Thought to introduce myself to the forum...
The names Andy and I'm middle aged and looking to get back into cycling after nearly a thirty year gap. I had french racing bikes in my youth but sadly drifted away, more interested in cars and motorbikes. Until now, age has finally caught up with me and what better way to get fit again than to cycle. Ok, yes its not quite thirty years not in the saddle, i've had various mountain bikes (Which I've generally and foolishly) used for road work.
My father afew weeks ago aged 77 turned up at my house on his Ribble racer, circa 30 years old. I had forgotten all about it, where had be been hiding it. Anyway that was it, I had to get myself a Ribble and a vintage one at that. What have i ended up with? yes the complete opposite end of the spectrum and Ribble Stealth V1 frame. So the fun begins, I'm looking forward to building the bike (see my other posting, i need advice) and getting into the saddle once again. So i'm not starting easy with an easy build, wish me luck.
The names Andy and I'm middle aged and looking to get back into cycling after nearly a thirty year gap. I had french racing bikes in my youth but sadly drifted away, more interested in cars and motorbikes. Until now, age has finally caught up with me and what better way to get fit again than to cycle. Ok, yes its not quite thirty years not in the saddle, i've had various mountain bikes (Which I've generally and foolishly) used for road work.
My father afew weeks ago aged 77 turned up at my house on his Ribble racer, circa 30 years old. I had forgotten all about it, where had be been hiding it. Anyway that was it, I had to get myself a Ribble and a vintage one at that. What have i ended up with? yes the complete opposite end of the spectrum and Ribble Stealth V1 frame. So the fun begins, I'm looking forward to building the bike (see my other posting, i need advice) and getting into the saddle once again. So i'm not starting easy with an easy build, wish me luck.
Andy.
