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08-30-04, 07:33 AM
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Once again I'm reminded of Groucho Marx' remark regarding aging, "You're only as old as the women you feel." Of course, Groucho was known for the bevies of young beauties he dated and mated. Wonder if he bicycled......perhaps a tandem?
08-30-04, 07:46 AM
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57, If we go for a 50+ forum I'll use it , if we don't I won't lose any sleep over it !
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08-30-04, 05:56 PM
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Well, based on the responses that I see so far in this thread, at least a 50+ forum would be populated by people who can write a coherent, grammatical message 
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As for my other comments, I think that age only slows you down as much as you let it. I am just getting back to cycling and have been much more of a runner over the past 10 years or so. I just started running serious distances about 6 years ago and since then have run three marathons and a bunch of shorter races. In fact, I am run many of the same races each year and my times keep coming down. Obviously the age curve is going to overtake my performance curve eventually, but at 57 I am in way better shape than I was at 40.
I mainly got back into cycling for cross-training benefits, a way to cover longer distances (and take advantage of the new rail-trails in the area), and for something to do with my wife. So far, so good, and I have received generally good advice from these forums.
Doug G
. As for my other comments, I think that age only slows you down as much as you let it. I am just getting back to cycling and have been much more of a runner over the past 10 years or so. I just started running serious distances about 6 years ago and since then have run three marathons and a bunch of shorter races. In fact, I am run many of the same races each year and my times keep coming down. Obviously the age curve is going to overtake my performance curve eventually, but at 57 I am in way better shape than I was at 40.
I mainly got back into cycling for cross-training benefits, a way to cover longer distances (and take advantage of the new rail-trails in the area), and for something to do with my wife. So far, so good, and I have received generally good advice from these forums.
Doug G
08-30-04, 09:09 PM
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Just ordered the Cycling Past 50 book and I would think the 50ish forum would be a good idea. I don't feel 53 but my body keeps telling me it is, I cycled in my 30s and I can tell a differance in speed and endurance.
08-31-04, 06:54 AM
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Originally Posted by oldspark
Just ordered the Cycling Past 50 book...
I have a question for us "older" folks. How many bike commute to work or use your bike for errands, shopping, etc.?
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08-31-04, 07:13 AM
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Originally Posted by RonH
I have a question for us "older" folks. How many bike commute to work or use your bike for errands, shopping, etc.?
Then I would drive my car to a shopping center and park, and would do 18 miles one way, which I did in 60 minutes flat! It was totally on a bike path, with only two street crossings, except for the last mile. I could shower at work.
However, one day I returned to the car, I found the rear window smashed - they had tried to get my wife's Spec HR, which I had left in the back of the van, and it cost $600 to fix the window. So, I gave it up, and then we moved another 10 miles away, so I never restarted.
I use my mtn bike, on which I have mounted 2 rear panniers at times to run to the grocery store or the hardware store or to lunch. I also have a foldable back pack, so between them all I can carry about 6 plastic bags of groceries at one time.
However, this is infrequent, as my wife and I shop together usually, and she wants to go in the car.
09-01-04, 07:34 PM
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Hey, we now have 57 folks who have self identified as being 50+, including one person 70-74.
Still, of those 57, only 19 are interested in a 50+ forum. Seems like a "No go" to me. Only 19 people would have a hard time finding things to discuss!
Thanks to all the responders.
Look out, all you 20 yo's, we have 50+ power on this forum. Be careful on the hills, we might take you out!
Still, of those 57, only 19 are interested in a 50+ forum. Seems like a "No go" to me. Only 19 people would have a hard time finding things to discuss!
Thanks to all the responders.
Look out, all you 20 yo's, we have 50+ power on this forum. Be careful on the hills, we might take you out!
09-03-04, 08:00 AM
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Dnvr,
64 (over 50 types) and counting.
I like the idea of an over 50 forum only in the fact that it limits where one
might have to search for 50 and over . . . . (forgot what I was thinkin. I hate that)
approriate information. For example, instead of searching the entire forum for
metamucial, or joint replacement, or. . . . (oh heck, what is that word) . . .glucosamine
we could just go to the over 50 forum.
On the other hand I think there are too many subdivisions and specializations going on.
We really don't need to segregate ourselve's from the general population. They are
already trying to do that we don't need it here!
Marty
64 (over 50 types) and counting.
