Excited Newbie!!

[Kathie]

Hi there!!

I got my first bike a couple weeks ago, a Trek 7.2 Hybrid! I.AM.IN.LOVE!
Today was the day I decided to get some "stuff"! I ordered a shirt, baggy shorts, shoes and sunglasses. I'm very excited because these hot cotton t-shirts and unpadded shorts are very uncomfortable.

I hope my package from TE gets here soon!

Question...did many of you start on a hybrid then move up to a road bike or did you just jump in with the road bike? My thinking was start with the hybrid see how it goes, then move to a road bike later if I want to. I see it happening!

I'm looking forward to exploring the boards!

[mimitabby]

I started on a hybrid, rode one for years. Switched to road bike when i finally decided i wanted to ride with DH and his friends.
welcome to TE!

[DarcyInOregon]

I started with a Trek hybrid, and them moved to a Trek road bike about 7 months later. I had years of cycling from when I was younger, so cycling was not new to me.

I use my hybrid to bike the steep up and down gravel hill roads going out from the bottom of my drive, but only every now and them as a change of routine from riding the road bike. When I get on my hybrid it feels strange, like I am perched on top of this huge machine.

Starting with a hybrid is a good idea, however be prepared to want to move to a road bike sooner than you expect. And be prepared for the cost. Wow!

1. Prescription cycling glasses;
2. Cycling shoes and sandals;
3. Shorts and more shorts;
4. Jerseys and more jerseys;
5. Knickers;
6. Winter tights;
7. Jackets and more jackets for wind, rain and cold;
8. Socks and more socks to match all of the above;
9. A new helmet every time you fall over;
10. Water bottles;
11. Packs and stuff to fill the packs;
12.Powders, gel blocks, fitness bars and so on to fuel your rides;
13.Heart rate monitor;
14. Computer for the bike, then a better computer with more data;
15. Summer gloves and winter gloves then more gloves when the first gloves wear out;
16. Registration fees for the cycling events;
17. What did I leave out?

Darcy

[oxysback]

1. Prescription cycling glasses;
2. Cycling shoes and sandals;
3. Shorts and more shorts;
4. Jerseys and more jerseys;
5. Knickers;
6. Winter tights;
7. Jackets and more jackets for wind, rain and cold;
8. Socks and more socks to match all of the above;
9. A new helmet every time you fall over;
10. Water bottles;
11. Packs and stuff to fill the packs;
12.Powders, gel blocks, fitness bars and so on to fuel your rides;
13.Heart rate monitor;
14. Computer for the bike, then a better computer with more data;
15. Summer gloves and winter gloves then more gloves when the first gloves wear out;
16. Registration fees for the cycling events;
17. What did I leave out?

Darcy

Lets see...
1. A bike rack to go to events with
2. A fancy floor pump with a gague
3. A pump that attaches to your bike that actually works
4. A new saddle to replace the horrible one that came with the bike
5. Another new saddle (because the one you just bought isn't working out)
6. Spare tubes
7. TONS of fun riding with friends

Welcome to the forum, Kathie...don't let these lists don't scare you off!

[Imanewcreation]

Congrats. I just got my new hybrid last Thurs. and looking at the list above..........wow, what did I get myself into. Addictions are expensive, but I am glad a picked one that is good for me. Enjoy the hybrid........I think my roadie will be soon following........

[Kathie]

I started with a Trek hybrid, and them moved to a Trek road bike about 7 months later. I had years of cycling from when I was younger, so cycling was not new to me.

I use my hybrid to bike the steep up and down gravel hill roads going out from the bottom of my drive, but only every now and them as a change of routine from riding the road bike. When I get on my hybrid it feels strange, like I am perched on top of this huge machine.

Starting with a hybrid is a good idea, however be prepared to want to move to a road bike sooner than you expect. And be prepared for the cost. Wow!

1. Prescription cycling glasses;
2. Cycling shoes and sandals;
3. Shorts and more shorts;
4. Jerseys and more jerseys;
5. Knickers;
6. Winter tights;
7. Jackets and more jackets for wind, rain and cold;
8. Socks and more socks to match all of the above;
9. A new helmet every time you fall over;
10. Water bottles;
11. Packs and stuff to fill the packs;
12.Powders, gel blocks, fitness bars and so on to fuel your rides;
13.Heart rate monitor;
14. Computer for the bike, then a better computer with more data;
15. Summer gloves and winter gloves then more gloves when the first gloves wear out;
16. Registration fees for the cycling events;
17. What did I leave out?

Darcy

Lets see...
1. A bike rack to go to events with
2. A fancy floor pump with a gague
3. A pump that attaches to your bike that actually works
4. A new saddle to replace the horrible one that came with the bike
5. Another new saddle (because the one you just bought isn't working out)
6. Spare tubes
7. TONS of fun riding with friends

Welcome to the forum, Kathie...don't let these lists don't scare you off!

I'm not scared! Bring it! I skydived for about 8 years and no sport can be more expensive than that.

I did buy a bike rack, a Yakima King Joe. I have so much to learn!

Thank you everyone for the warm welcomes! I'm looking forward to the challenge!

[RoadRaven]

Kathie and creation... new bikes... such a thrill

Welcome and enjoy the forum... being here is one of the best "accessories" to biking.

[dingster1]

Well Howdie fellow Trekie! I'm riding a 7.2 also, love it. May get a road bike sometime down the road when I get the space for 3 bikes.That appears to be the pattern for a lot of folks

[SnappyPix]

Kathie, congratulations on your new "baby"!
Don't forget the most vital ingredient for cycling - fun. And lots of it!
I'm sure you've got many happy times together ahead of you! Enjoy

[indigoiis]

I just got my first "stuff" order in, too. Dang! Forgot sunglasses.

I suppose my regular glasses will do for now...