The Old Guy Bicycle Blog

Finding Your Bicycle Soul Mate: A Journey of Two Wheels and One Perfect Ride The bicycle. A simple machine, yes—but also a key to something far more profound. For many of us, it’s more than just transportation or exercise. It's a path to freedom, a connection to the outdoors, and occasionally... a deep, soulful bond. That’s where the idea of a bicycle soul mate comes in. What Is a Bicycle Soul Mate? Your bicycle soul mate isn’t just a bike that fits well and looks great (though those things do matter). It’s the ride that feels like an extension of your body and spirit. It’s the one that inspires early-morning adventures, cheers you on through the grind of steep climbs, and brings a grin to your face with every turn of the crank. It’s not just a tool. It’s a companion. A co-adventurer. A partner in the poetry of movement. How to Find Your Perfect Bicycle Match Finding that perfect bike isn’t always instant—it’s a journey. Here’s how to get closer to that two-wheeled connection: 1....

Welcome to the Ride Hi, I’m Bruce Bussell — a 69-year-old touring cyclist from Lubbock, Texas. I may call West Texas home, but my bicycle has taken me thousands of miles beyond it. From the panhandle to the coast and through countless towns in between, the open road has become my second home. I started this blog with one goal in mind: to inspire people my age to get active and discover that you can ride farther — and feel better — than you ever imagined. This isn’t about racing or competing. It’s about freedom, movement, and discovering just how much you’re still capable of. In July 2020, I rode 962 miles in 12 blazing-hot days from Texhoma, Oklahoma to South Padre Island. Back in 2016, I pedaled 1,050 miles in 19 days from Lubbock to Pensacola, Florida. And those are just a couple of the many multi-day rides I’ve completed over the years. But I didn’t start out this way. Just a few years ago, I was 85 pounds heavier and far from fit. The bicycle changed that — and it can change yo...