Back on the bike

[CAS]

Murienne, You've just made the case for me to have a professional fitting--thanks! Also, since my "fall", I've been using my tennis shoes to ride with--and surprisingly, it's worked out very well until I feel very confident to ride clipless again. As I previously mentioned, my pedals are two sided--one side uses spd cleats, and the other side is flat and serrated to grip the bottom of my tennis shoes. Unfortunately, it's been hotter than Hades in So Cal, so my rides have been very short (YES, shorter than ten miles ��) or non existent. Next week temps will be milder, yay! I have to admit, however, I sometimes think my bike has been possessed, LOL! Seems everytime I've gone out, I've had "issues--including flat tires. This too shall pass--I'm just thrilled to be able to be back on my bike. I'm already making plans for trips once I purchase a new bike (after the holidays)!

[AppleTree]

Murienne, You've just made the case for me to have a professional fitting--thanks! Also, since my "fall", I've been using my tennis shoes to ride with--and surprisingly, it's worked out very well until I feel very confident to ride clipless again. As I previously mentioned, my pedals are two sided--one side uses spd cleats, and the other side is flat and serrated to grip the bottom of my tennis shoes. Unfortunately, it's been hotter than Hades in So Cal, so my rides have been very short (YES, shorter than ten miles ��) or non existent. Next week temps will be milder, yay! I have to admit, however, I sometimes think my bike has been possessed, LOL! Seems everytime I've gone out, I've had "issues--including flat tires. This too shall pass--I'm just thrilled to be able to be back on my bike. I'm already making plans for trips once I purchase a new bike (after the holidays)!

Keep going CAS, you have the right attitude! Just small steps and you will be there in no time.. just have fun and keep planning and dreaming of those longer trips on a new bike! Sounds like you have the bike bug pretty good there.

Depending on your insurance coverage, you might be able to find a physical therapist in your area who specializes in bike fitting. I know we do up in the Seattle area, and my insurance covered the bike fit and follow up 100%. Seems like in Southern California, there would be someone like that. Good luck, and keep riding!

[CAS]

Thanks, Apple Tree! I actually have researched bike fitters in my area, and there are a lot! Coincidentally, I am still seeing a physical therapist for my ankle, and he died recommend one of the companies I found--so, I'm going to go with the one he recommended. I don't have aches and pains, per se, just post op ortho arthritic type pain--and cycling really helps me with this. . I'm joining a cycling organization that tours occasionally--there is also a cycling coach that leads the group on many rides, so, I'll get some great coaching advice to help with increasing my mileage and fitness. In any event, being on my bike really clears my mind (when I'm not falling or getting flats!!).