Terryd Posted June 21, 2019 Report Share Posted June 21, 2019 I have been cycling for a number of years now and I stil enjoy it. However increasingly I find that that as l get ready to go out for my Sunday ride ,I feel a reluctance to go out . The thought of those hills I have to go up before I even get going (I live in Bewdley) was getting too much. Pity because I have loved my cycling ,the countryside, the quiet, the sound of the tyres on the road surface, the sunlight through the hedge rows all added to the joy of riding . The thought of giving it all up was not something I wanted to think about. I struggled with my conscience for many months, but in the end I gave up the fight. I even went into my garage and cleaned the bikes ,as if I was asking forgiveness for what I was about to do. I dusted off the cobwebs and and opened up my piggy bank, I bought an ebike. I know, shock , traitor, betrayer shame on me. It is great, I now go up hills with a smile I have even caught myself laughing as I climb a hill I normally walk. My mileage has gone up and Also my average speed ,but above all I feel a lot fitter. It is a bit like riding a fixed heel bike but with the option of a freewheel. So those of you of a certain vintage should grasp the nettle and go for it. Like me at the age of 82 and give yourself a few more years of cycling joy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarashell Posted June 21, 2019 Report Share Posted June 21, 2019 Well done Terry, if it keeps you out on the road, and, as you say, with a smile on your face, then it can’t be bad. I have heard wishers in the club, that there could be a few more ebikes amongst our members. So don’t feel guilty about it. Enjoy it. We’ll see you in Bewdley on it some time. 😁 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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