Mid life crisis or..?

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06-12-14 | 05:39 AM

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tsurr

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Originally Posted by DnvrFox

I'm 74. I haven't had a mid-life crisis yet. Am I allowed to have one now? I keep looking at new bikes. Is that a signal?

Stop, go buy it, too much thinking, then go ride! Time is awasting

06-13-14 | 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Null66

and a $70k divorce.

If youe divorce only cost $70k, you got off cheap.

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06-13-14 | 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by mrtuttle04

If youe divorce only cost $70k, you got off cheap.

And it was worth it...

06-16-14 | 06:08 AM

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Well....at 51 I guess I get to look forward to my midlife crisis. I will start window shopping tonight.

John

06-16-14 | 06:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Cycle Babble

Well....at 51 I guess I get to look forward to my midlife crisis. I will start window shopping tonight.

John

Oh go and buy yah another new one..! I always look for a excuse or reason to get another bike, even tho you can only ride one bike..I enjoy my bikes..

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06-16-14 | 08:56 AM

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don't see that there is much of an issue..

06-16-14 | 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by CommuteCommando

I tell my wife it could be worse. A $100k Corvette and a twenty something mistress.

Both overrated! Stick with the bikes - you'll go farther and last longer.

06-16-14 | 01:04 PM

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Your Trek dealer will have a stoke when you pass away.

06-17-14 | 05:51 AM

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My local bike shop has a coffee mug hanging on the wall with my name on it.

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06-17-14 | 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by jsjcat

Your Trek dealer will have a stoke when you pass away.

He will be happy again this week as I just bought my first FAT BIKE .. SALSA BEARGREASE Carbon Fatty....

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06-17-14 | 07:43 AM

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Originally Posted by trekmogul

Why would one buy 3 new trek bikes in a weeks time..? I am blaming it on a mid life deal..Just turned 60 in Feb.. Here is my 1st ever 29'er and wow vis it sweet..

I'd just chalk it up to enthusiasm and passion. Rock on!

06-17-14 | 08:26 AM

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Originally Posted by jsjcat

Your Trek dealer will have a stoke when you pass away.

That's why he's a stoker.

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06-17-14 | 08:29 AM

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He will be happy again this week as I just bought my first FAT BIKE .. SALSA BEARGREASE Carbon Fatty....

How do you decide which one to ride each day? This is like having a harem. I guess if you can't decide you just go down to the Trek store and pick up a new one.

You're doing what everyone wishes they could do in our dreams. Does your wife know about this addiction? Don't tell mom!

06-17-14 | 08:36 AM

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Anyway, it's a better subject to pursue than hookers and blow.

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06-17-14 | 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by jsjcat

She knows I have quite a few bikes to start with that when i come home with a new one, I quickly get it in my shop and stick it in the row somewhere..

Honestly she really dont care and it just happens to be a heavy interest i have. I also do ride believe it or not. I ride about 20 to 35 miles EVERY single day the weather is permitting. No I am not no stud on a bike, but 60 years old and weighing about 148 lbs, I am quite content how things are going..

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06-17-14 | 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Dudelsack

Anyway, it's a better subject to pursue than hookers and blow.

Neither one will get you anywhere young man..! Even when i was a kid i never messed with any the nasty stuff..

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06-17-14 | 11:50 AM

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She knows I have quite a few bikes to start with that when i come home with a new one, I quickly get it in my shop and stick it in the row somewhere..

I'm like that with firearms. One more in the stable and no one cares. Enjoy your rides my friend.