Surly Cross Check or Pacer

[Kerry1976]

It's kinda hard to believe in three months I've gone from doing 6mph in a flat parking lot feeling like I was going TOO fast, to bombing down my hill at nearly 30mph, hating the moment when I have to break to make my turn toward home.

Shannon

I totally look forward to that!

It is so good to see that you and so many others have kind of gone the same route - gives me more inspiration that I can do this and I will have fun doing it!

[indysteel]

I totally look forward to that!

It is so good to see that you and so many others have kind of gone the same route - gives me more inspiration that I can do this and I will have fun doing it!

I'll share my little bit o' inspiration: I bought an FX in June of 2006. My first ride was 6 miles and I did an endo over the handlebars when I grabbed my front brake too forcefully. It was a proud moment.

In July of 2007, I successfully did the Ride Across Indiana. The ride's tag line is "160 miles: One way, one day." I finished in the top third of registered riders, with a total time of about 9 1/2 hours and an average speed of 19 mph. Now that really was a proud moment.

Admittedly, there are lots of ladies on here with far more significant accomplishments, but I'm still proud of what I was able to do in a year's time. Plus, it was fun all along the way. I hope you have fun along the way, too!

[Kerry1976]

Wow, that is inspiring! Yes, my goal is to enjoy!