Rode today...

[emily_in_nc]

I've considered a recumbent, and rejected it for multiple reasons. I do appreciate the suggestion however, and there may come a future time when I will reconsider that decision.

I remember after I wrote this that you had issues with your rack/car situation and getting one into your apartment (second floor now?) -- this did not occur to me until after I wrote my post. I totally understand. Just something to keep in mind down the road, so to speak! We have had a recumbent tandem and single recumbents as well in the past, and they are a LOT of fun, so long as you don't expect to be fast, since they tend to be heavier than uprights and slower uphill -- kind of like tandems. If you just sit back (literally) and enjoy the ride, you see a lot more, and they are very comfy!

[OakLeaf]

Aw, I'm sorry you're still having those issues. It sounds like you have a good attitude about it though. I'm glad that at least you've found so many other great things to do.

[Catrin]

Thanks, and I do appreciate the encouragement. It is hard to replace riding, but I really only had 1.5 years of good riding before the injury occurred. After almost 3 years of what passes for "recovery" it seems time to face reality. I am VERY thankful for the other stuff I do. Thankfully one of those other things do provide the same level of focus to the present moment that riding does. The nature of kettlebell lifting requires that - especially to prevent the connection of heavy steel kettlebells with the skull

[Giulianna23]

Hey Catrin...glad at least you tried to ride your bike again. I have been to the Nebo Ridge rides a couple of times and I remembered my first ride with you around that area. It was really fun. Thank you!. I saw you a few months ago around MLK and try to catch your attention but you were really concentrated on the driving. Glad you are enjoying your other activities though. Take care!