The Mechanic Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Is 64 too old to start trials I don't think so so I am going to give it a try. I can't think of anyone else that age riding can you in the UK? Got the bike got the enthusiasm just need the practice. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dann2707 Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Usually the cut off point is 63, sorry 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azarathal Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 You're Tom's (FNG) granddad arent you? It's Mikey, I sold you the Zhi frame I'd say go for it! I know you're around riders a lot due to taking Tom out riding so you might as well try join in Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davidbarr Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Don't see why not. If you're physically fit for it and it's something you think you will enjoy, then go for it! Good Luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mechanic Posted December 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 You're Tom's (FNG) granddad arent you? It's Mikey, I sold you the Zhi frame I'd say go for it! I know you're around riders a lot due to taking Tom out riding so you might as well try join in That's right Mikey I thought if I am following them around why not ride as well, don't think I will be doing huge gaps or anything just having fun as well thats what its all about anyway. ( Great Frame by The way ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaybs41282 Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Awesome! It's got to be better than taking up racing pigeons or something... Good on you, Sir! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JD™ Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 I've never got your name, though I've ridden with Tom a few times (tarty days and the 24tour Bristol dates). Great to see you're going to join in - your first hand experience will no doubt help Tom along too. Welcome Grandad! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Borneo Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Wow, I thought I was old to be getting back into it at thirty. Fair play to you. Good to hear about a family getting into riding together. Like you said though, it's worth taking it easy to start with. I know from skating, my body doesn't bounce back from inuries like it used to and you've got 34 years on me. Be worth the odd bump though I'm sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skoze Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Tom's Grandad! Good to have you on here matey, we've met a few times over the past year or so - i'm Matt, ride that black and green Leeson and tell Tom he needs a 24" Never too old, there was a guy in America around your age (maybe even older?) Who started up on a Heatsink 24UK! Need any help, drop me a message or ask on here, i'll do my best to help you out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greetings Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Do it. Before you know, your grandson will be telling his beginner friends "my grandad sidehopped this wall last week, I'm sure you can do it too". And that's probably never been said before. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurence--Trials Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Don't see why not. If you're physically fit for it and it's something you think you will enjoy, then go for it! Good Luck. This exactly!! I while ago i posted a video of someone who was 70 something and was riding, take the sport up, the only thing i would say is keep an eye on your wrists because trials can put alot of strain on them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mechanic Posted December 26, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Thanks for the encouragement guys, names John by the way so if you see an old guy on a trials bike with a beard then say hi. Not so worried about my wrists more my backside I expect I will end up on that a few times. I have seen the video of the 70 year old I am a youngster compared to him. I did ride motorbike trials a good many years ago but this is very different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kaybs41282 Posted December 26, 2011 Report Share Posted December 26, 2011 Nice to meet you John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chimpanzyyyy Posted December 29, 2011 Report Share Posted December 29, 2011 videooooooooooooo!!!! that's seriously awesome Best of luck in your riding!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FamilyBiker Posted December 29, 2011 Report Share Posted December 29, 2011 you are never too old to have fun. even having the idea of getting into sports no matter how old you are is giving the answer for itself. most people are thinking 30 is the limitation for starting trials. we need someone to proof theres only limitation in mind. bring it on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krazykid009 Posted December 29, 2011 Report Share Posted December 29, 2011 It'd be good to see the Neon out and about again John! Let me know when you're out next and I'll hook up with you guys for a ride! James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andeee Posted December 29, 2011 Report Share Posted December 29, 2011 You can never be too old for anything. id say go for it.. You only live once. Maybe your grandson and his friends might find it inspiring seeing someone at an older age riding. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isitafox Posted December 29, 2011 Report Share Posted December 29, 2011 Looks like our senior class for the british cup is increasing nicely! I know your tom and have probably met you before, another vote here for a vid! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mechanic Posted December 30, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 A fair way to go before a video that would interest anyone, but I suspect someone will take some shots of me struggling along. Still its lousy weather might get to ride over the weekend don't know yet. All the support is encouraging don't expect great things though but watch this space you never know I may even get up on the back wheel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krazykid009 Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 A fair way to go before a video that would interest anyone, but I suspect someone will take some shots of me struggling along. Still its lousy weather might get to ride over the weekend don't know yet. All the support is encouraging don't expect great things though but watch this space you never know I may even get up on the back wheel. Don't worry, you can count on me! I'm sure with Tom pushing you you won't have any rest until you're riding a comp! haha James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ryan_m Posted December 30, 2011 Report Share Posted December 30, 2011 i thought i was a late starter at 23... but seriously fair play........ good luck in your riding and you never know, any competitions you may enter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mechanic Posted December 31, 2011 Author Report Share Posted December 31, 2011 Don't worry, you can count on me! I'm sure with Tom pushing you you won't have any rest until you're riding a comp! haha James I would have guessed you would be the one hiding behind a tree taking pics. A comp is a long way off but I would not mind really they are great fun no matter what standard you are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krazykid009 Posted January 1, 2012 Report Share Posted January 1, 2012 I would have guessed you would be the one hiding behind a tree taking pics. A comp is a long way off but I would not mind really they are great fun no matter what standard you are. You make me sound so suspicious John! Do it man, I am hoping to get the comps done next year too! James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Mechanic Posted January 1, 2012 Author Report Share Posted January 1, 2012 Those sneaky shots are the best ones, rode today at Cumberland Basin its a lot different from a motorbike trials machine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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