Post Date
January,
16
2018
I certainly wasn't spoiled growing up and didn't usually get exactly what I wanted. My family wasn't poor, but I had to make due with off brand items. What I felt was important, my parents did not. So instead of brown leather clogs from Bakers -- I got the clearance white suede clogs from Sears. Instead of Nike track spikes -- I got Adidas track spikes. I didn't get Nike anything. Instead of a red ten speed bike with the curved handle bars -- I got a brown three speeder. So was my life as a teenager.
But now -- almost 34 years later -- I finally got the ten speed bike I always wanted. It's not one with curved handles. I'm not even sure my body would handle that kind. But it's a beautiful BLUE not a pukey brown color.
And now I even have the Nike shoes to go with my 10 speed.
Even a Nike shirt and shorts.
I have even splurged for the Under Armour outfit too!
This week I've been working bike workouts into my weekly workout routine of weight lifting at the gym and running a mile to two. Our neighborhood is quite hilly so finding a nice flat ride is almost impossible. But riding the hills is definitely getting my heart going.
So far I've only made two bike rides in the neighborhood. The second one I received a course award - fastest time.
It's been over 30 years since I have ridden a bike. That old saying is true... "like riding a bike" once you learn a skill you don't forget it. I got back on and it came back to me. However, I will not ride with no hands like I used to when I was younger. I'm a little smarter now.
Even though it's been a challenge on the hills I will stay in the neighborhood until I figure it all out. I have no idea how to use the gears properly. I've all ready knocked off the chain while riding.
There are two different gear shifters on each handle bar. And I have no idea what I'm doing. So, I have been hitting the internet educating myself on when to use what gear. Plus a little testing in the field.
I'm also getting a lesson in chainwheels and cogs. It might take me awhile but practice makes perfect right?!
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Back on the Road (BotR) for my Next Adventure!
Happy Trails!
Happy Trails!
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