Introduction

[drJames7]

Hallo,

I was active on STR for years and used to ride regularly. I think the last time I hit the trails was when I was still working at Jenson USA, so yeah, it's been quite a while. Life threw me some curveballs; I went through some tough times, nearly lost everything, and battled with depression (mostly on the other side of it now). My bikes have been collecting dust ever since. At this point, they’re probably considered "classics." I can’t afford anything new, so I’ll be riding these until they give out or I do.

Had to sell my road bike to cover some bills during the rough patch, but I still have a fixed-gear I used mostly for commuting, a Trek 8500 hardtail, and an old Giant Reign that’s seen better days.

James

 

[herzalot]

Hallo,

I was active on STR for years and used to ride regularly. I think the last time I hit the trails was when I was still working at Jenson USA, so yeah, it's been quite a while. Life threw me some curveballs; I went through some tough times, nearly lost everything, and battled with depression (mostly on the other side of it now). My bikes have been collecting dust ever since. At this point, they’re probably considered "classics." I can’t afford anything new, so I’ll be riding these until they give out or I do.

Had to sell my road bike to cover some bills during the rough patch, but I still have a fixed-gear I used mostly for commuting, a Trek 8500 hardtail, and an old Giant Reign that’s seen better days.

James

Howdy James! Welcome back to the fold!

Sorry to hear of your struggles, but glad to hear they are mostly in the rear view mirror. Your Reign can reign for a little while longer as you get your MtB legs back under you.

Ride a lot - write a lot!

 

[Y-not]

Get on your bike and ride, even if it's in the neighborhood. Be the kid again with no worries, no pain, and the wind in your face when you are on your bike.
It works for me.

 

[scan]

Glad to hear things are better! Hope to see you on the trail sometime!

 

[Sasquatch9billion]

Welcome James! Good to hear that you've weathered the storm and have decided to get back into the fold here. Never good to hear one of us is going through a rough patch.

 

[Mikie]

Welcome back into the fold Dr. James!
Bikes and imtbtrails makes all our problems float away...
Well, unless you OTB or get T-Boned by a Forum Nazi!

But seriously, sorry to hear about some troubles. I pray they get more and more in the rear view and light and sunshine is ahead.
Get out on a group ride and suck in that fresh air!

Welcome!
Mikie