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    Definitely call them again, and again, until you...

    Definitely call them again, and again, until you get what you need. But you should also keep active, walk, head to the gym (work on those legs so they'll be ready to pick up riding again), the...
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    No clipless yet? I know most people wouldn't...

    No clipless yet? I know most people wouldn't recommend this, but I started with clipless the first day I got on the bike. It's amazing how much more "connected" (literally & figuratively) you feel to...
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    I never lost balance b/c of a tight grip, but...

    I never lost balance b/c of a tight grip, but when I started biking, late last year, I was really sore b/c of how tense I got on the bike. It's probably just going to take TITS (time in the saddle)...
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    I would definitely add strength training (on your...

    I would definitely add strength training (on your core and upper body at least- since your legs get it biking), having more muscle burns more calories so you might actually have to up your caloric...
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    One more thing (just to brag a little) ~ Not only...

    One more thing (just to brag a little) ~ Not only did I make it up that hill but I passed 3 people riding up (two happened to be men!) Now that is a great feeling!!!
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    The ALA ride was awesome! I had sooo much fun, we...

    The ALA ride was awesome! I had sooo much fun, we met some really awesome people, and I can't wait to sign up for next year! The first day I felt good, was pacing at about 18mph with my bf and two...
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    Thank you all for your support! I feel better...

    Thank you all for your support! I feel better already, and I will definitely let you all know how it goes! I did talk to my bf and told him I was very nervous, and he's being really great about it,...
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    Nervous!

    Ok, tomorrow will be the start of my very first group organized ride for the American Lung Association, and I'm nervous already! I'll be riding 50 miles for 3 days, and my bf will be riding as well....
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    Have you tried Yoga or Pilates? I take both at my...

    Have you tried Yoga or Pilates? I take both at my gym (classes are free to members), and that helps tremendously! It teaches a lot of beneficial moves to do even on a short sag stop that can help...
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    Trek 420 It's this weekend! I am soo excited....

    Trek 420

    It's this weekend! I am soo excited. It's a 3 day event (50 miles per day),we ride in upper Illinois and lower Wisconsin. We even get to stay at the Abbey Resort in Lake Geneva (right...
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    I've raised $600 for the American Lung...

    I've raised $600 for the American Lung Association Bike Trek!
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    It's a pretty great feeling, isn't it? Knowing...

    It's a pretty great feeling, isn't it? Knowing that you did it!
    Awesome job! Now the only question is: When are you going to do your first century?!
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    Arlington 500?

    Just checking if any Ilini women were planning on riding in the Arlington 500 this (longest distance is 68 miles) Sunday?
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    Awesome Kk! And I know the feeling of...

    Awesome Kk!
    And I know the feeling of exhilaration! For the first time last weekend I rode by myself too! Usually I ride with my boyfriend Tony who is then always available to fix flats. I was only...
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    I hear you on this one! In the surrounding...

    I hear you on this one! In the surrounding Chicago areas my ears start to ache when the wind is really bad. And my headphones not only block the wind from rushing in, but they also keep me motivated...
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    Thanks for the help!

    Thanks for the help!
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    Question: weight of saddle

    So, after breaking my "newbie" self into my current saddle, it's become a lot easier to ride. However, I still want to find a new, more comfortable saddle, and I keep hearing that the best out there...
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    Hey fellow riders ~
    Just thought I would let you know that I'm going to be riding in the American Lung Association's 150 mile ride (over 3 days) to raise money for the third leading cause of death...
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    For the first time that you "go all the way" I...

    For the first time that you "go all the way" I would suggest to do it about 1 -2 weeks in advance (my first ride after my first Brazilian (only 1 day later) I was very sore but I was also a new rider...
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    Sticky: That sounds like a great idea! I've been looking...

    That sounds like a great idea! I've been looking for a group in the area to get out and ride with.
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    Sticky: Thanks everybody for the nice welcome! This...

    Thanks everybody for the nice welcome! This website is an incredible find and I've learned a lot already!
    Biking Chick - I definitely plan on "just doing it", and can't wait to start!
    Nuthatch - I...
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    Sticky: Where do you live? Carpentersville, Illinois ...

    Where do you live?
    Carpentersville, Illinois

    Age (general or specific):
    23

    Occupation:
    Social Work

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