age groups?

[bikegranny]

Hello there, Cyclingfun-----what a great name. That's what a bike is for, right?? Thanks for posting, it's very good to know that there are lots of grannies here who ride. So I'm not actually crazy, as my daughter suggests, just have an itch for a little outdoor fun. maybe an adventure along the way, who knows? Congrats on your new Ruby, we would love to see pictures. I know what you mean by being thrilled at the sight of her. Some of the pictures I see on this site make me drool! don't know much about bikes, but can tell a great bike when I see one. Let us hear from you, and PM me anytime.

[Cyclingfun]

How great is that - my first reply!! When I get my head round how this forum works, I'll certainly put a pic or two on. No, you're definitely not crazy to give cycling a go - It's a brilliant way to get exercise without jarring joints (unless we fall off, I suppose which is what prompted me to get on my 2 wheels as my ankles were complaining about too much hiking.

[murielalex]

A few months ago, I was at a three-day cycling event. There were more than a handful of 70+ folks, and many more in their 60s, that kicked my *** on a metric century. My mom rides casually, and she's 78.

[Citycyclegal]

Hi Bike Granny,
Just saw your post and it gave me a big smile! I have been riding a hybrid since 1988, went on a tour with Experience Plus, to the Italian Lakes, last year, and decided I needed to buy a road bike for my 70th, 2014. Just purchased a bike, going for a fitting next week, and am feeling a little terrified, LOL, about the whole thing, but am determined to know how to use clip less pedals, etc. for my next trip. This is the year with no trip, but lots of learning!

[Biciclista]

I am 61 and I am still riding. I post in whichever thread I want. There are a lot of us old ladies out there.
I started "really" riding after I was 50.

[Catrin]

I only learned how to ride after my 50th birthday I am now 53 and still riding. I tell people I am "aging backwards", for that is what it feels like! I've certainly had my share of injuries since I started my cycling/fitness journey but I am not complaining.

[ClockworkOrange]

Hi bikegranny and welcome to a great site.

I have been a member on here for several years but for various reasons, have not been on here posting for a while, however, after reading your thread, you made me feel all enthusiastic again, so thanks for that.

Like many others, I started riding when I hit the Big 50, had several injuries but still enjoy riding, although not as mad as I use to be. I will be 63 next month and so want to ride far more this year.

I ride around on a rather retro bike but I love it.

Look forward to hearing more about your rides and adventures, no matter how small.

Ride safe.

[PamNY]

I'm 62 and plan to ride forever. I like Catrin's phrase "aging backwards" because that's how I feel since I started cycling. I agree with Marni about riding into my 90s and -- who knows? -- beyond.

There's lots of good advice on this forum about fitness in general, so I'd encourage everyone to post specific questions or concerns. One important thing I learned here was the importance of core strength in cycling. I had no idea it mattered so much.

ETA: I have never seen any hint of "ageism" in this group. I suppose age is a factor in injury, recovery time, etc. but no one should feel constrained from posting here because of age.

[BonnieS]

I bought a road bike as a present to myself on my 50th birthday, which is coming up this year. I wanted a present that would change my life and it's clear from the cyclists on this site that cycling changes lives, no question about that.

I can't wait to start riding, I've been on the trainer all winter but I've already signed up for my first sportive, a 180-km ride deep in the country. My goal is to finish it!