Hello all,
Needing some guidance. Will start with very short background.
I am a tall guy, 6'5", and ... big boned lol. I was at 380 and now I am down to 325. Also 42 years old. Diabetic (but thanks to low carb eating I am 100% diet controlled). Long story short I have been looking into a hobby I could dive into that would help me get fit. And when I say dive into, I am going to be hardcore serious about it and hopefully become addicted to fitness.
When I was a teenager I used to love biking everywhere... not just around the block but for miles.Taking a 20 mile round trip bike ride on a Saturday was common for me way back then (I know that isn't a long ride to most of you, but it seems impossible to me currently). But that was a long time ago. For years I have been a computer geek full time, at work and at home, and I need to get my fitness in order before I wake up in my mid 50's half dead.
I need advice though. On a good entry level bike for a large man such as myself, and the best gear (helmet, clothing, etc). How to start riding properly. Things to think about and pitfalls to avoid.
Thanks in advance for any and all help,
Best regards.
Duke
Needing some guidance. Will start with very short background.
I am a tall guy, 6'5", and ... big boned lol. I was at 380 and now I am down to 325. Also 42 years old. Diabetic (but thanks to low carb eating I am 100% diet controlled). Long story short I have been looking into a hobby I could dive into that would help me get fit. And when I say dive into, I am going to be hardcore serious about it and hopefully become addicted to fitness.
When I was a teenager I used to love biking everywhere... not just around the block but for miles.Taking a 20 mile round trip bike ride on a Saturday was common for me way back then (I know that isn't a long ride to most of you, but it seems impossible to me currently). But that was a long time ago. For years I have been a computer geek full time, at work and at home, and I need to get my fitness in order before I wake up in my mid 50's half dead.
I need advice though. On a good entry level bike for a large man such as myself, and the best gear (helmet, clothing, etc). How to start riding properly. Things to think about and pitfalls to avoid.
Thanks in advance for any and all help,
Best regards.
Duke