Message #11609

[jim-ratliff]

LP:  Wow, you really jumped on it (the bike that is).  I took a couple of short rides, but I am completely humbled to hear your first week numbers of 50 miles.  My hat is off to ya.

Ron: That mtn-bike/off-piste connection is a rather interesting thought.  For me, it's whichever is the most convenient arena for exercise.  I loved doing the Farm Ride last year, but no way could I have done those 78 miles on a Cross or Mountain Bike (but there are some interesting 5-10 mile trails around here that the "roadie" keeps me off of).  However, in the DC area the VAST majority of trails are blacktop.  I like the range that I get on a road bike.