Introducing myself!

[Bklynmom]

Hi-
I am from Broooklyn too, and have had my first road bike about 6 weeks. Riding around Prospect Park rocks! I am training (for the first time ever, at the ae of 47) for the Montaulk Metric Century in May, and a 110 mile bike ride with big hills in August. That's the Pan Mass which raises money for cancer research.

This weekend I plan to ride, then watch my son's first baseball game of the season, then ride some more before the Nor'easter on Sunday. Maybe we will run into each other in the park - my fabulous new bike is a white and purple Specialized Dolce Elite -- 44 cm frame. I try to do the park 3 or 4 times a week, then do longer rides on the weekends, with a friend or a local bike club.

This women on this web site are a great support/encouragement system!

[rij73]

Wow that's cool! I'll definitely be riding around the park today. I've been doing it every day (except the day it rained). I haven't tried to go more than once around yet... The hill from the zoo to the plaza entrance kicks my butt!

[Bklynmom]

That hill is my nemesis! It does get easier - I think it is a combination of figuring out when to shift and getting in better shape. I did 20 miles today in the park, and it feels like 30 because of the hill - a nine year old we know calls it "Kill Hill". The weekends do get crowded in the Park - I am spoiled because I can often go during the week.

There is a nice very flat bike path that goes under the Verazzano Bridge - it's a nice change from the Park.

Next weekend I think I will try a training ride with the 5 Borough Bike Club, I think it's to City Island.

[rij73]

I looked for you, but wasn't exactly sure who I was looking for!

I rode 20 miles today too! Broken up into 2 separate rides. I was with my husband. It was great fun, although the morning ride was fraught with peril due to the marathon.

I ride lots during the week too since I work from home. DH is jealous.

Thanks for the tip about the path by the Verrezano. I'll look into it!