Last post for me in this thread. 2.5 months post surgery and 95%+ back physically. Endurance is progressing, have done upwards of 15 miles w little problem. Cardio at the gym is almost back to pre surgery levels on the stationary And eliptical, the internals are still sorting the,selves out but hopefully that will find some 'regularity' at some point.
Last year I managed to ride 1,040.48 miles, spending almost 103 hours on the bike. My goal for the year was 1k and I was surprised at how easily it was accomplished (well, pre surgery schedule that is). Looking forward to a healthy 2013, no more diverticulitis to worry about I hope and starting tomorrow some new goals.
Looking to ride 2000 miles next year! If all goes well, maybe I will try my first century, ride down to LBI from my place in mercer, enter a mtb race for the first time since 1996.
A healthy and Happy New Years to all!