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Old 06-12-14, 05:39 AM
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Originally Posted by DnvrFox
I'm 74. I haven't had a mid-life crisis yet. Am I allowed to have one now? I keep looking at new bikes. Is that a signal?
Stop, go buy it, too much thinking, then go ride! Time is awasting
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Originally Posted by Null66
and a $70k divorce.
If youe divorce only cost $70k, you got off cheap.

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If youe divorce only cost $70k, you got off cheap.
And it was worth it...
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Well....at 51 I guess I get to look forward to my midlife crisis. I will start window shopping tonight.

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Originally Posted by Cycle Babble
Well....at 51 I guess I get to look forward to my midlife crisis. I will start window shopping tonight.

John
Oh go and buy yah another new one..! I always look for a excuse or reason to get another bike, even tho you can only ride one bike..I enjoy my bikes..
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don't see that there is much of an issue..
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Originally Posted by CommuteCommando
I tell my wife it could be worse. A $100k Corvette and a twenty something mistress.
Both overrated! Stick with the bikes - you'll go farther and last longer.
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Your Trek dealer will have a stoke when you pass away.
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My local bike shop has a coffee mug hanging on the wall with my name on it.

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Originally Posted by jsjcat
Your Trek dealer will have a stoke when you pass away.
He will be happy again this week as I just bought my first FAT BIKE .. SALSA BEARGREASE Carbon Fatty....
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Originally Posted by trekmogul
Why would one buy 3 new trek bikes in a weeks time..? I am blaming it on a mid life deal..Just turned 60 in Feb.. Here is my 1st ever 29'er and wow vis it sweet..

I'd just chalk it up to enthusiasm and passion. Rock on!
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Originally Posted by jsjcat
Your Trek dealer will have a stoke when you pass away.
That's why he's a stoker.
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Originally Posted by trekmogul
He will be happy again this week as I just bought my first FAT BIKE .. SALSA BEARGREASE Carbon Fatty....
How do you decide which one to ride each day? This is like having a harem. I guess if you can't decide you just go down to the Trek store and pick up a new one.

You're doing what everyone wishes they could do in our dreams. Does your wife know about this addiction? Don't tell mom!
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Anyway, it's a better subject to pursue than hookers and blow.
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Originally Posted by jsjcat
How do you decide which one to ride each day? This is like having a harem. I guess if you can't decide you just go down to the Trek store and pick up a new one.

You're doing what everyone wishes they could do in our dreams. Does your wife know about this addiction? Don't tell mom!
She knows I have quite a few bikes to start with that when i come home with a new one, I quickly get it in my shop and stick it in the row somewhere.. Honestly she really dont care and it just happens to be a heavy interest i have. I also do ride believe it or not. I ride about 20 to 35 miles EVERY single day the weather is permitting. No I am not no stud on a bike, but 60 years old and weighing about 148 lbs, I am quite content how things are going..
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Originally Posted by Dudelsack
Anyway, it's a better subject to pursue than hookers and blow.
Neither one will get you anywhere young man..! Even when i was a kid i never messed with any the nasty stuff..
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Originally Posted by trekmogul
She knows I have quite a few bikes to start with that when i come home with a new one, I quickly get it in my shop and stick it in the row somewhere.. Honestly she really dont care and it just happens to be a heavy interest i have. I also do ride believe it or not. I ride about 20 to 35 miles EVERY single day the weather is permitting. No I am not no stud on a bike, but 60 years old and weighing about 148 lbs, I am quite content how things are going..
I'm like that with firearms. One more in the stable and no one cares. Enjoy your rides my friend.
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So much cheaper and better than you than a sports car.
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Originally Posted by trekmogul
He will be happy again this week as I just bought my first FAT BIKE .. SALSA BEARGREASE Carbon Fatty....
There are 7 days in a week. Keep going.
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