Originally posted by gordyt
When I was browsing around to see if there were any bicycling clubs in the Houston area I found the main Houston group and they are apparently quite active.
On their ride schedule they had an explanation of different categories of rides and on their more advanced rides they maintain a 20 m/h pace. Sounds like fun but I'm not sure if my 45-year-old bones can maintain that with my current machine, although it may be possible as my stamina improves.
You may want to try riding in one of the group rides that you think you fit in with at your current fitness level. There may be others in the group riding hybrids. If not you can ask for recommendations or help in determining what type or brand of bike others are riding.
You might also find others who are 40-60 years old. I'm 58 and most of the group rides I go on have riders aged 35-65.
I think you'll be able to keep up.
