Fifty Plus (50+) - 49, 48, 46 ..... 40?, 35?, 30?, 25,? When does it stop?

49, 48, 46 ..... 40?, 35?, 30?, 25,? When does it stop?

When is a 50+ Forum NOT a 50+ Forum?

Do we have ANY standards.

Now someone wants to call it the "nice people's" forum!!

I wonder how many folks are here under a fake age?

Grr. Mumble. Grumble.:D

But....................since when are younger women not welcome in a dirty old man forum?

I'm under a fake age of 60.

49, 48, 46 ..... 40?, 35?, 30?, 25,? When does it stop?

When is a 50+ Forum NOT a 50+ Forum?

Do we have ANY standards.

Now someone wants to call ig a "Nice" forum!!

I wonder how many folks are here under a fake age?

Grr. Mumble. Grumble.:D

From your post, maybe we should have an over 60 forum so everyone would be more tollerant:D :love:

From your post, maybe we should have an over 60 forum so everyone would be more tollerant:D :love:

No, a 65+ Forum for the REALLY nice people.

It's a great forum, too bad posts slow-down so after 10:00 on weekdays,comes with the territory I'd say.

No, a 65+ Forum for the REALLY nice people.

I plan to be crotchety after 65.

It is one of my life's ambitions.

Easy solution: make me the judge of all things appropriate for this site.

46 y/o woman with loving husband three small children, look better now that she did when she was 20 years younger, and laughs at the cheap imitation of "Larry the Cable Guy" schict. Yeah, she stays.

42 y/o woman recently divorced for the secound time because neither husband could hang with her up the hills and the second one is frankly a *****. She states that she's here to whip u into bettershape we could have beat 'em possible. This one, the kharma isn't good enough to bond with the enlightened one who see sex as an end to a means. Other plans are beiing reinstated although with less fiduciary response capabilities forseen.

If Halle Berry wants to join, I'm afraid I'm going to vote yes.

Easy solution: make me the judge of all things appropriate for this site.

46 y/o woman with loving husband three small children, look better now that she did when she was 20 years younger, and laughs at the cheap imitation of "Larry the Cable Guy" schict. Yeah, she stays.

42 y/o woman recently divorced for the secound time because neither husband could hang with her up the hills and the second one is frankly a *****. She states that she's here to whip u into bettershape we could have beat 'em possible. This one, the kharma isn't good enough to bond with the enlightened one who see sex as an end to a means. Other plans are beiing reinstated although with less fiduciary response capabilities forseen.

You've been messing around with those controlled prescription drugs again, haven't you!

And I thought this thread was going to be a rant about the snow and falling temperature in Colorado.

50 is just a number. How old do you feel.....I'd qualify for the 90+ some days. How old do you act .... I can maybe pass for 27

How about we limit the Forum to people whose age is a Prime Number?

I come here because it seems to be a good fit with my life experience and mentality. <shrug>

Relax and let go. Let it go, let it go. Do you really care if someone under 50 comes to visit, and makes a few comments while they are here? bk

Relax and let go. Let it go, let it go. Do you really care if someone under 50 comes to visit, and makes a few comments while they are here? bk

bk... your poke-fun-o-meter needs adjusting..
Jus sayin....:)

Maybe the yung ones are trying to learn from us, 50 + folks. We've gone through a lot so far don't you think?

Maybe the yung ones are trying to learn from us, 50 + folks. We've gone through a lot so far don't you think?

I have noticed alot of people that are often posters in other forums- occasionally made an appearance on the 50 + forum.
I do not know their age as they have never let on.

Now as to Dnvrfx's real age??? I know how old he says he is- But He could just be an overmature 35 year old for all I know.

The real test will come on the Ride your age rides- When they start claiming a Pie for only doing 40 miles- Then we chuck em out.

If Halle Berry wants to join, I'm afraid I'm going to vote yes.

Please refer to forum about aliens landing..........

I wonder how many folks are here under a fake age?

Grr. Mumble. Grumble.:D

I think I would have chosen something besides 64 for my fake age:D

I come here because it seems to be a good fit with my life experience and mentality. <shrug>


Relax and let go. Let it go, let it go. Do you really care if someone under 50 comes to visit, and makes a few comments while they are here? bk




Grr. Mumble. Grumble.:D

I am sorry some folks misunderstood.

The smiling face -:D - is suppsed to mean it is all in fun.

Of course everyone is welcomed, as they have been these past few years since a couple of us got the 50+ forum started 09-25-04.

I am sorry some folks misunderstood.

The smiling face -:D - is suppsed to mean it is all in fun.

Of course everyone is welcomed, as they have been these past few years since the 50+ forum got started.

You see how much we've declined? First someone wants to ease off on the age requirement. Then somebody suggests calling this the "Nice People" forum. Now even Denver is becoming politically correct. How much lower can we go?

I'm for starting a 65+ forum with strict age requirements and absolutely no smiley faces - but not until October.

