Welcome, Dead Fish. You and I are of the same cloth, I am 62 as well, although I've had my bike license since '70, I had not ridden much since '75. Bought mine Sept '10, so I have got a season in. You said "cold garage" so I suspect you hang your hat somewhere in the northern regions.
You stole it from the mechanic, although I expect he made some money on it.
I am kind of semi-retired now. I am a supply teacher, so I can work when I want, or need to.
I gave up on golf years ago after I lost 12 balls in 9 holes one day, the thrill was gone.
Have fun with it , and keep practicing the sound thing. ( just do it when no-one can hear you
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