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« on: August 11, 2010, 03:49:04 AM » |
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Just joking, I could NEVER compete with you. However, I got a new bike. I have had back problems for years and still suffer with 4 bulging discs. I also have carpel tunnel syndrome in both wrists. The leaning forward position and the weight on the wrists of riding a regular bike doesn't work for me. So, look what I got...  I ordered the red one like in the pic, but they sent me silver. Were they trying to tell me something? LOL Anyway, hubby put it all together and we are going riding when he gets home from work this morning. YAY
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« Reply #1 on: August 11, 2010, 04:13:22 AM » |
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Awesome! Welcome to the freaky cycling club  Ian
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« Reply #2 on: August 11, 2010, 05:08:29 AM » |
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Those look like so much fun!
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« Reply #3 on: August 11, 2010, 05:37:45 AM » |
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Yes, looks like a lot of fun. Let us know how you like it!
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« Reply #4 on: August 11, 2010, 07:32:29 AM » |
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We rode a mile this morning. It was awesome!. I felt no strain whatsoever in my back. I felt like I could do more, but didn't want to over do it and then not be able to get back on. I have made that mistake all to often over the years. The bike got some attention too, LOL. People on my street were taking a 2nd look and waving, it was a blast.
After we did our ride, we hit the pool for an hour. So refreshing after the ride. This will be our 10th straight day of triple digit temperatures, YUK.
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« Reply #5 on: August 11, 2010, 08:00:19 AM » |
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Maddie that is a super awesome looking bike! Don't envy you those triple digit temps, although I did have a friend who lived in Dallas for awhile and absolutely adored living there.
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« Reply #6 on: August 11, 2010, 06:50:05 PM » |
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Hey, some guy did Race Across Oregon in a recumbent. So hard core biking could still be in your future. 
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« Reply #7 on: September 30, 2010, 08:03:49 PM » |
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Hi Maddie,
I have been looking at recumbent bikes but cant seem to narrow it down, where did you get yours on line, and why did you chose this one??
Linda
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« Reply #9 on: November 05, 2010, 02:03:52 PM » |
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Awsome bike!!! I would like to get a new bike for next spring. Since it's been a month, how do you like the new bike? Pro's & Con's? Thanks.
Kristen
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Maddie
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« Reply #10 on: November 08, 2010, 03:41:55 PM » |
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Kristen,
I still LOVE it. I guess it depends where you plan on riding as to what you would look for. For instance, it only has one gear. But, I only ride in my neighborhood and so it's not an issue. (no inclines)
The biggest pro would be that I can get outside and exercise without strain on my lower back. It's great to have an option. When I can't get out and walk due to my back, I can always ride.
Hubby got a vintage looking regular Huffy and he rides with me first thing in the morning when he gets home from working graveyard shift.
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