u/VelociTopher

38M- I'm an avid cyclist, mostly mountain bike and gravel, but my doc cleared me for outdoor smooth, low crash-risk riding on Tuesday.

Surgery was Jan 5.

Ive done PT 3 days/week since Day 14 post op (plus Peloton rides since Week 3)

Apr 5 I'm riding outdoors again and it feels fantastic!!!

After 54 slow miles I've got some shoulder stiffness, and I know I'll be sore tomorrow, but it was well worth it. Big gravel tires on a carbon bike, a ShockStop stem, and cushy bar tape helped for sure.

Soon enough I'll be back to gravel & mountain biking and skydiving again!

For anyone interested: https://strava.app.link/o6wuiXzg61b