I really can't stand the idea of leaning on him for that kind of support - the taking care of every little biking need kind of support. To be honest, one of the things we like most about each other is our complete and total independence from each other.
The biking is something that we have talked about wanting to share together... not me wanting to do his hobby or vica versa. If I didn't like the very little bit I've done, I wouldn't even consider it. Heck, I don't go climbing with him! lol, but we do ballroom dancing together as another hobby.

And not to get too serious, but I have some minor heart problems that limit my exercising choices. So while I want to be able to go fast, I don't need to race. And while I will be on the road riding, I'm not going to try to go a bazillion miles an hour.
So things like that have to be taken into context.

And, if that woman had even TRIED, the men would have given her another chance. ::sigh::

I've insulted Nick a little bit because I've made the effort to get in touch with the chick that leads his team... I just think the learning would be better without him... that the sharing should be what I do WITH him.
Plus, you can't ask a men about sports bras, periods, and the like. And those things are important. Women's bodies are important and what I need is important.... Plus, she works at the LBS he goes to.

I am definitely a negotiator. I can't imagine spending money for something that I don't need, which is why I need to find out what those needs are in the first place. That's the hard part. But I've learned so much even today that I think I'm going to be okay. (a bit overwhelmed, but okay)

I really appreciate all the great help!