Originally Posted by B. Carfree

Well said. A quarter-century ago we would think nothing of averaging 30-32 mph on a ride of 50-100 miles. Today, we hope for half that speed. As our vision becomes less acute it still feels fast and we have just as much fun, but someone keeps making the hills taller and steeper. In another quarter-century we hope to be able to go as fast as Rudy and Kay, but even if we are significantly slower we'll still be having fun.

For Rudy and Kay: My favorite uncle's motto is, "80 isn't old!" In many ways, I'm sure that applies to you.