New old guy...
10-09-09 | 10:51 AM
#26
Wheezing Geezer
Joined: Dec 2004
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From: Crowley, Tx
Bikes: Bacchetta Corsa, RANS Stratus XP
We do get more medical talk here, and how the different medical conditions pertain to cycling. A guy recently showed up and asked about cycling with part of a lung missing. Since I lost half of my left lung, I was able to share my experiences with him. If you posed that question in the road forum, your only response would likely be crickets.
Welcome to the asylum.
Welcome to the asylum.
10-09-09 | 11:06 AM
#27
Banned.
Joined: Aug 2001
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Biggest difference between the 50+ group and the other is the things 50+ folks encounter. Our bodies aren't the same as they were when we were 19, and there are more joint problems, our bodies can take longer to heal, our flexibility us usually different, recovery times are usually longer. Also, as you get older you start to lose muscle mass, which can lead to injuries if you're not aware of that, and you have to work harder to keep up with the younger crowd.
It's pretty relative, if you ride with a bunch of folks who are not used to riding or exercising, you'll be better off than them, but if you were to ride against yourself when you were in your late teens/early 20's, the "Younger" you would be better all around physically.
It's pretty relative, if you ride with a bunch of folks who are not used to riding or exercising, you'll be better off than them, but if you were to ride against yourself when you were in your late teens/early 20's, the "Younger" you would be better all around physically.
Speak for yourself!!
10-09-09 | 12:24 PM
#28
Time for a change.
Joined: Jan 2004
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From: 6 miles inland from the coast of Sussex, in the South East of England
Bikes: Dale MT2000. Bianchi FS920 Kona Explosif. Giant TCR C. Boreas Ignis. Pinarello Fp Uno.
But learn a few mechanicing skills. Find out what low tyre pressures do to a Young body- or high pressures in mud. Learn about binding brakes. With a bit of knowledge- you can slow down the opposition tremendously.
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