Hi, Was doing a search to see if I could find some cycling forums to try and learn the ropes of cycling. Seems I have found a great one!

I am very much a newbie at this. I am trying to lose some weight and thought this would help. (Oh, I am old, 55)

I have a bike that I purchased used a few years ago. Its not fancy, but it has two wheels and goes, which I guess is ok to start. Howver, I am reading all sorts of things about fit, etc, that I know nothing about. And, as much as I hate to say it, the funds simply arent available to go to a pro, so I am probably gonna be asking a lot of stupid questions and do my best to pick your brains to educate myself.

I have been out on my bike twice now. First time, 12 miles, second time, 14 miles. But..by the time I get home, I have a bit of a chaffing issue, so end up waiting almost a week before going out again. I have learned some things from reading here that hopefully will help that out!

Anyway... enjoying reading all the info here and hope to learn lots more!

Sadie