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Originally Posted by Senior Vagabond
(Post 21585375)
I am close to being 70 yrs old and had to stop cycling 5 years ago due to two knee replacements and then two partially torn rotator cuffs along with some other muscle tears (not to mention arthritic big toes). I substituted my biking for world travel to more remote areas and enjoyed incredible hiking and nature along with experiencing many different cultures and people. OK, well the global traveling thing ain't happening now or in the near future so I have tried returning to my bike which I always loved. My question focuses on bike fit with my physical problems. Question one, for those that have had TKR did you experience any issues when clipped into your pedals? I use SPD-SL pedals and cleats (yellow for max float) and immediately felt pain in one of my titanium knees when I rode. When I put flat pedals on, no knee pain. Is there a trick to clipping in your replaced knees? The second question is about my torn rotator cuffs which I have thus far refused to have surgically repaired due to the long recovery time. I can still ride by keeping as little pressure as possible on the bars (drop down with raised angled stem) but still have some pain during but more after the ride. Again, any recommendations from those with similar problems? I appreciate all comments. Thank you.
I use clips... perhaps better anyway because it enables a more forward, midfoot position than clipless allows. If your bend is compromised, you can go with shorter cranks. There again, 165s may be better than 175s, even for taller riders... For shoulder problems, Google 'hanging' and Dr Kirsch... works for over 99% of all shoulder injuries-- thousands of pages written on it and anyone who's tried it will tell you it works. |
What do you mean by -85+? Why not -100+? Is there something that happens when you get over 85 that you don't want to tell me about? I'm already more than half way between 65 and 85, so what kind of a problem is ahead that I'm not aware of? I mean in addition to all the other stuff octogenarians have to worry about. LOL.
The Old Peddler |
Originally Posted by The Old Peddler
(Post 21597880)
What do you mean by -85+? Why not -100+? Is there something that happens when you get over 85 that you don't want to tell me about? I'm already more than half way between 65 and 85, so what kind of a problem is ahead that I'm not aware of? I mean in addition to all the other stuff octogenarians have to worry about. LOL.
The Old Peddler Just crank-ier. |
I think it's okay for people of any age to use clipped in petals rather than flat petals
And I think it's perfectly okay for 87-year-old women to wear micro tennis dresses. I mean, what could possibly go wrong? Still I think somethings are better suited for people without artificial knees or other implants. |
Bought a new bike, my first 'balance bike'.. :50:
Not my size :lol: by more than a little bit. but will soon bring lots of smiles :thumb: (we hope). https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...aa8dcba889.jpg |
For you Mark Twain fans please read “Taming the Bicycle”. It chronicles the author’s trials learning to ride a high wheeler. Some of which ring true today. Concludes with this classic line:
“Get a bicycle. You will not regret it, if you live.“ Enjoy. |
Originally Posted by Joe Bikerider
(Post 21607126)
For you Mark Twain fans please read “Taming the Bicycle”. It chronicles the author’s trials learning to ride a high wheeler. Some of which ring true today. Concludes with this classic line:
“Get a bicycle. You will not regret it, if you live.“ Enjoy. https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...40559247aa.jpg |
Originally Posted by The Old Peddler
(Post 21597880)
What do you mean by -85+? Why not -100+? Is there something that happens when you get over 85 that you don't want to tell me about? I'm already more than half way between 65 and 85, so what kind of a problem is ahead that I'm not aware of? I mean in addition to all the other stuff octogenarians have to worry about. LOL.
The Old Peddler |
Some bikes just call-out to be ridden fast.
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...efdf700f1.jpeg Wish my legs could always heed the call...... :roflmao2: |
Wildwood Wow ! That bike is cool in so many ways. Love the rear derailleur cable stop integrated into the headtube. What is the frame material ? :thumb:
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Originally Posted by The Weak Link
(Post 6692581)
I see your point.
IF: -you don't smoke, -keep your weight at least a little in check, -stay away from excessive mind-altering substances, -don't smoke, -have a decent genetic heritage, -have a little disposable income, -appreciate what you have instead of whining about what others have and you don't, -have a sense of humor, and -don't smoke, then 50 is the new 30. That would make 65 the new 50. So it's all good. |
Originally Posted by rydabent
(Post 21646587)
Your list is pretty much correct. I do all of those and a few more. Im 82, and ride about 25 miles every other day. I could pass for 65, and feel like it too. And think even younger. Motto ---------- If you set you rust.
