February 2001, I weighed 198 (might've been closer to 200, but I'm in denial). Quit my commuting job, took a job working from home (for more money), started riding as much as possible. Created a local 29 mile hill loop that I did as fast as possible, twice a week or so come springtime. First time was about 17mph. Also did a flattish 33 mile loop that I also did as a TT. Did 970 miles in August. September 2001, I weighed 172, topped 21mph for the hill loop, averaged 17mph for a 11,000' total climbing century the week after 9/11. Raced last year at ~170lbs. Never looked back.
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"Go yell at an M&M"