Like my bike better

[suzieqtwa]

I went to the State Park with my 2 TE friends ,and I just got on that road bike. We went only about 5 miles or so. I fell at my first stop because I couldn't get un clipped. My pedals were too tight ,so Ellen loosened them for me ,and I felt better. The fall didn't hurt yesterday ,but today I have some nice bruises,and I feel like someone punched me in the arm. The wheel wasn't on straight so I had to take it back to the bike shop to fix ,or I would have ridden it today. I felt comfortable after riding yesterday. I think Ill be ready for the roads in a couple of days.
If this picture showes ,its (left to right)..Ellen ,me ,Darcy

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I was just about to email you to find out how you were!!!!

I think it is so marvelous that Ellen and Darcy came to help you get comfortable on your bike. That is some gorgeous bike! How great that you are less nervous now. It will get better every time from now on....

Some people use a bungy cord to loop around the front wheel or handlebar and secure it to the bike frame or the bike rack on their car so that the front wheel will not bump around and flap/turn back and forth in the wind when the car is moving fast.

RIGHT ON, all three of you TE girls!!!!! I wish I could be there too and ride with all of you!!!

[suzieqtwa]

I have a bungy cord ,but I was taking the bike off the car ,and decieded to take the picture. I cant believe how much better I feel after only 5 miles. No as scary as is was.

[Thistle]

Good work suzieq....

[mimitabby]

I am reading your progress and holding my breath! you go girl!
and it was a TE event too!

[fatbottomedgurl]

You girls look awesome! And what a pretty place to ride! No woods around here. Just some oaks and sycamores in the canyons.

[Triskeliongirl]

Good Job!!! Great TE gals tot he resuce. I am curious which model trek you bought that you have clearance for what looks like full conventional fenders, an often talked about topic around here. You'll be ready for your event!

[Denise223]

Hi Ladies!

It is SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO great to see the three of you together ! You all look like you were having a blast -- how I wish I was there!!

Good for you Suzie !! It sounds like you did great! BTW.....I LOVE your bike, too. Nice ride!

Originally posted by Darcy

But there went Suzie, pedaling along, with her long hair flying out behind her, and she looked like she had been on that bike for years.

Suzie, Darcy & Ellen -- You all look just wonderful ! It must feel great having women friends you can get together and ride with !

Peace & Love to you all,

Denise