"Trek420: Have you dated a "non-cyclist" before? Marriage is one thing... Dating is quite another--especially in the early stages of a relationship. It seems like common interests would be very important when dating. But I guess it depends on the two people. If they are both pretty independent, they could "do their own thing" as long as both people have an understanding."

Hi gals, didn't realize this had moved! well many questions at once one is my last LTR which ended recently, we both biked but I was more into it than she was. That was not why it ended obviously. I'm dating some now and she (the date) appreciates that I ride but probably just 'cause of the legs ;-)

But if you have to remind her/him "if you want these, I have to do this" ;-)

If both people are independent one could do their hobby while another one bikes and share things later on, between work, family, different hobbies you might not have enough quality time (which was a problem with the ex).

You take a calculated risk stepping out the door in the morning and if you manage to live to old age you'll have some aches and pains. Why court the side effects of a sedentary lifestyle? Am I selfish in saying that now that I can legaly vow "in sickness and in health" in certain cities with questionable benefits and pending legality <g> I'd like to enjoy some health before the sickness part ;-)

Call me weird but I enjoy working out, anyone have experience with a couch potato getting them to exercise? I'm a reformed slug myself but that came from within, I don't think it's likely for non exercisers to change.