KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)
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Specimen #30838 DS #0233
Williamsburg, KY
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« Reply #80 on: June 15, 2011, 01:48:14 PM » |
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Paxton
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« Reply #81 on: June 15, 2011, 02:21:29 PM » |
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Let's just say that "if I knew I was going to live this long I would have taken better care of myself!"  ... I am coming up on 62 in September. Started riding at 13 on a '68 BSA. Back then in Puerto Rico you weren't required to be licensed to ride any size motorcycle! I always liked the older Hondas that I've owned: '73 CB350, '74 CB750; five '75-'77 GL1000 Naked Gold Wings; '74 CB750F; '97 Shadow ACE 1100 ... When I went to pick up the New '97 Shadow at the tiny local dealer, they were rollin' in a '97 Valkyrie. I sat on it and was intimidated by its size... and by the $3K price over the Shadow. The next day my Boss went in and bought the Valk. He still owns it. At the time I was 48, 175 lbs and 5'7." Now I'm 61, 240 lbs and barely 5'6." (Yes, a big belly pulls on and curves your spine... it makes you shorter.) Finally, got my first Valk (2000 Standard Black) in March 2011 at an estate sale in Arizona. The P.O., Mr. Gibbs passed away in 2009 at the tender age of 68. If Gibbs and his seven virgins were lookin' up from heaven, they'd be enjoying the Royal Treatment that "Dragonfly" is getting. Now, lookin' back, I wonder what was I thinking... choosing a Shadow over a Valkyrie!  It makes me puke! I think this Valk will be w/me until I croak. Then one of you guys can get it... nobody in the immediate family rides.  My old man rode Davidsons from 1942 - 1984, when at 70 he had a M/C accident in my CB750. The bike was destroyed, he walked away with a broken arm. He passed away two years later... "natural causes." My younger Cousin (59) rides a 2004 Valkyrie Rune ... far from my taste.  I married my vintage-model-wife in Halloween 1978 at the L.A. County Court House... $11 bucks for the certificate, plus breakfast at the Court's cafeteria... a great bargain! The wife used to ride w/me in years past, but now she won't.  However, she admits that the Valkyrie is the most beautiful bike I have ever owned. If the old man was around he'd agree! If life could be rewinded I would erase 1974 through 1977. The time was great but life with the "company" sucked... big time!  "I once had a psychic girlfriend but she left me before we met." |
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J. Paxton Gomez
1966 First year Bronco... 302 CI V8
1975 First year Chrysler Cordoba... 360 CI V8
1978 Honda 750F / Cafe Racer
2000 GL1500CY Fast-Black Standard Solo Rider
So Cal... 91205
"Four wheels move the body; two wheels move the soul."
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fudgie
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Better to be judged by 12, then carried by 6.
Huntington Indiana
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« Reply #82 on: June 15, 2011, 03:11:36 PM » |
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Turned 35 a few months ago. Bought the Valk when I was 24. Kit will turn 23 in a week or 2. She's been my party passenger since she was 18.  |
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 Now you're in the world of the wolves... And we welcome all you sheep... VRCC-#7196 VRCCDS-#0175 DTR PGR |
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old grouch
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If it aint broke, don't fix it!
Colorado Springs, CO
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« Reply #83 on: June 15, 2011, 03:45:59 PM » |
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My mother says I was born 40, so I guess that makes me 105! Not in too bad a shape for my age. Did Trike the I/S cause my knees/hips/ back weren't up to the challenge. Married 37 years to the same great woman. Stan
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 Don't float thru life, MAKE WAVES! 09/11/01 NEVER FORGET! |
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chigger
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« Reply #84 on: June 15, 2011, 03:56:13 PM » |
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well I must be the old dude,I'm 65 feel like 29 when I'm on the old girl.
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Serk
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« Reply #85 on: June 15, 2011, 03:58:35 PM » |
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I've never understood people bragging about their young age or pretending some superiority to their seniors. Youth is not an accomplishment. It's automatic. Growing older requires at least something.
I'm 60, and probably a high mileage 60 at that. I used to brag that there was nothing I'd do differently if I had it all to do over again. I don't say that anymore. Honestly, now and again, I would like to to it all over again.
I respect age... ...when it's bottled!  |
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Never ask a geek 'Why?',just nod your head and slowly back away...  IBA# 22107 VRCC# 7976 VRCCDS# 226 1998 Valkyrie Standard 2008 Gold Wing Taxation is theft. μολὼν λαβέ |
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BigAl
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« Reply #86 on: June 15, 2011, 04:09:34 PM » |
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Looks like the Old Farts have it so far.
50-60 Rules the Valk Board.
50 is when life starts.
