1.) What kind of Bike do you ride (most often)? (Recumbent, road, Air Glide style, LandRider style...etc)
Lemond Buenos Aires road bike. I have 3 other bikes, which are designed for specific use - such as shopping, relaxed rides, night riding, etc.
2.) Why do you ride that? What features make it the best choice?
Responsive, speed, ease of use.
3.) Do you feel a need, or would like the option, for a performance oriented bike (if it's not already) with the features you listed in #2?
Well, I guess the Lemond might be classified as at least a modified performance bike. Depends on what you mean by performance.
4.) What are the least pleasant things (bike wise) of your rides? (I.E. butt pain, back pain, hand fatigue, getting on/off the bike, riding position...etc)
Ending the ride.
5.) Why do you ride?
I enjoy the freedom, like to see nature, like to go fast at times, time for solitude, exercise/fitness.
6.) Anything else you'd like to add that you feel a younger person should know about being 50+ and still being an active rider?
I will be 70 in 2 months.
Soapbox:
I feel it is important to have a well-rounded fitness program. I swim, walk, lift weights, bicycle and stretch - all quite regularly.
Young folks need to get into a fitness habit where they don't feel good unless they exercise.
I really appreciate any feedback you can give me, and thank you for your time.