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Born in Liverpool (UK) to Irish parents. Grew up in Kenya (E. Africa). Lived in London (UK) for the last 8 years.

Previously a research assistant in a small London theological think-tank. Now in my final year training to be a psychiatric nurse.

Haven't ridden a bike since I was young and fit - both of which are fast disappearing on the horizon.

Been riding for the last three weeks with the intention of gradually becoming a hard-core commuter. So far, my upper thighs absolutely ache on a daily basis, and a feeble 12 mile round trip almost killed me. But I'm loving it.

Hi I'm from Singapore, Feel free to drop by my store:) .

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Live in Worthing Sussex, born 20.12.1933. After teenage involvement with the sport (first raced on grass-track in 1948) and R.A.F. service (mostly in Suez Canal Zone), found that the bike had to go because the wife and kids wouldn't - too much month at the end of the money.

Came back at the age of 50 and joined Worthing Excelsior C.C., great fun - time-trials, club-runs and social, lots of time-keeping, club history, helping produce club magazine and with my wife, pioneering a radio-results service.

Now approaching 71, and wife's Parkinson's restricts our choices - little involvement with the club, tried to resign as a V.P. but they wouldn't let me.

Must lose some weight and get fit again, but as the wife's carer, can't stray far. Still have some super memories though. (Memories, not mammaries - although on reflection.......)

Love to all,
:)
John

[QUOTE=PFCMONTY]Alright, hey, I'm from the U.S. and I was just wondering what the most convenient and most user friendly bike rack for suvs and minivans is. If anyone can help me, let me know.

I have the new Saris Cycle-on rack for the back of the SUV, It is the fastest and best rack I have ever seen, Takes 10 seconds to load or unload, Holds any size bike, (except a tandem) No metal or straps touch the bike except the rubber, folds up when not in use, and with it down and bikes off (in20 seconds) you have complete access to back end. It looks great too.
For bad weather I use a fork mount on an 18sq.inch pywood, secured to a back tie-down in the SUV, Take off the saddle, lower one back seat, and slide a bike inside (can do two) with the front wheel off. I leave the Cycle-on the back in the folded position. (takes 10 seconds too) Works great for us.

Brisbane, the Sunshine State. In the last year have started to increase training to 250-300km's per week, done a couple of races, and next year aim to compete in regular crits around brizzie.

I live in Melbourne (Richmond), and 20 a 40 km round trip commute to work each day using a mix of bike path and road. The bike path almost follows the freeway - so I get the pleasure of the smog without needing the car. I ride a mountain bike with disc brakes and run high pressure slick tyres, so I can motor along and stop in a hurry if I need to (which is all to frequent if you know the hazards of the Gardiners Ck path). I did my first Around the Bay this year riding my MTB, which was great fun. When I do it in 2005, I may get a road bike, and maybe just to be annoying a light flat bar road bike.

Steve

From Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. Have done some mountain bike riding, but nothing serious... A student, not a svelte, lycra-clad biker chick, but I do have a bike tour of Europe planned next summer:).

Hello all classic cyclists out there!

I'm from Cheshire, England, and I need to sell a cherished Raleigh Record Sprint (21" frame) due to bereavement.

I want the bike to go to a good home, so I typed the make into Google Search and came up with your Forum. There seem to be people out there wanting to use/modify these bikes.

Would anyone like to buy it from me? It's in very good used condition, no mods., extra set of tyres and trip computer with it.

Please reply to jm_cavette@yahoo.co.uk (jm_cavette@yahoo.co.uk) if you are interested.

Hello my name is Dave and I am from Guelph Ontario Canada . aND i DO SOME ROAD RIDING but nothing serious.

Hi! My name is Mick and I am from Massachusetts.I restarted road biking this past year, mostly weekend rides solo or with friends. Trying to fit it in between bringing the kids to almost daily sporting events. If you are wondering about "slacker express," it's name I made up for the 4:55PM express train out of Boston when I worked there a few years ago.

Great to meet all of you and to see how so many people from so many places can share a common interest like this. Neat.

Born in Liverpool (UK) to Irish parents. Grew up in Kenya (E. Africa). Lived in London (UK) for the last 8 years.