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BIG--T
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1998 Standard, 2000 Interstate
The Twilight Zone
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« Reply #87 on: June 15, 2011, 04:15:27 PM » |
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Looks like 65% for us old coggers! 50-83 |
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Rio Wil
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« Reply #88 on: June 15, 2011, 04:35:50 PM » |
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67 when getting out of bed......27 when on the Valk. Bought my beast 4 years ago, I had sat on one with 50k miles but couldn't get permission to ride it. So, I flew 1500 miles to take a test drive and after driving it around the block, paid the guy and drove it 2300 miles back to California......a hell of a first ride and a grin so wide my face still hurts 4 years later. But that could be cause I still grin every time I get on ..........  |
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YoungPUP
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« Reply #89 on: June 15, 2011, 05:43:57 PM » |
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Due to proper respect for my elders, I've added a few more age brackets to the poll. I'm a strong believer of the saying: To be old and wise you must first be young and stupid.  |
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Yea though I ride through the valley of the Shadow of Death I shall fear no evil. For I ride the Baddest Mother F$#^er In that valley!
99 STD (Under construction)
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bigdog99
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1/1/2011 86,000 miles
Kouts Indiana
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« Reply #90 on: June 15, 2011, 05:46:41 PM » |
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wow, you keep stepping in dog poop. now your making fun of my last name. bob "elder" |
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« Reply #91 on: June 15, 2011, 05:55:04 PM » |
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26, started Valking at 22.
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When in doubt, ride.
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BigMac NJ
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Nike Hercules site Malibu inset FT. Bliss,Tx
Keyport New Jersey
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« Reply #92 on: June 15, 2011, 06:30:29 PM » |
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I'm 63.. my right knee is 5 1/2 |
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Karen
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« Reply #94 on: June 15, 2011, 07:20:10 PM » |
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68. Please try to keep up...
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blackvalk
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« Reply #95 on: June 15, 2011, 07:26:38 PM » |
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Colin
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My old job
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« Reply #96 on: June 15, 2011, 10:45:58 PM » |
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60 last week. Had my Valk for nearly 2 years (on the road for just over a year). I wish I had bought one years ago BUT now this will be my last bike. Nothing else to compare imho.
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Black Dog
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« Reply #97 on: June 16, 2011, 06:14:15 AM » |
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68. Please try to keep up...Way to go Karen  Black Dog
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Just when the highway straightened out for a mile And I was thinkin' I'd just cruise for a while A fork in the road brought a new episode Don't you know... Conform, go crazy, or ride a motorcycle...  |
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musclehead
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« Reply #98 on: June 16, 2011, 02:58:18 PM » |
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Half a centry this year.
me too in Oct..... |
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'in the tunnels uptown, the Rats own dream guns him down. the shots echo down them hallways in the night' - the Boss
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Jim
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« Reply #99 on: June 16, 2011, 05:22:44 PM » |
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Age is only a state of mind. When my body stops working, I'll stop riding.
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John Schmidt
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a/k/a Stuffy. '99 I/S Valk Roadsmith Trike
De Pere, WI (Green Bay)
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« Reply #100 on: June 16, 2011, 05:25:44 PM » |
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I know there is more than one person in the 70-80 bracket, I can think of at least four and I'm sure there are a couple more. I tried clicking on it but nothing happened.
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Reb
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Don't threaten me with a good time
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« Reply #101 on: June 16, 2011, 08:42:48 PM » |
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I've never understood people bragging about their young age or pretending some superiority to their seniors. Youth is not an accomplishment. It's automatic. Growing older requires at least something.
I'm 60, and probably a high mileage 60 at that. I used to brag that there was nothing I'd do differently if I had it all to do over again. I don't say that anymore. Honestly, now and again, I would like to to it all over again.
Hey Willow, Although I'm younger than most. I have more fun hanging out with seniors to myself than people my own age. I hope someday when I am older, I have as much energy as some of the older folks on this board. It was great meeting you at the Hillbilly Ride. Looking forward to the next time we cross paths |
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2022 Honda Goldwing Tour DCT
1999 Honda Valkyrie IS
1997 Honda Valkyrie Standard *Supercharged*
1972 Honda CB350F
1978 Honda CB550K
1968 Honda CL175 Sloper
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custom1
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01 Interstate
SW Pa
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« Reply #102 on: June 17, 2011, 08:01:09 AM » |
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I'M 50. 50 years old!When I was 40 this was the funniest thing.
A longer clip if you like.
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olddog1946
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« Reply #103 on: June 17, 2011, 08:35:35 AM » |
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65,...since making this trip down to Az, at times my back feels somewhere around 95..but I think that's more do do with my daughters jack rabbit driving, lol...it feels better on the bike...and I found out how nice those cooling vest's are in 100 degree heat...
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US AIR FORCE E7, Retired 1965-1988
01 Valk Std.
02 BMW k1200LTE
65 Chevelle coupe, 1986 Mazda RX-7 with 350/5spd, 1983 Mazda RX-7 with FOMOCO 302/AOD project, 95 Mustang GT Convertible 5.0, 5 spd
Moses Lake, Wa. 509-760-6382 if you need help
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Super Santa
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Houston, Texas
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« Reply #104 on: June 17, 2011, 04:10:02 PM » |
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Couple of months I will turn 70. Can't believe that I am this old.
