[Fot] New Years Resolution: weight loss

[Bill Tobin]

Bob and FOT, I started riding in 1980! Haven't been as active the last few 
years ( a certain TR6 may be part of the reason!) but somewhat resumed 
riding last year. And plan on doing a lot more this year. Bicycling is great 
exercise and a lot of fun, and a great way to see the world.
One does not have to spend thousands to get a suitable bike (I do though, 
have a Tommasini and a Quintana Roo Tri bike that weren't cheap) as there 
are numerous options out there. The main thing is to get a bike that fits 
and is suitable to your needs.
There are a lot of high-zoot bikes on the market that aren't necessarily 
what is needed. There are a lot of older bikes, '90's and '00's out there 
for sale, usually fairly inexpensive. Just get one that fits.
I've done some MS rides in NW PA, and other "Disease" rides over the years. 
Fun and for good causes. Also rode support for a few.
Biking is also less stress on my old body than running. So is swimming but I 
swim like a stone!
Important points: Fit is crucial, wear a helmet, and have a mirror to see 
what's coming at you.
Cheers, and stay warm.
Bill
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Bob Kramer via Fot" <fot at autox.team.net>
To: <fot at autox.team.net>
Sent: Monday, January 09, 2017 6:33 PM
Subject: Re: [Fot] New Years Resolution: weight loss


> All this talk of weight loss reminded me of something I wanted to offer up
> to the group, a cycling and charity opportunity. I've curious if there are
> any other cyclists among us. I started riding about 7 years ago and these
> days I am riding around some 40 lb's lighter than my "prime". Of course it
> is the training to prepare for a long ride that helps with losing weight 
> and
> physical fitness. There are no guarantees but my goal is simply to live
> longer and to watch my grandkids grow up.
>
> Each year we ride an MS150, a two day charity ride for Multiple Sclerosis
> and lately we have been doing the Dallas/Fort Worth ride which has great
> access to airports and hotels. It is also a flatter ride than some. If 
> there
> are any other cyclists that want to try one of these events we have an 8
> person team that is already half Triumph owners. I could probably borrow
> suitable bikes for out of town riders if you had such an interest. Contact
> me if this interests you.
>
> Bob Kramer
>
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