Howdy,

I started riding in April to get back in shape, on a used (given to me) hybrid which is probably the nicest bike I've ever owned. I grew up in a town where one biked everywhere - and usually did it on a ca. 1950's Schwinn or equally heavy, basket-laden old chrome cruncher. Now I live in a remote area with hills - and keep surprising myself.

I love it.

I look forward to reading more here about upping the riding gear (when do you go from thrift-shop cotton shorts and Wal-mart tank tops to cool neoprene biking gear? When to take this seriously?) and getting a better bike, eventually. Meantime, I'm just digging the new muscle and feeling of wellness.

I'm in Southern New England, by the way.

Hi to all!

Indy