most comfortable...

^That strand is relatively flat for 10 miles. I've made that ride many times. It's great as long as the wind is at your back.

I'll have to bring my bike down for a ride.

Good advice on the saddle, and if you continue getting into the riding, you'll love a road bike someday, like rfenst said. I use a selle italia flite saddle, it's small and it takes about a week of riding with a sore ass, but once you have the seat time all is good. Brooks is supposed to be great, and I think they've been around for about as long as bikes.

Mountain biking though was such a blast. I remember I felt like a little kid again blasting down trails, climbing stuff that I wasn't even sure I could walk up when I first saw it. Groups are good for mountain biking, to help learn technique. Also for someone to call your next of kin, after the inevitable face plant, broken collarbone, etc. Groups good for roadie if you want to go fast for long distances, learn to draft and lead. But alone is also great just to clear the head, and you'll get in great shape. Be careful when you shave your legs though...

I need to stop writing, and go ride. Glad you brought it up, time to dust of the bike for a weekend ride.

I was riding a road bike with my neighbor, Doug. He has plenty.

I prefer the upright riding style of the mountain bike to being bent over with my neck craned up so I can see where I'm going.

My butt isn't all that sore today. My knees were a few days ago, but not so much today. I think the more I go, the better I'll feel. My hands occasionally get a little numb, too, and I have some really good Trek gloves. *shrug*

If I get tired of it, I'll go running again until the foot starts to hurt. Then I'll get another cortisone shot and get back on the bike. LOL!

"My butt isn’t all that sore today. My knees were a few days ago, but not so much today. I think the more I go, the better I’ll feel. My hands occasionally get a little numb, too, and I have some really good Trek gloves. *shrug*"

Funny thing is, that's usually the answer he gives his wife when she asks "how was work today?".

Aha... ha... ha.

You velly punny guy.

Too bad looks ain't everything, huh?