Biking questions

[Levy.Dave at epamail.epa.gov]

This reporter may be a good one to cover other issues when we need print
coverage---


> > On Wed, 14 Feb 2001, Roy Furchgott wrote:

> > > Dear PPTC Riders,
> > >
> > >  My name is Roy Furchgott, I am a reporter working
> > on a story for the Washington Post about how to make
>riding more comfortable.
> > >     Has anyone out there tried the so-called
> > Comfort Bikes, such as the Trek Navigator, or any of
>the upright position hybrids?
> > >     Has anyone tried out aftermarket comfort
> > parts, like shock seat posts or gel grips?
> > >     How about riders who found solutions to common
> > cycling discomforts, like sore neck, shoulders,
>knees or hands?  > Numbness? Chapping?
> > >     It could be as simple as a quarter-inch
> > adjustment in seat height that made all of the
>difference in your cycling, a favorite pair of
> > > gloves, or a recommended saddle.
> > >     Your knowledge and experience could help some
> > trepidatious riders start -- or return to -- cycling
>this spring.
> > >     I can be reached by e-mail, or if you prefer
> > to get on the phone, let me know, I'll send you my
>number. Of course, to save long distance charges (I am
>in Baltimore), you could send me your number and I
>could call you. I'm on a deadline, so please don't
> > hesitate if you have experience to share.
> > >
> > > Thanks,
> > >
> > > --Roy Furchgott
> > > furchgott at charm.net