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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

07-12-17, 12:49 PM

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50+ Long Distance Cyclists

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Posted By gregLewis

4th of July Metric, plus "bonus"

At 68, did my second metric, but there was a "bonus" - an extra 10 km that was partially uphill! Very thoughtful of the organizers. Did the whole in 4:47.

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

06-06-17, 10:02 AM

Replies: 116

How long has it been since you bought your last bike?

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Posted By gregLewis

I don't even consider a new bike more than once...

I don't even consider a new bike more than once per day. However, my current bike is much faster than I am, is comfortable, and does everything I ask. My other bike (TREK) (offroad) is 25 years old,...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

06-06-17, 09:54 AM

Replies: 23

First Century

Views: 2,357

Posted By gregLewis

Although I try to take some "energy food" donut...

Although I try to take some "energy food" donut shops are a central part of my route planning. You can never have too may rewards.

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

06-06-17, 09:52 AM

Replies: 23

First Century

Views: 2,357

Posted By gregLewis

I wore a long sleeve jersey to start, then pushed...

I wore a long sleeve jersey to start, then pushed up the sleeves - interesting tan line on my arm. I like to be warm. The North Shore Century is on my schedule. Maybe I'll see you there!

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

06-02-17, 12:59 PM

Replies: 23

First Century

Views: 2,357

Posted By gregLewis

[QUOTE=Rider51;19624148]I'm not from Chicago, but...

[QUOTE=Rider51;19624148]I'm not from Chicago, but did look up the Apple Cider Century, which is indeed in Three Oaks, Michigan, a little over an hour from Chicago, and this looks like a really nice...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

05-30-17, 08:57 PM

Replies: 23

First Century

Views: 2,357

Posted By gregLewis

Thanks. I like the idea of an age=miles ride. I...

Thanks. I like the idea of an age=miles ride. I think I'll make that my next goal.
The donuts weren't really my first choice, but they were there and did the job. I'm just glad I did the ride & got...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

05-30-17, 04:49 PM

Replies: 23

First Century

Views: 2,357

Posted By gregLewis

Good advice. I had water, but neglected to bring...

Good advice. I had water, but neglected to bring an energy bar. A mistake I won't make that mistake again. Or, I should only ride where there are donut shops.😎

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

05-30-17, 02:20 PM

Replies: 23

First Century

Views: 2,357

Posted By gregLewis

First Century

Started seriously riding/training in October 2016 - doctor said to get ride of some weight. Made my goal for 2017 to do a Metric Century in under 5 hours. Lost a month in February to some illness,...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

04-14-17, 11:33 AM

Replies: 27

It is a PITA

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Posted By gregLewis

Pita

Most of the trails are flooded as well.
Ever been to one of those "mystery places" where balls appear to roll uphill. Illinois is like that (in oh so many ways) - no matter which direction you ride,...

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