Quote Originally Posted by trigurl
I think some of my problem with pushing is I have either VCD or asthma - 2 doctors 2 diagnosis and when I get to breathing hard I have a little problem getting air in (which is a VCD symptom) so I haven't been pushing hard now I know I can I just have to relax and slow down a little to get my breath and keep going.
do you use an inhaler?........if yes, do you carry it with you or use it before you ride?......if no, have you thought about using one? There is an OTC one called Primetene Mist that is supposed to be good for exercise induced asthma.

Good on you for joining them tho, I keep meaning to try one of them here, but their rides and my time just hasn't meshed yet. They ARE doing a Ride of Silence next Wed which I WILL make time for, so that could be my first exposure to club riding. The Wed night ride is supposedly a "no-drop" ride but I just keep thinking of that hilarious thread someone posted here once about what "no-drop" really means! LOL