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The amazing way bicycles change you

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I'm 60, my at-rest pulse is 42, and BP the same as when I was 19.
Tough winter for riding between our weather and my daughter's HS wrestling state-championship bid.
But I managed to get out twice last week (once in the rain). On the pretty day, I chatted with a 67-y-o with two hip replacements and the same at-rest pulse.
Circulation is everything, and a bike is the best way to burn calories, improve circulation, and have fun at the same time. Won't even go through my list of injuries that act up when I can't get on the bike.

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Thank you for sharing your story,
it’s a great motivator to hear !
 
I'm 60, my at-rest pulse is 42, and BP the same as when I was 19.
Tough winter for riding between our weather and my daughter's HS wrestling state-championship bid.
But I managed to get out twice last week (once in the rain). On the pretty day, I chatted with a 67-y-o with two hip replacements and the same at-rest pulse.
Circulation is everything, and a bike is the best way to burn calories, improve circulation, and have fun at the same time. Won't even go through my list of injuries that act up when I can't get on the bike.

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This is an inspiring thread! Live strong!
I still own my 1971 Raleigh International, with Fiamme rims and all Campi parts, even Cinelli fork and handlebars. I love this Bicycle!
 
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Wouldn't want to scare the natives any more than I already do. Lol.
Seriously though, I do feel an awful lot happier whilst cycling.
Great talk above, who can argue with the guy. I wish the U.K. had invested as the Dutch have, but sadly the tyranny of the car overarches everything else.
I'm with @cyclingday on that greatest invention thing; freedom, liberation, happiness and health, you've got to love a bike ride!
Great shirt!
 
Just looking at your modded International makes me feel good...
All those parts were amalgamated in the 3rd rebuild of my '77 Grand Prix from college. Since the parts I had assembled were a silk purse, I had long toyed with the idea of upgrading the frame (was thinking Specialized Sequoia or Univega Specialissima). When a wreck last October killed the Grand Prix frame, I found the '74 International frame and wholesale moved it over - had to buy two parts, seatpost and BB cable guide. Plus, I was able to sell my Nitto rear rack and Carsick Panniers for the cost of the International frame. The International main triangle is too flexy for a rear load, but it's a joy to climb. Some of my riding buddies get mad at me for occasionally calling out - I love this climb.
They always ask if you could only have one bike - this one would be it for me. 40-years of tweaking fit and function.
 
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All those parts were amalgamated in the 3rd rebuild of my '77 Grand Prix from college. Since the parts I had assembled were a silk purse, I had long toyed with the idea of upgrading the frame (was thinking Specialized Sequoia or Univega Specialissima). When a wreck last October killed the Grand Prix frame, I found the '74 International frame and wholesale moved it over - had to buy two parts, seatpost and BB cable guide. Plus, I was able to sell my Nitto rear rack and Carsick Panniers for the cost of the International frame. The International main triangle is too flexy for a rear load, but it's a joy to climb. Some of my riding buddies get mad at me for occasionally calling out - I love this climb.
They always ask if you could only have one bike - this one would be it for me. 40-years of tweaking fit and function.

Here is my '77 Grand Prix - if both of us are still around, I may ride it at the next (and last) Classic Rendezvous Weekend in Greensboro, NC.
 
I'm 60, my at-rest pulse is 42, and BP the same as when I was 19.
Tough winter for riding between our weather and my daughter's senior-year HS wrestling state-championship bid.
But I managed to get out twice last week (once in the rain). On the pretty day, I chatted with a 67-y-o with two hip replacements and the same at-rest pulse.
Circulation is everything, and a bike is the best way to burn calories, improve circulation, and have fun at the same time. Won't even go through my list of injuries that act up when I can't get on the bike.

I've had more than my share of close calls riding my bikes, but I always say that I'm more likely to die if I don't ride than if I do. Other than chores it's the only exercise I get. I was out yesterday in the 5 degree weather. It wasn't as bad as I thought it would be, but I didn't go too far. Ride on!
 
I found this tonight and thought it was particularly interesting. What do y'all think!? Do you smile like a fool while riding like I do?
Every time I ride my 1920s Iver Johnson wearing my newsboy cap around the King Williams neighborhood which comprises of homes built from that era while listening to music takes me back in time with a :)
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Google map photo does not fully illustrate how beautiful the area is.
 
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