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QUESTION: Should older cyclists ride ebikes? This question was prompted by a reader response to my recent answer to a woman who asked if her 83-year-old husband, a long-time cyclist who had fallen from his bike and injured himself more than once lately, was too old to keep riding. Along with my answer, I mentioned the possibility of older riders switching to ebikes. The reader, … [Read more...] about Given that you can go faster on ebikes, should older cyclists ride them?

By Kevin Kolodziejski  Even though Thanksgiving has come and gone, I still feel the need to share my scorn for what the holiday has become for too many people. A day to eat way too much food — good food, bad food, and any type of food in between — and then snooze off and on while remaining motionless in a recliner while watching way too much football. It’s the … [Read more...] about Giving Thanks by Getting Fat Makes No Sense, Dying Like Olga Kotelko Does

By Lars Hundley As the years go by, most cyclists notice a shift. What used to feel like a tough but manageable workout leaves you dragging the next day. Rides that used to take 24 hours to recover from now take 48—or more. Welcome to one of the realities of aging: slower recovery. It’s a natural part of getting older, but it doesn’t have to derail your cycling or your … [Read more...] about Recovering Smarter for Older Cyclists

QUESTION: I recently attempted a 100-mile gravel grinder and had to drop out halfway. I’ve done plenty of century rides on the road before and thought I was ready, but the event was much harder and took much longer than I anticipated. I’m disappointed in myself for quitting and feel like I let myself down. How can I get over this, and should I try again? - Jason R RBR … [Read more...] about How do I move on after a big DNF?