[gwen]

I would like to know what got you to put down your car keys and pick up a bike?

For me, I first stated riding to stay in shape and then naturally I fell in love. Then I decided to start riding my bike when I can in order to reduce gasoline and car use. I wanted to reduce my carbon footprint.

[Doc]

For me it was a way of transportation when I was younger and it just carried over to when I grew up and continues to be with me today.

[Gallagher9]

Is it still one of your main forms of transportation?

It's just always been a hobby of mine since I first learned how to ride my first trike!

[BigDumbBear]

I ride because I enjoy it. I enjoy nearly every type of cycling... be it road, time trial, cross country, Mt. bike, downhill, bmx racing or freestyle. I don't do them all on a regular basis, but I have dabbled with nearly everything. The most enjoyable riding I have done lately is on my single speed road bike. It's so peaceful and simple that you feel completely connected to the bike. If you get the chance to ride though town at 3am with a full belly and a couple beers in ya, I believe you'll understand. I'd love to help spread the cycling sport and increase my town's tolerance and use of bicycles.

[riderman14]

Originally Posted by BigDumbBear

I ride because I enjoy it. I enjoy nearly every type of cycling... be it road, time trial, cross country, Mt. bike, downhill, bmx racing or freestyle. I don't do them all on a regular basis, but I have dabbled with nearly everything. The most enjoyable riding I have done lately is on my single speed road bike. It's so peaceful and simple that you feel completely connected to the bike. If you get the chance to ride though town at 3am with a full belly and a couple beers in ya, I believe you'll understand. I'd love to help spread the cycling sport and increase my town's tolerance and use of bicycles.

big dumb bear,your way too cool!!!you hit the nail on the head!couldent have explained it any better than you did!!that 3am thing and one with the bike is the only way to go.dude,i do understand! many times i've been on a long ride and before i know it,i'm some50-60 miles down the road and dont even realize it.one can just get in a zone!!!!1= ride on

[JostRider]

I started riding (as an adult) just to clear my brain and feel like a child again. Riding is such a freeing experience. What is just around the next corner, or over the next hill? Keep pedalling and find out. Oh what fun.

[bantam700]

Rode as a kid for transportation and fun, then started riding as an adult for exercise. Now I ride for the fun of it, the health benefits, and for clearing out my head.

[Xela]

Originally Posted by bantam700

and for clearing out my head.

Great response! Nothing like going out and hammering on the bike to make you forget about the stresses of the day.

[Sean]

Originally Posted by BigDumbBear

I ride because I enjoy it. I enjoy nearly every type of cycling... be it road, time trial, cross country, Mt. bike, downhill, bmx racing or freestyle. I don't do them all on a regular basis, but I have dabbled with nearly everything. The most enjoyable riding I have done lately is on my single speed road bike. It's so peaceful and simple that you feel completely connected to the bike. If you get the chance to ride though town at 3am with a full belly and a couple beers in ya, I believe you'll understand. I'd love to help spread the cycling sport and increase my town's tolerance and use of bicycles.

Great post. I gotta get a single speed.

I was a long time runner, but that wears you down where a bike invigorates you. A friend let me ride a bike he wanted to sell in the late 80's, and I bought it that day. In a year or two I up-graded many of the comps to Shimano 105, and rode the sht out of that bike. I had only a bike, and a motorcycle for a while, but am a contributing member of the borg these days. I ride my 9 yr old CannondaleR2000, and love it.

[Stinkfist]

My dad enjoyed riding his bike every much. He used to try and get my mom to like it as well. We would ride around the neighborhood each evening. It was lots of fun. I've always loved cycling and want to pass it on to my kiddos. They already love riding their trikes!