I always shied away from the lazy option of getting an ebike. Until I did a major career change a year ago, aged 56, from teaching to building trade. As much as I absolutely love my new job, it takes it out of me physically, so every weekend is spent recovering ready for Monday. I used to be one of the die-hards in my club- always out twice a week in all conditions, riding and trailbuilding. This year I've ridden three times and I miss it. When I have ridden I've struggled, where I didn't use to. So, after much soul-searching, I've ordered one. A good friend of mine is in a similar situation, at 62 he couldn't keep up with the group any more and thought about packing it in, then got a Levo and it changed his life. He rides more than any of us, goes on the big rides in North Wales and is a fitter and happier man for it. That has to be a good reason to buy one, surely. If I was 30, I'd say to myself "stop moaning and get fitter". It's not as easy as that now.
Dec. 9, 2018, 12:46 a.m. - midlifechrisis
I always shied away from the lazy option of getting an ebike. Until I did a major career change a year ago, aged 56, from teaching to building trade. As much as I absolutely love my new job, it takes it out of me physically, so every weekend is spent recovering ready for Monday. I used to be one of the die-hards in my club- always out twice a week in all conditions, riding and trailbuilding. This year I've ridden three times and I miss it. When I have ridden I've struggled, where I didn't use to. So, after much soul-searching, I've ordered one. A good friend of mine is in a similar situation, at 62 he couldn't keep up with the group any more and thought about packing it in, then got a Levo and it changed his life. He rides more than any of us, goes on the big rides in North Wales and is a fitter and happier man for it. That has to be a good reason to buy one, surely. If I was 30, I'd say to myself "stop moaning and get fitter". It's not as easy as that now.