Previously a research assistant in a small London theological think-tank. Now in my final year training to be a psychiatric nurse.

Haven't ridden a bike since I was young and fit - both of which are fast disappearing on the horizon.

Been riding for the last three weeks with the intention of gradually becoming a hard-core commuter. So far, my upper thighs absolutely ache on a daily basis, and a feeble 12 mile round trip almost killed me. But I'm loving it.

Jambo Neumatist!
If you are in to a 12 mile round trip within three weeks of a layoff that long you're a legend!
And in the pom Autumn to boot - go for it.

Yes, Vo2, I am certainly going to try. I did it last year, although I did not do much training. I have the Argus 3 times. However, I am not yet in the sub-3 category.

What about you? Any sparkling tips, drugs ;) (hehehe), boosters etc?
I'm also from South Africa, but from Durban. I'm a masters student and try to ride 5 times a week.

Hi! My name is Mick and I am from Massachusetts.I restarted road biking this past year, mostly weekend rides solo or with friends. Trying to fit it in between bringing the kids to almost daily sporting events. If you are wondering about "slacker express," it's name I made up for the 4:55PM express train out of Boston when I worked there a few years ago.

Great to meet all of you and to see how so many people from so many places can share a common interest like this. Neat.
Hey Mick My name is Dave, I'm from Guelph Ontario in Canada. I restrted road biking about 2 years ago. I enjoy repairing old bikes. If you are wondering abuot my name Bauerfan05. It is named after Steve Bauer the only Canadian to wear the Yellow jersey in the tour.

Hi! My name is Mick and I am from Massachusetts.I restarted road biking this past year, mostly weekend rides solo or with friends. Trying to fit it in between bringing the kids to almost daily sporting events. If you are wondering about "slacker express," it's name I made up for the 4:55PM express train out of Boston when I worked there a few years ago.

Great to meet all of you and to see how so many people from so many places can share a common interest like this. Neat. Hi Mick, my name is Steve. I grew up in Massachusetts (Swampscott), but now live in southern Cal. I'm also new to the forum and to cycling. My wife and I ride on weekends and whenever else we can. I'm astonished at how much I enjoy it. It's really nice to find a place where I can ask my rookie questions and get good answers. Enjoy everyone.

I am from Colorado and havn't got a clue how this forum works, but I am faced with a important choice.
I am buying and have narrowed it down to 2 bikes.

- 2004 Eddy Merckx Team SC

- 2005 Cannondale Six13

Please give me any insight you may have in regards to my agonizing choice.

Im from the philippines:p . i'm currently part of our national cycling team after I made the switch from triathlon. Our government lacks funding :mad: so I am looking or sponsors so we can race abroad. We really need the exposure and experience. so far we have been racing agaist the guys here from the clubs, executive categories and class B categories. I'm a roadie, but I also like track racing. we have one velodrome here. no women's races though. :eek:

Im a female cyclist from the philippines:p . i'm currently part of our national cycling team after I made the switch from triathlon. Our government lacks funding :mad: so I am looking or sponsors so we can race abroad. We really need the exposure and experience. so far we have been racing agaist the guys here from the clubs, executive categories and class B categories. I'm a roadie, but I also like track racing. we have one velodrome here. no women's races though. :eek:

Hello!!!Im a female cyclist from the philippines:p . i'm currently part of our national cycling team after I made the switch from triathlon. Our government lacks funding :mad: so I am looking or sponsors so we can race abroad. We really need the exposure and experience. so far we have been racing agaist the guys here from the clubs, executive categories and class B categories. I'm a roadie, but I also like track racing. we have one velodrome here. no women's races though. :eek:

I am from San José, Costa Rica, and ride for fun and fitness. I use to ride every other morning like 15 Km up to the mountains. Flat rides are reserved for holidays close to the coast or beach.

Hi:

My name is Roger and I'm from Wellington, Ohio about 30 miles outside of Cleveland. I got a bike this past summer and started riding again after roughly 25 years because of the gas situation. After riding to work, I soon rediscovered how much I enjoyed it.