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skyhawk1

First I have Autism, so I apologize now if I at any time appear confrontational, it is NOT intended please, anyone, let me know if I upset you, thanks.

Just joined.

Hope you don't mind Ebikers here, why, well........................

Whilst I am sure you are proper cyclists there are many like me who only cycle occasionally, by that I mean "nice weather cycling".

I started back two years ago at 20 stone, 65, bad knee waiting for an op/replacement, diabetic.

I am now 13st, 8lb, 67, and my knee operation has, after consultation been cancelled as I have never been/felt fitter or healthier, I have even come off the Co-Codamol tablets as I have zero knee pain now.

As a single father of three autistic sons I finally wanted to live as long as I could to support them. 😉

So why e bike, well as I said I have Autism, I can either drive everywhere, BORING, or cycle, yesterday I did home to Aberaeron, 50ish mile round trip, for a carers afternoon out, I also cycle home to Aberystwyth every month 38 miles and depending on weather 3/4 times a week 12 miles to a the river bank cafe for cake and tea.

I would NOT do it on a bike, nerves, actual fear about not making it, e bikes are the best thing that has happened for the disabled, adhd (me also) and autism.

plymouthsteve

Welcome.

Firstly, that is a remarkable result on the weight loss, and a few of us might be jealous. Well done 👏.

There is absolutely no need to apologise for riding an ebike. Many people ride them and many ride legtronic. Many, including myself are lucky enough to have both. I think it's great that you make the point that you couldn't have achieved what you have without the assistance that an ebike gives you.

It's still the same sport/hobby and if you've managed to gain that level of fitness whilst enjoying the great outdoors then I'm sure we're all happy to have you on the online community

oxoman

Well done. Nothing wrong with ebikes if used for the right reasons, yours was the right reason well done and keep pedalling.

As Steve says above a few on here will be jealous on the weight loss.

Danyradar

Wow, what an inspiring story, @skyhawk1! Welcome to the forum. E-bikes are total game-changers for so many folks. Glad to hear how much it's improved your health and quality of life. Keep on pedaling and enjoying those beautiful rides!