Wow, just a couple of days ago I hauled out the old bike, put some air in the tires, and was surprised when they held. Couldn’t resist giving it a go, although the cable to the rear brakes was no longer clipped to the frame and worse yet was froze up. Even though it was a step-through, I had a little surprising difficulty getting into position and getting started. Once I got everything going right, it was, well, as easy as riding a bike again. I do remember my dad having a tumble when he gave it a try when he really was too old, though.
That’s how I felt last weekend after riding rollercoasters, but my mind said lets plan a trip next year and ride even bigger/faster ones!! Gen X never gives!!
that’s why there’s ebike trikes. at my age when I get tired pedaling, I just hit the throttle to take me up the hill to the house. even my bad knee and back can handle it.
yoey1957 28 days ago
My mind says, “I can still do that!” My body says, “Try it and die fat boy!”
Yakety Sax 28 days ago
If I have a shot of tequila and say watch me do a double back flip, stop me ‘cause no I can’t!
lavender headgear 28 days ago
Lots of 90-somethings ride bicycles over here in Japan. Hardly ever see a mobility scooter.
Zykoic 28 days ago
Me and gutters.
Gent 28 days ago
And he was use to goes uphill both ways back in the days too.
PraiseofFolly 28 days ago
From now on, only stationary exercise bikes — better bored than ‘sored’.
juicebruce 28 days ago
Why one must stay in shape in order to do some things …
Odin 28 days ago
You don’t stop riding when you get old, you get old when you stop riding.
DaBump Premium Member 28 days ago
Wow, just a couple of days ago I hauled out the old bike, put some air in the tires, and was surprised when they held. Couldn’t resist giving it a go, although the cable to the rear brakes was no longer clipped to the frame and worse yet was froze up. Even though it was a step-through, I had a little surprising difficulty getting into position and getting started. Once I got everything going right, it was, well, as easy as riding a bike again. I do remember my dad having a tumble when he gave it a try when he really was too old, though.
timzsixty9 28 days ago
Sadly…this plugger’ mind has waved the white flag. It believes, and PAINFULLY accepts, the body’s physical limits. I’m very depressed, right now…..
ctolson 28 days ago
I do a lot of things I did when younger, just at a lot slower pace. For bicycling, I use the lower gear more. Thank goodness for 15-speed bikes.
pheets 28 days ago
Hold my cane…
Zen-of-Zinfandel 28 days ago
You’d like a fancy adult trike.
ladykat 28 days ago
That’s why I will never get on a bicycle again. I’m afraid of what would happen.
10secz Premium Member 28 days ago
“When your mind makes a promise that your body can’t fill.” -Little Feat
Honda0203 Premium Member 28 days ago
That’s how I felt last weekend after riding rollercoasters, but my mind said lets plan a trip next year and ride even bigger/faster ones!! Gen X never gives!!
walstib Premium Member 28 days ago
Similar to why I gave up pickleball, AKA crippleball, after four friends had bad injuries (broken ankle, collarbone, wrist, etc).
Gen.Flashman 28 days ago
Watchdog 28 days ago
When you break your shin after hit with the kick stand you know it is time.
wildlandwaters 28 days ago
kinda like the killer kite in Calvin and Hobbes, only different!
Saddenedby Premium Member 28 days ago
that’s why there’s ebike trikes. at my age when I get tired pedaling, I just hit the throttle to take me up the hill to the house. even my bad knee and back can handle it.
chain gang charlie 28 days ago
The best exercise for the elderly is maintaining a good memory of when “I use to able to….”
And I could too…
…
goboboyd 28 days ago
Tricycle. Paint flames on it. Motorize it. Electric if need be.
CoffeeBob Premium Member 28 days ago
Which is why we donated our bikes to a “free bike” event this summer. Simple gym circuits & a brisk walk is our speed now
metagalaxy1970 28 days ago
I’m in my mid50’s and yet my brain still thinks I’m in my early 20s. Just more experience.
eddi-TBH 28 days ago
Eventually you gotta learn when to quit.