Quote Originally Posted by velo View Post
Thank you! Of my bibs and shorts and jerseys that I actually still have in my bottom drawer, almost all of the elastic vulcanized and just cracked when I stretched them. The pair that is still in good shape and actually fits is Trek brand. It's a medium, but (to answer a poster above), my size 14 clothes are getting loose on me, so I would guess that new shorts or bibs would have to be a Large at least. I bought a pair of shorts for walking and they are large. I wouldn't be surprised if I wear an XL both on top and bottom for cycling gear. Does anyone have suggestions about where to get maybe one more pair of shorts and one jersey for $20 or so each?

And yes, I don't want to spend a ton of money. This afternoon I bought a new pedal and shoe system. Helmet is next on the list.

I will take my bike to the LBS to see what they have to say about a tune-up.

Thanks for all the replies. It helps to know that there are ladies out there to help me figure this all out again.

Roo4 - from what I've been reading, that is a really great ride you have there. (Did I just date myself by calling it "ride"? Do people use that anymore or did I just embarrass myself? )
eBay will have tons of used jerseys but getting a new pair of bike shorts for $20 will be tough.

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2012 Specialized Amira Elite, upgraded carbon handle bars, Jett saddle 143mm switched to 145mm 2012 Selle Italia Max SLR Gel Flow saddle

2011 Specialized Ariel Sport,suspension post,Serfas Rx Women's Microfiber saddle