I see you have a problem with tendonitis. I too have but have licked it. A few stretches/strengthening exercises (I got from PT but of course available online) every morning and it is behind me. The braces have worked to protect my tendons as well when I had to abuse them. good luck.
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No, she'll miss me plenty. It's just that she works in a hospital and sees the not so exciting part of riding. If she goes on some short trips with me she may be more receptive to the idea of me being on a much longer trip by myself.