I like the idea of an over 50 forum only in the fact that it limits where one
might have to search for 50 and over . . . . (forgot what I was thinkin. I hate that)
approriate information. For example, instead of searching the entire forum for
metamucial, or joint replacement, or. . . . (oh heck, what is that word) . . .glucosamine
we could just go to the over 50 forum.
On the other hand I think there are too many subdivisions and specializations going on.
We really don't need to segregate ourselve's from the general population. They are
already trying to do that we don't need it here!
Marty
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09-03-04, 08:07 AM
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So why does not it get set up anyway? There is nothing to lose. More users may be persuaded to subscribe to such a forum if they know it's there. And if noone bothers to use it, how difficult can it be to delete it? I'd certainly join it as I believe there are specific middle-age questions I know cannot be answered except by experience and by people who have already been there.
I propose it gets set up. Forget the numbers initially, it'll reach critical mass soon enough.
Joe?
I propose it gets set up. Forget the numbers initially, it'll reach critical mass soon enough.
Joe?
09-03-04, 04:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Bokkie
So why does not it get set up anyway? There is nothing to lose. More users may be persuaded to subscribe to such a forum if they know it's there. And if noone bothers to use it, how difficult can it be to delete it? I'd certainly join it as I believe there are specific middle-age questions I know cannot be answered except by experience and by people who have already been there.
I propose it gets set up. Forget the numbers initially, it'll reach critical mass soon enough.
Joe?
I propose it gets set up. Forget the numbers initially, it'll reach critical mass soon enough.
Joe?
https://www.bikeforums.net/fifty-plus-50/63378-special-thread-50-yo-bicyclists.html
and someone else set up another.
https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/63890-special-question-50-yo-bicyclists.html
So far there have been just a few contributions, these threads have mostly been ignored, even though I linked this thread to the above.
In regards to the thread I set up, there were 28 posts total, many by the same contributors. So, really, only thirteen different folks were interested in actually participating. Is 13 interested folks enough for a forum? Haven't a clue! Both threads have totally died, unless this posting gives a bit of life.
If you want a forum, Joe's the guy!
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09-04-04, 01:12 AM
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Denver, to me there is a big difference between a 50+ thread, and a 50+ forum. I only noticed the thread because I chose to just pop-in at random one day. I stood as much chance of missing that thread as any other. But if there was a forum/group then I could bookmark that and I'd look at it for sure on a daily basis. New members don't choose groups at random, rather they hear about bikeforums from somewhere, they then select the groups they are interested in. If someone said to me have seen you the 50+ thread I would have no idea where to look for it.
I don't pretend to understand how the administration of bikeforums works, but again, I don't believe it is that difficult to set up a new group, and by the same token, it's probably just as easy enough to tear it down. Whether 5, 10, 50, 500 users make use of it is no big deal to me. It would reach critical mass soon enough and some folk drop in, read, and move on, and others stick around and keep it going. I have the same experience with a pda forum. Much of what gets posted is by hardcore but even the newbies who lurk are full of praise for the general content. Until someone initiates a 50+ group, then we won't know for sure either way.
But then again, I've just turned 50 and noone listens to the old folk anymore! Just ask the youngsters!
I don't pretend to understand how the administration of bikeforums works, but again, I don't believe it is that difficult to set up a new group, and by the same token, it's probably just as easy enough to tear it down. Whether 5, 10, 50, 500 users make use of it is no big deal to me. It would reach critical mass soon enough and some folk drop in, read, and move on, and others stick around and keep it going. I have the same experience with a pda forum. Much of what gets posted is by hardcore but even the newbies who lurk are full of praise for the general content. Until someone initiates a 50+ group, then we won't know for sure either way.
But then again, I've just turned 50 and noone listens to the old folk anymore! Just ask the youngsters!
09-04-04, 06:09 AM
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Originally Posted by Bokkie
I don't pretend to understand how the administration of bikeforums works, but again, I don't believe it is that difficult to set up a new group, and by the same token, it's probably just as easy enough to tear it down.
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...235#post606235
09-04-04, 06:21 AM
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55+ I would not mind a 50+ forum but I wouldn't want to live there.
09-05-04, 06:41 PM
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Why won't it let me vote?
