Hello, Bikegranny - This is my first post to this Forum and I'm really glad to see from this Thread that I'm not a lone cycling granny... I'm 62 and just got myself my first road bike - a beautiful Specialized Ruby that thrills me just looking at her. There's not been much chance to ride her outdoors as it's mostly rainy, windy, snowy or icy here - you get my drift But as soon as a better day comes, I'll be out there! The few rides I have had have been a revelation after my heavy hybrid. Good luck to you and to all the other oldies - at least I have an idea after reading this thread how I can find you all.