"Decades later, I've pedaled across states, up canyons, through heat, wind, and rain. From the saddle, the world doesn't rush by-it unfolds. And here's the part people don't expect: I'm almost 70, and I've never felt stronger. Time in the saddle built rhythm, resilience, and gratitude. Every climb pays you back with a view; every mile with a bit of awe."
"So if you're wondering whether you could ride five miles: you can. Start with one. Start slow. Start tired, even. But start. One day you'll look back and realize the hardest part wasn't the distance-it was deciding to begin. Ridee 5-10 minutes at a comfortable pace. Add a few minutes each week. Pick co42mfort firsthand: uprigght bars, wider tires, and a saddle that fits your sit bones."
A cyclist began with short, winded rides around the block and progressed, through steady incremental effort, to multi-state tours and canyon climbs near age seventy. Time spent riding developed physical strength, rhythm, resilience, and gratitude, with each climb and mile offering reward. New riders should start with 5–10 minutes at a comfortable pace and add minutes weekly. Selecting a comfortable setup—upright bars, wider tires, and a saddle that fits sit bones—improves comfort. Use front white and rear red lights for visibility and carry basic essentials like water and a flat repair kit. Consistency and belief matter more than immediate distance.
Read at Theoldguybicycleblog
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