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Just wondering if baby boomers relate to other baby boomers and take part of the responsibility for when they were in political and social control (30-50 years of age). Same goes for Gen X and Gen Y. Say, if someone is 26 I'd say we lack initiative and our political protest is limited to blogging. Considering the level of potential threat from climate change not enough kids actually bike to work and eat less meat.
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I agree with Maria to a point. I am 80 years of age and have seen many generation pass, each one doing its own thing by being influenced by the actions of other others. I will say this though, if we have the chance to influence even one person to do that which is right then we have an obligation to do so.
The problem with individuals is that they are influenced by their peer groups. Some of the answers given to your question are hard and perhaps a little unfair. There are many of this generation who are good young people, but as that which is good in them is overshadowed by that which is bad in others, all are tarred with the same brush. Do not sell your generation short. There is a saying which goes "There is so much good in the worst of crows, and so much bad in the best of humans, that it ill becomes humans to talk about crows" - Albert Hubbard.
If we are to influence this or any other generation, then let us start in our own families.
I agree with Maria to a point. I am 80 years of age and have seen many generation pass, each one doing its own thing by being influenced by the actions of other others. I will say this though, if we have the chance to influence even one person to do that which is right then we have an obligation to do so.
The problem with individuals is that they are influenced by their peer groups. Some of the answers given to your question are hard and perhaps a little unfair. There are many of this generation who are good young people, but as that which is good in them is overshadowed by that which is bad in others, all are tarred with the same brush. Do not sell your generation short. There is a saying which goes "There is so much good in the worst of crows, and so much bad in the best of humans, that it ill becomes humans to talk about crows" - Albert Hubbard.
If we are to influence this or any other generation, then let us start in our own families.
What can I expect from a Mountain Bike Trail?
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I'm planning to go biking in a Mountain Bike Trail but I've never been or seen a mountain bike trail, so I was wondering what will I see once I get there, I mean, are the paths always made of concrete (like a sidewalk) or is it a natural path?
Also I need to buy a bike to go there, what would you recomend me and in what price range are the Mountain Bike Trail bikes?
Thanks in advance.
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Real trails are mostly or all dirt, gravel, sand. Hard pack dirt is the best. You will encounter steep short hills and some times long hills depending were you live and ride. Tree roots (very slippery when wet) rocks, small to medium logs to hump over, bumpy rutted down hill are common. Sometimes trails are very narrow between trees with tight turns etc. and small very narrow bridges (hand built) over wet spots are common where I ride. Trails vary widely.
Ask around, trails are rated for difficulty. For a first ride choose the easiest you can find. I don't want to scare you but the 1st time out is an eye-opener for most riders. When I take newbies out I go to the easiest trail which crosses park roads so if they had enough for the day we just ride the road back to the car.
As for the bike, try to buy above the $300 - $400 price range if you really want to trail ride. Wally Mart type bikes will not hold up to the abuse taken on a trail. There OK for once in a while trial rides. Best thing would be to borrow a bike to try it out - trails I mean. If you really like it and are a good athlete spend $600+ to get a bike that will be well equiped to work well under trail conditions. Stay away from duel suspension bikes - they added weight and $$$ and are certainly not needed. They are sold a lot in discount stores because kids (and adults) think there cool.
Make sure you ride on the road to get in at least OK shape and can handle and shift you bike very well. MTB riding requires much more skill than road riding. Finally, go when it's dry.
Real trails are mostly or all dirt, gravel, sand. Hard pack dirt is the best. You will encounter steep short hills and some times long hills depending were you live and ride. Tree roots (very slippery when wet) rocks, small to medium logs to hump over, bumpy rutted down hill are common. Sometimes trails are very narrow between trees with tight turns etc. and small very narrow bridges (hand built) over wet spots are common where I ride. Trails vary widely.
Ask around, trails are rated for difficulty. For a first ride choose the easiest you can find. I don't want to scare you but the 1st time out is an eye-opener for most riders. When I take newbies out I go to the easiest trail which crosses park roads so if they had enough for the day we just ride the road back to the car.
As for the bike, try to buy above the $300 - $400 price range if you really want to trail ride. Wally Mart type bikes will not hold up to the abuse taken on a trail. There OK for once in a while trial rides. Best thing would be to borrow a bike to try it out - trails I mean. If you really like it and are a good athlete spend $600+ to get a bike that will be well equiped to work well under trail conditions. Stay away from duel suspension bikes - they added weight and $$$ and are certainly not needed. They are sold a lot in discount stores because kids (and adults) think there cool.
Make sure you ride on the road to get in at least OK shape and can handle and shift you bike very well. MTB riding requires much more skill than road riding. Finally, go when it's dry.
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