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Old 08-15-17 | 04:00 PM
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Originally Posted by astrodust
So I've ridden my whole life,but got serious about road riding a couple of years ago. I just turned 50 and by no means am I the fastest out there. Generally I pass more then get passed.

The other day for the first time I was passed pretty easily by a young woman. This was a first for me.I've never considered myself a overly competitive person but it bothered me. Maybe it is turning 50 and not wanting to admit I probably will be in decline from this point on.

Can anyone relate?
50 is not the problem. Training is the problem. Don't believe me? Browse the 45-55 category on your favorite Strava segments, or the 50+ results from your favorite Gran Fondo.
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