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Comment by Grant Daisley on March 19, 2009 at 3:46pm

You can follow the organization of the biggest bike relay in the world.
The play by play as a team of 5 organization the ACCU-CHEK Cyclebetes Provincial Relay. Our Goal: Deliver on a Promise. Cure Juvenile Diabetes.

Get all the updates on twitter at http://twitter.com/AC_Cyclebetes

Comment by Rebecca on March 19, 2009 at 2:48pm

The decision has been made. I am the proud new owner of a Newport Blue 2009 Trek 7.2 FX. It should be in by the weekend. I think I have made the right decision. Thank you all for you imput and support. It's really been invaluable. Next decision: Accessories $$$CHA-CHING!$$$$

Comment by Sam on March 19, 2009 at 2:31pm

Hello everyone. I'm new to the site. I couldn't live with being type 1 if it wasn't for cycling. Great to meet some fellow cycling-mad diabetics!

Comment by Rebecca on March 16, 2009 at 11:04am

I am really conflicted on the bike issue- I go back and forth between Hybrid & Comfort. You like the Trek company though? I do think the Trek 7.2 series looks really great & feels great for me. I am getting fitted on a unisex model 20 ". I'm 5' 7. I need it to be as comfortable as possible and I have to be really aware of my posture and not over-fatiguing my muscels too fast.

I'll try to learn slow, but I'm so excited abut this that I just want to learn it all as fast as possible. This local TREK shop does have a Saturday morning ladies ride so I will definately plan to do it when my schedule & family permit. Thank you for your support and info. Kind regards, Rebecca B.

Comment by Rebecca on March 16, 2009 at 9:43am

IPadded shorts are the only item in my cycling wardrobe so far. I am soooo excited. I am thinking that I will chose a bike in the $400-$500 range. Then I have all the extra equipment that will go with it. I want to be as safe as possible and I want to be prepared for the unknown. I can't wait til I leanr how to fix my own tire! Isn't that crazy. I don't want to depend on anyone else. Thank you for your commment. Keep in touch. Rebecca B.

Comment by miketosh on March 16, 2009 at 9:32am

Good luck. Any new bike is a good one, you just need to decide what you are looking for. If you want a good workout, any bike will do. if you want to go further, pick something with skinnier tires. If you want an excuse to be gone longer, get something slower with wider tires. If you won't be on good roads for the whole time, stay away from true road bikes, the skinny tires can be a bit rough over poor surfaces.

I'd recommend not spending too much on the first bike. $300 or $400 for a nice Trek is a good investment. You can always upgrade later after you decide if you are comfortable.

And get some padded shorts and padded gloves. They make all the difference.

Comment by Rebecca on March 16, 2009 at 6:27am

I am new to Road Biking but I like to go fast and my legs are strong. I CAN DO IT! I am so glad this group is here. I may have a lot of odd questions, but I am determined not to let me T1 or other health issues keep me from living this life to the fullest. I feel awesome on a bike. I am buying a Trk Hybrid this week. Still trying to choose between a comfort bike and a hybrid fitness bike. It will all come together. I am trying not to let the inital cost of all of it overwhelm me or influence my decisions. Anyway, thanks for setting up this group. Wish me luck! Rebecca

Comment by Greg on March 15, 2009 at 12:12pm

Good points, Bob.
I think the ADA has really ramped up that part of the "ride training/preparation=longterm lifestyle change=better diabetes health" message in recent years, whereas in the past it was more about giving a lot of tips on fundraising instead of getting ready to ride. And if T2's or those at risk of becoming T2 gain from it, that's great.

Comment by miketosh on March 13, 2009 at 6:29am

Yeah, I just LIKE being friendly-confrontational sometimes, and I like to talk too much!

Comment by miketosh on March 13, 2009 at 6:28am

Yeah, I just being friendily-confrontational sometimes, and I like to talk too much!

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