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Finally Took the Plunge!!!

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Old 20-10.-2005, 01:15 AM   #1
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Well I fianlly did it!!

After a 10 year layoff, I began cycling again at the beginning of June. I have worked my way up to a 16 mile ride 4-5 times a week.

All this time I have been riding a Jazz Voltage by Trek MTB, and frankly I have been struggling a bit with neck pain, numb hands etc.

Earlier this week I purchased a 1999 model Bianchi Campione, with Campagnolo Mirage components.

I can hardly wait for it to arrive. Hopefully there will be a big difference in it, and the old MTB.

Sorry for the rambling, but I am excited, and wanted to share.

Tom
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Old 20-10.-2005, 01:20 AM   #2
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Congrats and welcome, Tom!

You're at the point I was about 2 years ago. I hope you love your new bike, and those 16-mile rides turn into 20's, 25's, 30's, etc., etc., etc.

You'll know you've got it bad when a day just doesn't feel "right" unless it includes some bike time...
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Old 20-10.-2005, 05:14 AM   #3
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Welcome to the addiction. I'm also back on a road bike this year after some several years off ...and a few years on a mountain bike, which I think might not count either... I think this forum is a great place to learn and share and get inspiration to get out and ride. Recommend keeping next summer's calendar clear. The addiction can be quite severe.
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Old 20-10.-2005, 06:02 AM   #4
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Here, Here!
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Welcome to the addiction. I'm also back on a road bike this year after some several years off ...and a few years on a mountain bike, which I think might not count either... I think this forum is a great place to learn and share and get inspiration to get out and ride. Recommend keeping next summer's calendar clear. The addiction can be quite severe.
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Old 20-10.-2005, 07:35 AM   #5
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Congrats........
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Old 16-02.-2008, 01:13 PM   #6
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how are you liking the bike? I'm considering purchasing the same model. Would you mind telling me how much you paid.
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Old 17-02.-2008, 04:04 AM   #7
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congrats! hope you enjoy the bianchi!
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congrats! hope you enjoy the bianchi!
This thread's going on 3 years old! OP only has 9 posts - wonder if he's still around anymore.
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Old 19-02.-2008, 05:56 AM   #9
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This thread's going on 3 years old! OP only has 9 posts - wonder if he's still around anymore.
I think Cycler6n responded without checking the dates...
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Old 19-02.-2008, 10:39 AM   #10
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I think Cycler6n responded without checking the dates...

HAH! I didn't even notice that :P
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