Going through the article archive and really appreciate this post! I started mtb at 40 just wanting to try something new...it was mtb or snowboarding. So glad I picked the former!
I was in good shape but mtb and trail running (also started at same time) have me at possibly the best shape of my life at 47yo (along w some strength training). The main issues I find are nagging injuries that take longer to heal (also cause I'm lazy and hate stretching and rolling).
The other thing that's helped me immensely is meeting and riding with more advanced Mudbunnies, trail building and just learning as much as I can. Last year specifically was pivotal in my progress cause I got a new bike (SC Hightower) and just rode more in general, both solo and specifically with new/more skilled people. Sessioning features I swore I would never even attempt, then successfully clearing them has opened up the world for me on many levels.
Late last year I moved to the North Shore to decrease my commutes from East Van. So so so glad I did. I hope more ladies continue or even start well into their 40s/50s cause I hear the age excuse waaaaay too often. I may not ride like a 20yo but I don't have to to have fun and challenge myself. There are plenty of ways to ride the shore and a little walking never killed anyone!
March 7, 2021, 11:09 a.m. - meloroast
Going through the article archive and really appreciate this post! I started mtb at 40 just wanting to try something new...it was mtb or snowboarding. So glad I picked the former! I was in good shape but mtb and trail running (also started at same time) have me at possibly the best shape of my life at 47yo (along w some strength training). The main issues I find are nagging injuries that take longer to heal (also cause I'm lazy and hate stretching and rolling). The other thing that's helped me immensely is meeting and riding with more advanced Mudbunnies, trail building and just learning as much as I can. Last year specifically was pivotal in my progress cause I got a new bike (SC Hightower) and just rode more in general, both solo and specifically with new/more skilled people. Sessioning features I swore I would never even attempt, then successfully clearing them has opened up the world for me on many levels. Late last year I moved to the North Shore to decrease my commutes from East Van. So so so glad I did. I hope more ladies continue or even start well into their 40s/50s cause I hear the age excuse waaaaay too often. I may not ride like a 20yo but I don't have to to have fun and challenge myself. There are plenty of ways to ride the shore and a little walking never killed anyone!