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Old 03-29-19, 04:00 PM
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Originally Posted by datlas
Speaking of getting back on the bike, one of my cyclist friends who is "only" 66 years old just sent me the following message. Sad. I am hoping he may change his mind. Text as follows:

​​​​​​After much thought, mostly regarding safety, I have decided to go "cold turkey" and stop riding.
It had to happen at some point and I did not want to wait for a serious crash to be the deciding event.
And at the same age, I am about to embark bicycle touring. The Mrs. believes I am in denial. I believe one is as young as one feels.
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