I know thats not that far (like some of you....) but for a newby of about 6-7 weeks it is a LONG way...LOL

I found a nice place to ride.... its 3.17 mile loop and only open to roller blades and bikes. There is one REALLY HARD hill ... its almost straight up but at least its not a super long hill.

The first two times around I was a little scared to even try it and walked up most of it. The last three times I took my feet out of the clips because I am just way to new at it to feel comfortable about bailing out on a hill. As it turns out I had to stand up and lean hard over the handlebars but I MADE it!

I knew something was not quite right because I was getting so worked out.... one the last round by a guy who had LOOPED me a couple of times at least.... he said.. . if you would raise your seat up a bit you would do much better...... I appriciate the advise....but why on the LAST loop!!!!LOL

tina

PS a friend of mine introduced me to a blind friend of hers who is an avid rider. He actually lives within walking distance of my work. We are going to go out sometime this week. He would go out daily if he had a driver...LOL

He is also going to look at my bike and help me get it adjusted right.