"Quick Take: At 70 years old, I'm riding stronger than ever-not because I'm chasing speed records, but because I've leaned into organized events, smart training, and a few key gear upgrades. If you're a senior cyclist (or want to be one), this is what's working for me and how you can build your own cycling life after 60. There's something poetic about flipping a calendar page."
"I'm not chasing personal records like I did decades ago. I'm not trying to prove anything to Strava, and I'm not pretending I'm 30. But I'm still chasing meaning. I'm still building something. Instead of disappearing on solo tours, I leaned into organized events-Buffalo Gap, Hotter'N Hell, and The Day of the Tread. Each one felt like its own chapter. I tackled climbs, braved the wind, fought through heat, and rolled across finish lines that felt earned, not given."
"For decades, I was a solo tour guy. I'd pack up the bike, head out alone, and let the days unfold one mile at a time. But 2025 was different. This was a year of single-day events, multi-day rides, and shared roads with other cyclists chasing their own stories. And honestly? It was one of the most rewarding years I've had in the saddle."
I turned 70 and experienced a shift from solo touring to organized single-day and multi-day events like Buffalo Gap, Hotter'N Hell, and The Day of the Tread. I stopped chasing speed or Strava proof and focused on meaningful challenges and earned finish lines. Organized events provided clear routes and mileage for purposeful training, roadside support including sag wagons and aid stations, and social camaraderie with other riders. Smart training and a few targeted gear upgrades further improved comfort and performance. The combination of structure, safety, shared experience, and focused preparation enabled stronger, more fulfilling cycling after 60.
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