Having enjoyed
recent successes with weight loss and having modified my diet, I'm now
daring to think about getting back into cycling.
I was just looking at MSRP for various things and am shocked at how
expensive everything is. The local bike shop is a Trek dealer, and they're
showing bikes that are several thousands of dollars — I can't even BUY a
road bike for less than $1500.
I think I have the bike part covered, although I may be forced to
upgrade my pedals — I don't even know if LOOK-style pedals are still a thing.
Most likely, about all of my protective clothing needs to be thrown out. I'll
need a new helmet for certain... and replacement gloves, and probably new
skins. The bike itself is going to need a serious once-over — cables greased,
tires replaced.
I'm excited to ride again — I'm just in sticker shock at the moment.
Wonder if Nashbar is still around?
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