Hey jrickards, I just turned 62 in March and bought an old Specialized Rockhopper and started to ride around my neighborhood. I have recently purchased a new Giant Roam 3 Disc and am now up to 50 miles/week and lost 6 pounds. I feel much better and am looking forward to riding much more. I monitor this site for very useful information and really like reading stories like yours. I know that I will eventually "trade up" to nicer machines but for now my Roam 3 fits me very well. Thanks.