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Originally Posted by TejanoTrackie
(Post 21638061)
Wildwood Wow ! That bike is cool in so many ways. Love the rear derailleur cable stop integrated into the headtube. What is the frame material ? :thumb:
Sorry for slow reply, missed the mention. Public Service Announcement = you have to type it out, not take the BF offered option for it to notify the person mentioned. 2000 Calfee TetraPro = Carbon fibre, gusseted frame with Ti dropouts, bb& headtube sleeve. 3.0 pounds. Upgraded over the years - now with Campa10, compact double, 1” threadless headset & carbon fork, tubulars. Repainted once at factory. And fully inspected at that time. Was a lovely ride when new, still is. |
great thread
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my last post for a while.
time to take a break, (from posting, not riding) I should backpack a few nights this summer in the Cascades, Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Pratt Lake is a good base camp - only ~5 miles in. Lotsa different day hikes from there. Probably a good mosquito year. excellent cross-training heck, it won't be for long I'm too bike addicted. maybe i need to relive joys past. https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...dbf93bd37a.jpg |
OK, I'm in.
Joined this forum a couple days ago and this is my 1st post. Glad I found this thread and this forum.
I'm 76 and am just geting back on a bike after at least 40 years away. My girfriend (aka 'domestic partner') just celebrated a birthday so she could be a member of this thread as well.. We just bought a couple Raleigh 3 speeds - hers is from '72 and mine from '79 I think. New Brooks B66 saddles for each (B66s for her) and I may change out the handle bars on mine to sit much more upright - something with a 9" rise. There are lots of bike paths in Rhode Island including a very nice 10 miler here in Wakefield so we'll have some nice places to ride besides the roadways. Sorry, no pics yet. Looking forward to learning a lot from this forum. Ray. |
Welcome
Originally Posted by Drueke
(Post 21669298)
Joined this forum a couple days ago and this is my 1st post. Glad I found this thread and this forum.
I'm 76 and am just geting back on a bike after at least 40 years away. My girfriend (aka 'domestic partner') just celebrated a birthday so she could be a member of this thread as well.. We just bought a couple Raleigh 3 speeds - hers is from '72 and mine from '79 I think. New Brooks B66 saddles for each (B66s for her) and I may change out the handle bars on mine to sit much more upright - something with a 9" rise. There are lots of bike paths in Rhode Island including a very nice 10 miler here in Wakefield so we'll have some nice places to ride besides the roadways. Sorry, no pics yet. Looking forward to learning a lot from this forum. Ray. |
I'm 65 and had a TKR (right) two years ago. I've ridden with SPD mountain bike cleats for the past 20 years and after my knee replacement I have continued with cleats. I haven't encountered any pain but I've also had my cleats positioned on my shoes by a professional bike fitter. I think getting the cleats in the correct position and having the rest of your bike fit correctly goes a long way toward alleviating any pain. If it hurts the fit might not be quite right.
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I'm 66. Been riding bikes since, well the late '50's. Riding is the only form of exercise I actually enjoy. When I was 12, I rode a 40 pound J.C.Higgins paperboy bike 65 miles in one day. Don't remember it being that big a deal. Still enjoy riding. Mostly on level ground these days. :).
Later, in my 30's, I was pretty damn fast on the bike. Racing/drafting...all cool. Still have 5 bikes, even an old Schwinn like when I was a kid. Keep riding, it gives you a better outlook on life, which is hard these days. |
The older I get, the faster I was.
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Originally Posted by bargeon
(Post 21678994)
The older I get, the faster I was.
