I conquered the HILL OF DEATH!

[Thorn]

who did the hill 13 times in an hour

You'll notice that most of these people are middle aged.

When we recently went out to ride the "hills" (not quite your nemesis, but we had a 21% and a couple others over 15%) we were routinely passed by cyclists (it is a popular riding area--rural, cars with respect and, of course, hills). I made a comment to DH about that "for a pair of 48-year old desk jockeys we're doing OK" and honestly felt that until he pointed out that the last guy to pass us had at least 10 years on us

I guess that's why I like cycling--not only do I feel like a kid when I ride my bike, but others show that I'll be able to do that for a long time to come.

[ibcycling]

I guess that's why I like cycling--not only do I feel like a kid when I ride my bike, but others show that I'll be able to do that for a long time to come.

I'm a newbie rider and joined a local club. The first time I road with them I was the youngest in the group by about 25 years (I'm 32) with the ride leader being 84. They completely kicked my a$$! I decided to turn around and head home after an hour because I was having trouble keeping up. At first I was upset but then realized that if I keep at it I'll be in great shape for years to come. So I still ride with them and they still kick my butt but I'm getting better.

Lora