New Kid on the Block

[Maureen Valley]

Good morning, everyone. What a terrific forum. I've thoroughly enjoyed reading the posts and decided I'd jump in.

I've been biking all my life...but only recently began to take it seriously. I now have a helmet (gasp) biking shorts and a JERSEY. My first experience wearing the shorts made me a believer in those handy dandy chamois liners. What feels like a Pamper between your legs morphs into a cloud once I'm on my Trek Hybrid.

Speaking of bikes....(and we were) I'm about to invest in a nice road bike. I'm looking at the Trek Pilot WSD series..and will be visiting my brother's bike shop in Minnesota to pick one from the herd.

I live in Eustis, Florida...love the West Orange Trail as road riding here is just plain dangerous. I have entered my first 'organized ride' for Nov. 11 in Lake Helen and will do the 25 miler. The century will have to wait.

I've been a tad long winded here....but would love to hear from anyone in my area that is also New Kid on the Block. Also...input on road bikes would be greatly appreciated!!

Best to all,
Maureen Valley