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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

07-22-13, 09:13 AM

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Ive thought about a recumbent trike. Local shop...

Ive thought about a recumbent trike. Local shop got one in, but it was a cheapie and the gears didn't shift. I have friend that rides them--he rode from New Mexico to Georgia. He said don't get...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

03-04-13, 08:16 AM

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Here someone is having Vitamin D deficiency from...

Here someone is having Vitamin D deficiency from not enough sun. I've had to have surgery to remove skin cancers blamed on the sun. Told to stay out of sun and wear long sleeves and hats (not...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

08-07-12, 02:05 AM

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What town is near the Goatneck ride? I think a...

What town is near the Goatneck ride? I think a Trek 7000 might fit your bike needs. Not too pricey and mine serves me well.

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

06-18-12, 08:25 AM

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I have the Trek 7000. The 7100 you gain front...

I have the Trek 7000. The 7100 you gain front suspension--really does a 66 year old woman need that? You also go from 21 speed to 24 speed. Again is that needed? I don't see the need for a higher...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

06-04-12, 12:31 PM

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Several years ago my neighbor and I decided to...

Several years ago my neighbor and I decided to take up biking. Went to Wal Mart and bought one size fits all Schwinn Trail bikes. It was uncomfortable to me. Went to a bike shop to see if an...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

10-31-11, 07:06 AM

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I told my dealer my riding situation--mostly...

I told my dealer my riding situation--mostly streets and some off road. He said get a Trek 7000 which I did and I have enjoyed it. I like riding in more of an upright posistion. I put a big Brooks...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

09-26-11, 08:04 AM

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There was an 80 year old guy zipping along on his...

There was an 80 year old guy zipping along on his bike. A younger guy saw him and decided to catch up with him--couldn't let the old fellow out do him. After some hard peddaling he caught up. Told...

Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)

08-09-11, 09:44 PM

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I started riding again a few years ago--hadn't...

I started riding again a few years ago--hadn't ridden since teen ager. It helps my memory and oh yes did I tell you it helps my memory. And another thing it helps my memory. Has another advantage...

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