Still married to my first wife after 44 years.
Bought my Interstate just under 4 years ago, and have put 83,000 miles on it. (And I was grounded for health reasons for about 6 months.)
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Hoosier Valk
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« Reply #105 on: June 17, 2011, 05:23:32 PM » |
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some of our older associates may still be fumbling with their reading glasses... I ain't fumbling, I just can't find em. |
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Sneaky Snake
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« Reply #106 on: June 17, 2011, 07:35:32 PM » |
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Since I'm 60, I didn't know if I should be in the 50 to 60 group or the 60 to 70 group. Since I still feel younger on most days, especially days that I ride - I checked the 50 to 60 group.
Ride Safe,
Chris
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Stormrider65
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Just Riding The Many Storms Of Life
Ft.Worth, Texas
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« Reply #108 on: June 18, 2011, 09:41:24 AM » |
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53 here in North Fort Worth. Bought my Valk last November. And been in trouble ever since. Man I love this bike. Walt |
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In this wild and wolly world, there are only 3 things you can depend on, your brains, your bros, and your bike. Ride free!!!
A good friend will bail you out of jail. A true friend will be sitting next to saying "Damn, That Was Fun"
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Chrisj CMA
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« Reply #109 on: June 18, 2011, 10:36:29 AM » |
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52 and in my fifties I have grown attached to the principle:
"good judgement comes from experience / experience comes from bad judgement"
and youth and bad judgement seem to go together.
Another principle that young people should learn is:
"zeal without wisdom is a good way to learn a lesson"
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« Reply #110 on: June 18, 2011, 11:58:40 AM » |
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52 and in my fifties I have grown attached to the principle:
"good judgement comes from experience / experience comes from bad judgement"
and youth and bad judgement seem to go together.
Another principle that young people should learn is:
"zeal without wisdom is a good way to learn a lesson"
And never ever forget-youth and enthusiasm will NEVER overcome age and treachery. RIDE SAFE. |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
VRCCDS0240 2012 GL1800 Gold Wing Motor Trike conversion
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bscrive
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Out with the old...in with the wooohoooo!!!!
Ottawa, Ontario
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« Reply #111 on: June 18, 2011, 06:56:47 PM » |
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I turn 43 next month and I have had the Valk for 8 years. I don't get out as much as I like but I make it count when I do. Don't know what I would do if something ever happened to it, not many out there will low miles anymore. Mine only has 28k miles on it. Bought it with only 4k miles on it. |
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 If global warming is happening...why is it so cold up here? |
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Big Ed
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2001 Standard - 1998 Project Bike
Dallas - Fort Worth, TX
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« Reply #112 on: May 13, 2024, 07:01:22 PM » |
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Vote early. Vote often.
Let's refresh these stats.
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old2soon
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« Reply #113 on: May 13, 2024, 08:37:12 PM » |
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Now I'm 79 the Valkyrie has been replaced by an 88 G/W trike cuz the left hip do not care to hold up Phatt Ghurl no mo! The main theme here sides age is the FACT lotsa oldder folks here Still LOVE being in the wind! The wind IS a good mistress to have! RIDE SAFE. |
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Today is the tommorow you worried about yesterday. If at first you don't succeed screw it-save it for nite check. 1964 1968 U S Navy. Two cruises off Nam.
VRCCDS0240 2012 GL1800 Gold Wing Motor Trike conversion
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« Reply #115 on: May 14, 2024, 07:44:53 AM » |
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In little over two months, I will be hitting 78 years on the earth. I put in 290 miles on my Valk on Saturday.
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2006 Shadow Spirit 1100 gone but not forgotten
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« Reply #116 on: May 14, 2024, 08:17:17 AM » |
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77 but don't ride much, bad legs after hip and knee replacements. If a good deal on a trike came around I would be riding every day again
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John Schmidt
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a/k/a Stuffy. '99 I/S Valk Roadsmith Trike
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« Reply #117 on: May 14, 2024, 09:08:35 AM » |
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Well, they say life begins at 40, so last month I hit 43...for the second time. I now ride a trike after finding a deal on one only 20 miles south of me about 2 1/2 years ago. I can still ride 2-wheels but now more comfy on three. As O2S says...in the wind is great medicine. |
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« Reply #118 on: May 14, 2024, 09:10:54 AM » |
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Heh this post is so old, my age has gone up two sections in the poll options since it was made...
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Never ask a geek 'Why?',just nod your head and slowly back away... IBA# 22107 VRCC# 7976 VRCCDS# 226 1998 Valkyrie Standard 2008 Gold Wing Taxation is theft. μολὼν λαβέ |
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Willow
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Excessive comfort breeds weakness. PttP
Olathe, KS
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« Reply #119 on: May 14, 2024, 10:00:28 AM » |
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Heh this post is so old, my age has gone up two sections in the poll options since it was made... Yes, if we are really interested in the current age distribution of our active members we should post a new poll. |
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