New Old Man
07-23-15, 10:11 AM
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New Old Man
I am 69 years old and parts of my body are hurting LOL. Some time ago, My doctor gave me some good advise. He suggested I get into biking again for exercise. I am not new to two wheelers as I worked on, raced, and loved motorcycles.
Todays bicycles are fascinating to me, compared to what I owned many years ago, but dirt bikes were my favorite, especially hill climbing when riding motorcycles. So naturally, I chose a mountain bike.
I looked for knowledge, for several weeks, and decided on a used higher end bike.
Ended up buying a Gary Fisher Joshua Z from a local thrift store, for my wife, and a Cannondale Special V 2000 for myself.
Both bikes were in near mint condition but needed tune ups and lubing.
I know these bikes are considered "vintage" but they serve us well for now.
Now, a question. What are some suggestions for a bike work stand. I don't want to spend a lot of money but don't want to purchase a cheap flimsy stand--If there is such a thing.
I am old enough to know "You get what you pay for--if your lucky!"
Todays bicycles are fascinating to me, compared to what I owned many years ago, but dirt bikes were my favorite, especially hill climbing when riding motorcycles. So naturally, I chose a mountain bike.
I looked for knowledge, for several weeks, and decided on a used higher end bike.
Ended up buying a Gary Fisher Joshua Z from a local thrift store, for my wife, and a Cannondale Special V 2000 for myself.
Both bikes were in near mint condition but needed tune ups and lubing.
I know these bikes are considered "vintage" but they serve us well for now.
Now, a question. What are some suggestions for a bike work stand. I don't want to spend a lot of money but don't want to purchase a cheap flimsy stand--If there is such a thing.
I am old enough to know "You get what you pay for--if your lucky!"
07-23-15, 11:23 AM
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Hey Jiles,
Welcome to Bike Forums from a 73 y/o road rider.
Parks seems to make the best bike stands.
Welcome to Bike Forums from a 73 y/o road rider.
Parks seems to make the best bike stands.
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07-23-15, 11:25 AM
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Welcome to the forums. Parks does make good stands, my personal preference is Feedback sports. I have both the classic and the sprint stand.
07-23-15, 07:44 PM
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Welcome. My work stand is the previous version of the Feedback Sports Recreational. Nice stuff.
07-24-15, 07:38 AM
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Welcome to Bike Forums. 70 years old here. I too have to recommend the Feedback Sports work stand. Got mine about 6 months ago from Amazon and I love it. 
You're bikes aren't vintage. I don't consider my 2001 Litespeed vintage. We've just "grown up together".
Stop by the 50+ forum and say hello to the other old timers.
You're bikes aren't vintage. I don't consider my 2001 Litespeed vintage. We've just "grown up together".
Stop by the 50+ forum and say hello to the other old timers.
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I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.
