Hello, this looks a good place!

[Spinney]

The 'preferring km' bit aside, Welcome aboard!

I guess because it makes the length of rides sound more impressive!

 

[wisdom]

Welcome.
You are quite correct about it being a good place.indeed its extremely addictive and a wealth of information and problem solvers.A nice list of bikes by the way.As you return to cycling you will notice more technology but a bike is still the same.Just enjoy your rides and our company.

 

[Apollonius]

Been out today for a wet 20km on the Vision because it had mudguards. Not massively harder work than the Bianchi, but the brakes are nowhere near as good. I have also got used to modern gears. The biggest difference is the cleats. I use toe-clips and flat-soled shoes on the old bikes and Shimano SL on the Bianchi. I have to say I felt less secure on the Vision as my feet were slipping about in a way I have been used to for years, but now seems alarming having got used to the superior connection and drive of the modern bike. Not trying to stir up controversy - just how I saw it.

 

[Ern1e]

Hi @Apollonius you say retired was that early perhaps ? just being nosey you know ! but yes this is a very good place to be except out on the bike !

 

[Apollonius]

Hardly early! I am 64. On the other hand, I have no intention of being out of date and stuck in the past, while still having respect for it. Mentally, I am about 25 I suppose.

 

[Louch]

Welcome aboard