Do I have the guts?

[NoNo]

Had to mail a CD, so I ran to the post office during lunch. Grab a box, go to the table and start packing. I notice the guy next to me with a larger box, packing carton after carton of GU. I commented on the large quantity of gel he was sending, and he said (in that accent that just kills me) it was for a friend in New Zealand. Then he mentioned it's easy for him to get since he works at a bike shop. "I'm into cycling!" The conversation continued, and we discussed my upcoming century and his upcoming Ironman. I would have kept chatting, but my boss was waiting in the car so we could go get lunch (why did I bring him?!). He mentioned which shop he worked at, but I didn't really hear. There are two in New Haven, and it wasn't the one I knew, so I can only assume it's the other one. That's important because he invited me to their group rides on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Do I go? I've never done one of those because I'm afraid I'm going to hold everyone up. Hills just kill me, it's like I hit a brick wall, and I generally average 14-15mph. I suppose at the very least I could learn some riding tips, but who cares about that, the guy was cute! It just seemed so random that I chat up a stranger at the post office, and they're into road cycling, too. It was out of character for me to talk to him in the first place, maybe I should follow that trend and see where it takes me

[Veronica]

You've got nothing to lose for trying.

Veronica

[nolemom]

Call the bike shop and get the information on the rides. Our local group has several rides that are officially no drop and all riders are welcome. You would feel more comfortable if you knew what to expect. Having said that - definitely give it a shot. I have met some of the neatest people in the world through group rides. Where else would I make friends that range from 22 to 67 years in age and we all share a common love for cycling.

[arielmoon]

Go for it!!!!

And let us know what happens of course!

[AnnieBikes]

GO GO GO!!! Nothing to lose. You will have fun and meet some other people, too. Have FUN!

[Karma007]

Go!!!!