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I am a little uncertain about what to do. Being almost 70 years old I have ridden the same Specialized Roubaix bike over 13 years. It was custom-fitted to me along time ago and still rides well. My issue is that certain critical mechanicals and components are starting to wear out. My groupset set is Ultegra 6600 and finding replacement parts is quite difficult. I scour the internet and e-bay but that is even getting slim pickings. I did something stupid this week and now need a new triple shifter. So my dilemma is, do I give in and buy a new bike (Specialized Roubaix Comp or Di2) or keep trying to find antiquated parts and throwing money in my current bike which I am comfortable on? I only ride about 80-90 miles a week so I am having a difficult time with the justification for a great new bike and experience. :rolleyes:
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Originally Posted by Senior Vagabond
(Post 21687656)
I am a little uncertain about what to do. Being almost 70 years old I have ridden the same Specialized Roubaix bike over 13 years. It was custom-fitted to me along time ago and still rides well. My issue is that certain critical mechanicals and components are starting to wear out. My groupset set is Ultegra 6600 and finding replacement parts is quite difficult. I scour the internet and e-bay but that is even getting slim pickings. I did something stupid this week and now need a new triple shifter. So my dilemma is, do I give in and buy a new bike (Specialized Roubaix Comp or Di2) or keep trying to find antiquated parts and throwing money in my current bike which I am comfortable on? I only ride about 80-90 miles a week so I am having a difficult time with the justification for a great new bike and experience. :rolleyes:
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Yep, what Ballenxj said: buy a new Ultegra Group (even a triple if you want) and have your local bike shop install. In this case it might be wise to actually buy the group from the local shop as opposed to buying it on-line as you may need them to tweak it a bit and it would be good to have that relationship.
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Originally Posted by Senior Vagabond
(Post 21687656)
I am a little uncertain about what to do. Being almost 70 years old I have ridden the same Specialized Roubaix bike over 13 years. It was custom-fitted to me along time ago and still rides well. My issue is that certain critical mechanicals and components are starting to wear out. My groupset set is Ultegra 6600 and finding replacement parts is quite difficult. I scour the internet and e-bay but that is even getting slim pickings. I did something stupid this week and now need a new triple shifter. So my dilemma is, do I give in and buy a new bike (Specialized Roubaix Comp or Di2) or keep trying to find antiquated parts and throwing money in my current bike which I am comfortable on? I only ride about 80-90 miles a week so I am having a difficult time with the justification for a great new bike and experience. :rolleyes:
A new bike would be fun, but expensive. I ride 140-180 miles a week typically, but still can't justify a new bike. My Madone is in great shape. Mostly. Except for those worn parts that OEM replacements are not available for. I don't want to hodge-podge a weird collection of parts together that would then likely be high maintenance to keep in tune. I want to stay OEM. I'm ok for now, but know I'll be reaching a point of decision not too far in the future. |
My two cents - go for a new bike. You’ll absolutely love Di2 and I’m certain a bike can be made to fit you if you measure stack and reach, then get something comparable. I had the same problem with my 2012 Domane - I simply wore it out, and a new Di2 groupset is crazy expensive.
So I just bought a new Domane SLR 7 with Di2 and 32mm tubeless tires. Goofy smooth and so much fun to ride. Hey, you’re still getting out there, hammering it out. You deserve to treat yourself! |
What is the typical product life cycle of a new bicycle/groupset? I've heard that some cyclists sell their recent bike when a new groupset becomes available and get a new bike every so many years. I suppose that's one way to avoid terminal parts availability and minimize the cost hit of a new bike, but I don't know if that's a more expensive route than being forced to buy a new bike every 6 to 8 years or what.
If parts availability was not an issue, I could see bikes being well used for many years. But even if you could find new chainrings, you may not be able to find new brifters that work with the groupset should you need to replace one or both... so still an impasse. |
Originally Posted by speedlever
(Post 21694929)
What is the typical product life cycle of a new bicycle/groupset? I've heard that some cyclists sell their recent bike when a new groupset becomes available and get a new bike every so many years. I suppose that's one way to avoid terminal parts availability and minimize the cost hit of a new bike, but I don't know if that's a more expensive route than being forced to buy a new bike every 6 to 8 years or what.
If parts availability was not an issue, I could see bikes being well used for many years. But even if you could find new chainrings, you may not be able to find new brifters that work with the groupset should you need to replace one or both... so still an impasse. https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-v...ain-bikes.html Or check the thread For the love of English three speeds, etc. You will find bicycles can last many decades or even century? |
My rims, spokes, rear der, shifters (down tube), tires, tubes, cables, housing, chain, and seat are newly manufactured over the past 1-5 years. Frame, cranks, headset, BB, brake levers, stem, 'bars, seatpost are from the 1970s.
I can still buy new BBs, headsets, and a limited range of brand new chainrings. |
Originally Posted by Sixty Fiver
(Post 6692452)
"YOU MUST BE 65+ TO POST ON THIS THREAD!"
Do I get a pass even though I'm not really 65 ? :D |
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