Still Commuting at 70!

Hello again from Pardes. I haven't been around for a few years but I wanted to return and say thanks to all of you that helped me ditch the car and go GREEN in 2008. I turned 70 this year and haven't driven anything but one of my three beloved bikes for everything I need. It's such a GRAND way to live life.

Arthritis has certainly become a problem but on really bad days, I drag out the E-bike and go on about my business and pleasure.

I hope to reconnect with old friends, make new ones and catch up on what's new these days at the great Team Estrogen. BTW, I still laugh out loud at the "girlie bits" posts that we shared. What a hoot you all are!

Hey pardes, good to see you here again!

Hello again! Glad you're enjoying life on your bikes.

How do you shop by bike? Do you use a trailer or have a cargo bike?

Hello, Pardes! How nice to see you back here. :)

hello padres, indeed, such a 'grand' way to live life!!!....hoping i'm still happily riding in 39 years :)....and yeah e-bikes are good for a number of reasons!!!!!!!


"... surtout il s'agit à tout moment de sacrifier ce que nous sommes à ce que nous pouvons devenir."….charles du bos

Glad you are back!

Welcome back!! I remember you well!! Glad to hear you're still at it!

Welcome back! I didn't recall your screen name, but when I saw your photo I recognized you. Love that you are living car-free!

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Originally Posted by ny biker

Hello again! Glad you're enjoying life on your bikes.

How do you shop by bike? Do you use a trailer or have a cargo bike?

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I use panniers on the back of the bike and a basket in the front. It's astonishing how much you can haul. Well except for a queen size mattress...

It does feel wonderful. Thank you!

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Originally Posted by Blueberry

Welcome back!! I remember you well!! Glad to hear you're still at it!

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Ahhh Blueeeeeberry. Thanks.

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Originally Posted by emily_in_nc

Welcome back! I didn't recall your screen name, but when I saw your photo I recognized you. Love that you are living car-free!

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I'm not sure if life is ever really carefree; but there is always joy in simply breathing. Thank you so much for the welcome.

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Originally Posted by pardes

I'm not sure if life is ever really carefree; but there is always joy in simply breathing. Thank you so much for the welcome.

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Car-free, not carefree. :-) But I hope that's more carefree than the alternative!

You are an absolute inspiration! Great to hear from you again.

Welcome back Pardes! Glad to hear you are still out there having fun and being an inspiration!