Well. I had an agrument with my surgeon about which anaesthetic. I wanted local, he wanted to give me a general. In the end I "won". He administered the local and was just leaving the room when the anaesthetist walked in. "OK", he said. "Let's get the injections done."
"I've already done it." said my surgeon. The surprised reaction from the anaesthetist indicated to me that may be this was a break from established practice.
The operation began and I realised that I had not in fact "won" as I could feel every exquisite cut and slice. Maybe not in full effect but could certainly appreciate the sharpness of the surgeons blade. The bastard.
Anyhow, no complications (he may have been a vindictive git, but he was good) and I was back on the bike after a couple of weeks. I would ignore the macho men on here who will berate you for not riding to and from the operation. Like everything, you will know when the time is right. Might I also recommend a couple of gentle road rides before you get the DH rig out?
The best thing about the snip? In the weeks following you have a license to **** so you can clear out your tubes ready for the production of the all clear sample. Enjoy.