Recent content by dj1979

Cost. For me its about cost, and not simply the bike. Driving to trailheads (if you dont live close), and or races takes a lot of money, usually more than road riding/racing. With a road bike I can simply ride from my door and there are several races series that are within a very...

I would definitely go for Option 1. Option 2 has the potential of really changing your metabolism/food intake and is too drastic. If you have great riding around you, I would focus on getting in longer 20-30 min climbs and ride at just below threshold and not blowing up over the top of the...

Very timely thread given my current situation :( Just curious, how were you guys feeling before/leading into the hernia? Was the hernia sudden? slow lead-in to symptoms? About 2 weeks ago I noticed a small bump in my leftside groin (still not externally visible, but can feel to the touch)...