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09-06-04, 08:07 AM
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I didn't know 50 year olds posted here. It's so nice to see elderly people that are not only not terrified and affraid of modern day inventions like the bicycle and the computer, but also have developed the abbility to use them. I applaud you all. 
09-06-04, 08:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Nelf
I didn't know 50 year olds posted here. It's so nice to see elderly people that are not only not terrified and affraid of modern day inventions like the bicycle and the computer, but also have developed the abbility to use them. I applaud you all.
09-06-04, 10:30 AM
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LOL. Nelf, One day you'll resemble that remark. I'm 54...shoot never considered my self e------, can't even bring myself to type it.
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09-06-04, 10:57 AM
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Hey, I spelled elderly correctly, you could get me on afraid and ability though.
09-06-04, 11:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Nelf
Hey, I spelled elderly correctly, you could get me on afraid and ability though.
Stay the heck out of a forum with the title "50 and Over," and respect your "elders."
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Originally Posted by Nelf
I didn't know 50 year olds posted here. It's so nice to see elderly people that are not only not terrified and affraid of modern day inventions like the bicycle and the computer, but also have developed the abbility to use them. I applaud you all.
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Originally Posted by DnvrFox
Yes, those are the misspelled words (affraid and abbility). Glad you were able to figure it out.
Stay the heck out of a forum with the title "50 and Over," and respect your "elders."
Stay the heck out of a forum with the title "50 and Over," and respect your "elders."
09-06-04, 04:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Nelf
I think it was pretty clear that I was just joking around with that first post. Also, great job on pointing out my typos on those words after I pointed them out, and after you mistakenly corrected me on my spelling of elderly as well.
in. Sorry. And, yes, I know you spelled elderly correctly the first time. My spell check comment was meant for the other words. The reason I put the quotes ("elderly") around elderly was that some of us have commented in the past that we don't seem "elderly" at all to ourselves, but we (or persons our age) have been called that by some of the younger members.See "What is Elderly?"
Peace and my apologies.
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09-16-04, 07:55 PM
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Hey - we now have 72 folks who have self-indicated that they are 50+.
That is impressive to me.
There is an extreme variety of level of participation - all the way from racers to touring folks to commuters to randonneurs to recreational riders to casual riders.
For your enjoyment, 14 of those 50+ have shared their intimate? details about biking with all of us.
Please see this expose' at:
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=63378
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That is impressive to me.
There is an extreme variety of level of participation - all the way from racers to touring folks to commuters to randonneurs to recreational riders to casual riders.
For your enjoyment, 14 of those 50+ have shared their intimate? details about biking with all of us.
Please see this expose' at:
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=63378
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09-21-04, 11:31 AM
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Am I the only one on here over 75, would like some commets from others, I still ride 200-300 miles a week, and would like to hear from others in this age group. Just keep peddlin
09-21-04, 11:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Melo
Am I the only one on here over 75, would like some commets from others, I still ride 200-300 miles a week, and would like to hear from others in this age group. Just keep peddlin
Robert, are you around?
09-24-04, 05:35 PM
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WELL, WE HAVE HIT 100 FOLKS WHO SELF-IDENTIFY AS 50+!
This was about 80 more than I originally thought!
WOW
I am 50-54 (Please vote about forum below) 54 34.84%
I am 55-59 (Please vote about forum below) 28 18.06%
I am 60-64 (Please vote about forum below) 16 10.32%
I am 65-69 (Please vote about forum below) 0 0%
I am 70-74 (Please vote about forum below) 1 0.65%
I am 75-79 (Please vote about forum below) 1 0.65%
Also, please see the poll about when "old" starts at:
https://www.bikeforums.net/poll.php?d...lts&pollid=766
This was about 80 more than I originally thought!
WOW
I am 50-54 (Please vote about forum below) 54 34.84%
I am 55-59 (Please vote about forum below) 28 18.06%
I am 60-64 (Please vote about forum below) 16 10.32%
I am 65-69 (Please vote about forum below) 0 0%
I am 70-74 (Please vote about forum below) 1 0.65%
I am 75-79 (Please vote about forum below) 1 0.65%
Also, please see the poll about when "old" starts at:
https://www.bikeforums.net/poll.php?d...lts&pollid=766
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09-25-04, 08:48 AM
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Perhaps we shouldn't be too hard on the BMX crowd. The '80s BMX racers that I know are now riding road bikes.They will be using the 50+ forum in 20 years!