As far as I know, anyone can read posts and respond to any of the forums currently available. However, I think it common courtesy to respect the intent of the forum. I suspect that if I were a bent rider I'd get pretty miffed if someone came to that forum on a regular basis and wanted to talk about the joys of riding upright...or, if I were into touring, I'd probably get annoyed if too many folks were posting about road racing.... etc. There's a great deal of "playful" posting that takes place in this forum that I don't see on others with the same level of civility or respect, most of which has nothing to do with forums description: "Share the victories, challenges, successes and special concerns of bicyclists 50 and older."

Yet, at the same time I know that numerous studies confirm that people like to communicate, be around, and associate with others who are not too dissimilar from themselves, evidenced by the continuing growth in age restricted retirement communities. What's my point? I can't remember... another "senior moment".

Now even Denver is becoming politically correct. How much lower can we go?

I'm for starting a 65+ forum with strict age requirements and absolutely no smiley faces - but not until October.

Yes, I have REALLY mellowed these past couple of years. I used to jump all over folks who called themselves "old" or used that in their screen name, or words like "codger" or "geezer." I haven't done that for some time now. I once was proudly nominated for crankiest, most curmudgeonly member of the entire 50+ forum!

How about a 65+ "sticky?"

49, 48, 46 ..... 40?, 35?, 30?, 25,? When does it stop?

Kids have no patience anymore. They want everything, NOW! :mad:


Do we have ANY standards.

No. None worth bragging about. :)


Now someone wants to call it a "Nice" forum!!

Never! Just being over 50 implies curmudgeonly and crotchety.


I wonder how many folks are here under a fake age?

Mental or physical?

I am sorry some folks misunderstood.

The smiling face -:D - is suppsed to mean it is all in fun.

Of course everyone is welcomed, as they have been these past few years since a couple of us got the 50+ forum started 09-25-04.
I certainly took no offense or otherwise felt unwelcome. I just wanted you all to know why I lurk here, and occasionally post. Sorry if you misunderstood my "indifferent shrug." ;)

So...what is the intent of the 50+ forum, as has been stated, not to talk about our arthur-itis nor oesteoper-osis of the bones...it is to have a friendly discussion of BIKE topics (Most of the time,,,some of the time) with the ages that we are (or feel like) in mind. I am easy to get along with so I have no complaints.
peace

So...what is the intent of the 50+ forum, as has been stated, not to talk about our arthur-itis nor oesteoper-osis of the bones...it is to have a friendly discussion of BIKE topics (Most of the time,,,some of the time) with the ages that we are (or feel like) in mind. I am easy to get along with so I have no complaints.
peace

Don't forget going to the grocery store!:D

I think that as our age-related "conditions" begin to impact the when, how and why of bicycling, then they are worthwhile topics.

There's a great deal of "playful" posting that takes place in this forum that I don't see on others with the same level of civility or respect, most of which has nothing to do with forums description: "Share the victories, challenges, successes and special concerns of bicyclists 50 and older."



Exactly the reason I come here and the open friendliness of the mature minded people like us.

I always get suspicious when young women pay attention to bald, fat, broke older men such as myself

I always get suspicious when young women pay attention to bald, fat, broke older men such as myself


Not me, I still Blush Bright Red as my first red bike back in 194x, 195x -gotta get back to you on the actual date. :D :D

Gotta admit, pretty girls still catch my eye. But my lovely wife keeps me 'straight'. When I got back from my birthday ride (did I remind everyone it was 67 miles for 60th) she gave me a big smile and said "Happy birthday". I said "Hey - I'm glad pretty girls still smile at me " meaning her of course. I caught her offguard and she replied "(I'm) Probably the only one that still will" then laughed. Gosh! I love that woman!

I always get suspicious when young women pay attention to bald, fat, broke older men such as myself

Never look a gift horse in the mouth.

Yes, I have REALLY mellowed these past couple of years. I used to jump all over folks who called themselves "old" or used that in their screen name, or words like "codger" or "geezer." I haven't done that for some time now. I once was proudly nominated for crankiest, most curmudgeonly member of the entire 50+ forum!

How about a 65+ "sticky?"

I founded Curmudgeons Anonymous and designed it to standards,
specifically my standards. You are not invited for membership, nor
you. DG is onto something with prime numbers though. Its fault
is that it is way too inclusive, but I'm working on it.

I founded Curmudgeons Anonymous and designed it to standards,
specifically my standards. You are not invited for membership, nor
you. DG is onto something with prime numbers though. Its fault
is that it is way too inclusive, but I'm working on it.
Multiple-whammy on me then! I'm a prime number this year. :(

*walkin' slowly away, head hung low, utterly dejected*

49, 48, 46 ..... 40?, 35?, 30?, 25,? When does it stop?

When is a 50+ Forum NOT a 50+ Forum?

Do we have ANY standards.

Now someone wants to call it the "nice people's" forum!!

I wonder how many folks are here under a fake age?

