THE SKILLS NEEDED TO GO FAST ON A BIKE MAY NOT BE WHAT YOU THINK THEY ARE.

The number one skill is time management.  Putting in the time, means finding the time.   If you need to get up early, do it.  If you need to ride the trainer at night, do it.

Number 2 is commitment.  Commit to riding no matter what.  It's cold, go ride.  It's dark, go ride.  Nobody else is going, go ride.

Number 3 is friendship.  Find your posse.  Inspire each other.  It's a heck of a lot easier to get out there if you know the rest of the kids are gonna meet ya at the corner.

Number 4 is keep it fun.  No matter what.  Ride a wheelie.  Stop for a Coke.

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