Originally Posted by big john

Yes, I retired in April. I couldn't face another summer there. I wasn't ready financially, Mrs. John is having job issues, like she might not have one anymore, but I just had to get out of there.

Anyway I am trying to regain some of my endurance on the bike. Went to Mount Wilson last Saturday, felt good about that.

If it's hot and I'm climbing I can't drink enough. I've found lately it helps to keep forcing myself to drink water after the ride and on rest days. More now than in years past.