Hybrid Bicycles Men
What is too much on a bicycle for an older man?
I’m basically asking this for my older brother. Many may know him here as “Old Hippie”. He’ll read this sooner or later & get mad! Remember – he’s pushing 60 with arthritis in lower back & knees. We went out riding early on Memorial Day & did almost 15 miles. He took his Mountain Bike which was a surprise to me. Afterwords, he said his lower back seemed OK – which is also another surprise. But he keeps complaining he should be able to do more. Two years ago he couldn’t do 5 miles. On his Hybrid bike, I’ve seen him do 25-30 miles. I think he’s doing fairly well considering he’s lost about 60 lbs. Sure beats watching TV all day. Given his physical ailments, do you think he’s pushing too hard? Just one brother worried about another…
I’m 56 and think nothing of doing 20 mile rides, and occasionally further. I usually do 50 to 80 miles a week.
Cycling is a none – load bearing sport, and will be better for him than running or walking.
Running used to be my main sport, I cycled more for cross training and commuting, but now I’ve got arthritis in my ankles I’ve had to give up the running, and concentrate on the cycling.
You should encourage your brother, he’s doing the right thing, tell him to keep it up.
And I must say, he gives good answers on Y!A.
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Extreme Sport Bicycle Bike Adventures Racing Mountain Bike MTB Motocross BMX Sun UV Protect Goggles Sunglasse $12.99 This Listing is for an excellent Military Flying Style GoggleInclude: one Transparent Mirror Reflection Lens Flying Style GoggleSize: L 7 1/2″ x 3 3/8″ (19 cm x 8.5 cm)Weight:Appr 0.18 lb (80grams)High quality chrome frame finish with Black, extra-soft, close-fitting face padding.UV protection optical quality plastic Lenses.Split design angle lenses for all round vision.One Size – Adjustable elast… |
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Sun UV Wind Protect Adjustable Headband Extreme Sport Bicycle Bike Adventures Racing Mountain Bike MTB Motocross BMX Goggles Sunglasse $9.99 This listing is for an excellent Military Pilot Aviator Style Motorcycle GoggleInclude: One dazzling colorful Reflection Lens GoggleSize: appr. L 7 1/8″ x 2 1/2″ (18 cm x 6.3 cm)Lens Color: Reflective Blue-PurpleWeight:Appr 0.09 lb (43grams)High quality chrome frame finish with Black, soft close-fitting face padding.UV protection optical quality plastic Lenses, all round visionUnique chrome flexib… |
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Adjustable Headband One Size Extreme Sport Bicycle Bike Adventures Racing Mountain Bike MTB Motocross BMX Sun UV Protect Goggles Sunglasse $9.99 This listing is for an excellent Military Pilot Aviator Style Motorcycle GoggleInclude: One dazzling colorful Reflection Lens GoggleSize: appr. L 7 1/8″ x 2 1/2″ (18 cm x 6.3 cm)Lens Color: Reflective ChromeWeight:Appr 0.09 lb (43grams)High quality chrome frame finish with Black, soft close-fitting face padding.UV protection optical quality plastic Lenses, all round visionUnique black flexible spr… |
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Cyco Cycle 20-Inch Cycle $82.69 Designed and built for kids and grown kids-at-heart, the Cyco Cycle is a sturdy and rugged trike-unicycle hybrid the whole family can enjoy. There are no handlebars, so you steer with your legs, but it’s incredibly sturdy and tough enough for rough riding. With front and rear quick-grab handles and a cantilevered adjustable unicycle-style seat, the Cyco cycle offers steady, even balance on all thr… |
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GMC Denali Boy’s 24-Inch Road Bike $179.99 Finally, a road bike for smaller riders! The GMC Denali 24″ Wheel 21-Speed Road Bike is built around a lightweight aluminum road bike frame. The Denali Road Bike is equipped with alloy calipers and brake levers. The high-profile alloy Vitesse racing rims look as good as they perform. Shimano Revo shifters allow you to shift with out taking your hands off the handle bars providing safety and confid… |
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Nirve Wilshire 700C Men’s Eurosport Hybrid Bicycle Frame Size: 24 Inches $311.99 The Nirve® Wilshire Eurosport is a men’s hybrid bicycle with a vintage racer look and feel. Crafted around a chromoly frame, the bike features lugged joints, each of which is TIG welded for durability. It features a 3-speed Shimano® internal rear hub which is controlled via a Rapid Fire® shifter. Powerful alloy caliper brakes stop the bike, and the race-inspired saddle is comfortable for commut… |
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HAT PACE SOLID COLORS BAG OF 10 $139.99 Pack of ten assorted black and white with sewn ribbon down center in red/blue/white, world champion, or red/white/green. Lightweight cotton twill. 4-panel dome with flip up visor. KoolFit Elastic Sweatband. One size fits all…. |
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Velo Men’s Plush Saddle w/ Lycra Cover 267 X 167 Mm. Black/gray – 476g $24.99 … |
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Bike Tread Belt Don’t fool around when it comes to keeping your pants up. These belts are handmade in Portland, Oregon from recycled bicycle rubber tires, and each one is strong enough to cinch you in for years to come. Each belt is made from a different tire, so each one has a distinct pattern to its tread, even showing different levels of wear. Buckle is nickel-plated steel. You asked and we listened! The bike … |
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Sonoma Women’s Chainless Drive Evolution Urban Voyager Bicycle $549.99 A fashionable, reliable way to join cycling’s chainless uprising, the Sonoma Urban Voyager chainless women’s bicycle offers great looks and an even better ride. At first glance, riders will be intrigued by the Urban Voyager’s sophisticated design. The bike packs a host of cutting-edge features into its sleek, streamlined body, including a lightweight aluminum frame that makes parking or loading th… |
