FREE WHEEL
Off and racing
- Published: 15 Nov 2012 at 00.00
- Newspaper section: Life
How old is too old to take part in a sporting competition as an athlete?
Replies to that question will vary depending on the individual and the sport. However, ask cyclists, both mountain bikers and roadies, and you're not likely to get any age for an answer. The fact is as long as you can ride, you can race.
Yes, it's true. And this is one of the less-talked-about benefits of biking, which is one of the very few sports that allows you to compete for a place on the podium regardless of your age.
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