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Old 10-15-23, 02:49 PM
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Hi, I am a retired librarian. Disabled due to multiple sclerosis, I mainly swim and push a walker. I recently bought two three-wheel bicycles from a local senior and look forward to riding again. Nice to meet you all.
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hello and welcome miami_librarian

you might be interested to learn about Bill Metzger

Bill has MS - has logged over 31K miles on his trike

he is pictured above on a book he authored and in last pic with friend (Alex) on a recent ride where we met him

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Thanks so much! I am very interested in learning about Bill. His achievement is remarkable.
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