Grr. Mumble. Grumble.:D

I come here because I worship you like a god! You are my mentor, my hero, and even my DADDY! Now I find that you are an age bigot and probably even have an AARP flag hanging up in your garage! I feel so USED...I think I need to go out for a makeover and some ice cream to somehow heal my broken heart. :D ;)

FYI, you folks lost any hope of standards the first time you let the likes of me post in here. :p

Egad! Chippie! What are you doin' here? This can not be good. :eek: :p

I come here because I worship you like a god! You are my mentor, my hero, and even my DADDY! Now I find that you are an age bigot and probably even have an AARP flag hanging up in your garage! I feel so USED...I think I need to go out for a makeover and some ice cream to somehow heal my broken heart. :D ;)



In every life some rain must fall. Cloudburst!

Egad! Chippie! What are you doin' here? This can not be good. :eek: :p

I should be jealous of you, VV my darlin...I used to be the younger woman they lusted for, :eek: :lol:
Now I guess I am just another under-50 grandpa, with no home but Foo.

I should be jealous of you, VV my darlin...I used to be the younger woman they lusted for, :eek: :lol:
Now I guess I am just another under-50 grandpa, with no home but Foo.
<blush> :) I think they respect my maturity and intelligence way too much for that!

Poor Chippie. :o He needs a huggie. :) ((hug))

How about we limit the Forum to people whose age is a Prime Number?

My passport says I'm 53. My mind says I'm 28. I act like I'm 12. In or out?

My passport says I'm 53. My mind says I'm 28. I act like I'm 12. In or out?
Word.

<blush> :) I think they respect my maturity and intelligence way too much for that!

Just because we respect your maturity and intelligence doesn't mean we share those traits. Is that you in your avatar? :love:

Speachless, I am totally speachless. This of course does not stop me from typing. ;)

First regarding standards, the only standards I have noticed has been the pie requirement. I am an honorary member (though faulting 2 years in geezerhood) for substantiating that chocolate is indeed a fruit. Such wisdom in the face of a serious problem was duly rewarded by advanced age - as though that is a reward.

Secondly, still trying to figure out how Chipcom is the girl that everyone wanted but still a grandfather... SOMEONE is seriously confused here...

Bring 'em ALL in. BF50+ is a great bar. . if a little rowdy betimes. In the words of a Dennis Franz character in a cop-opera long ago. . .as he put on his bi-focals, "This gettin' old ain't fer sissys.". We seem to face it here with wit, fortitude, and energy. That's a good lesson at any age.

A big thanks to DnvrFox for making it happen. You and this crowd add a little sparkle to the day!!

Just because we respect your maturity and intelligence doesn't mean we share those traits. Is that you in your avatar? :love:
<blush> Why, yes it is. <scuffin' dirt with toes, lightly kickin' at pebbles> And that's my sweet lugged steel beater there with me. :)

Easy solution: make me the judge of all things appropriate for this site.

46 y/o woman with loving husband three small children, look better now that she did when she was 20 years younger, and laughs at the cheap imitation of "Larry the Cable Guy" schict. Yeah, she stays.

42 y/o woman recently divorced for the secound time because neither husband could hang with her up the hills and the second one is frankly a *****. She states that she's here to whip u into bettershape we could have beat 'em possible. This one, the kharma isn't good enough to bond with the enlightened one who see sex as an end to a means. Other plans are beiing reinstated although with less fiduciary response capabilities forseen.

Allow middle-aged babes who bike in with the middle aged men who bike? DUUHHH!

Besides, Mrs. Road Fan would love to meet quilt-aware women to ride with.

"quilter's paceline, hear us roar!"

Road Fan

And that's my sweet lugged steel beater there with me. :)

And she has taste too! I say she's in! :D

:)

By the way, I have an old Hohner Chromonica in "C" if that gets me an extra brownie point. ;)

49, 48, 46 ..... 40?, 35?, 30?, 25,? When does it stop?

When is a 50+ Forum NOT a 50+ Forum?

Do we have ANY standards.

Now someone wants to call it the "nice people's" forum!!

I wonder how many folks are here under a fake age?

Grr. Mumble. Grumble.:D

I thouht there was a precedent set for Pastor Bob, who when i started signed his posts as "50-2" if I recall. So the defacto criterion is 'fifty-ish and willing to party nice."

Denver, you may try to draw a line, but there is a precedent that the line will be fuzzy. So we will always have to ask, "where will it end?"

I think we should formalize a status of Not Quite Fifty Plus Member in Training (NQFPMIT). Such members are not required to identify themselves as such. If never outed, they automatically are grandfathered (grandpersoned?) into offical Fifty-Plussers upon their 50th birthday, issued a Certificate and Wallet Membership ID card, and are openly entitled to all benefits priveledges upon buying everyone a round.

Ok?

Road Fan

Does that include free refills on coffee at McD's? <curious and aspiring Fifty-Plusser Vega>