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M R · 08-15-2007, 12:45 PM

Trails around me aren't rated like that. If this is similar to ski slopes then you certainly could give it a go as the brits would say. If you're riding lower grade trails now you have to try to know.

And by middle age what do you mean? I'm over 40 and the best 40+ riders are about as good as anyone. If you're in good shape and have ridden easier trails OK...then is only one way to find out my friend!

EDIT: Hey you asked the Q about the 25K ride! Again more info would help greatly. But a 50ish guy on a good bike that is in good shape could do a moderate trail (that he hasn't road before) in about 1.5 hours, I'd guess, if you don't have to stop.

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M R Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 81	Trails around me aren't rated like that. If this is similar to ski slopes then you certainly could give it a go as the brits would say. If you're riding lower grade trails now you have to try to know. And by middle age what do you mean? I'm over 40 and the best 40+ riders are about as good as anyone. If you're in good shape and have ridden easier trails OK...then is only one way to find out my friend! EDIT: Hey you asked the Q about the 25K ride! Again more info would help greatly. But a 50ish guy on a good bike that is in good shape could do a moderate trail (that he hasn't road before) in about 1.5 hours, I'd guess, if you don't have to stop. __________________ Powered by Yahoo! Answers