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[Closed] Still riding North Shore in her 70s

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Back in 1993 Betty Birrell had a go at mountain biking. She was 45 years old. Now she’s 73 and can still more than hold her own.

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Posted : 05/05/2022 12:12 pm
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What a legend


 
Posted : 05/05/2022 12:18 pm
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59 and just recovering from my first ever fairly serious mtb injury. Can't wait to get back out on it and if the body is still able hope to still be doing it in my 70s.

Edit: posted the above before watching but got to say, what a remarkable woman! a true inspiration!


 
Posted : 05/05/2022 3:12 pm
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"maturity is an over-reaction to reality" Mint Sauce 1994 ish


 
Posted : 06/05/2022 1:00 am
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What a great video. I hope I get another 20 years. (52 now)


 
Posted : 06/05/2022 1:29 am
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Incredibly inspirational woman!


 
Posted : 06/05/2022 12:34 pm
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Top lady. We have the same ambition


 
Posted : 08/05/2022 2:15 pm
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Agreed amazing person and a real inspiration to those of us who have been around a long while 👍😊


 
Posted : 08/05/2022 4:35 pm