Meet Britain’s Oldest Competitive BMX Racer

Meet Britain’s Oldest Competitive BMX Racer | Life After 50

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6 жыл бұрын

Paul was introduced to BMX riding just five years ago at the age of 65. Dubbed as Britain’s oldest BMX rider, he describes it as ‘the best thing ever’ and travels across the UK, Europe and America competing in BMX racing championships.
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@A-Zee-Zee_ 5 жыл бұрын

An inspiration. I'm 50 and bought a bmx today. Found this video while googling if I was too old to ride a bmx lol

@Mike-pj1kv 5 жыл бұрын

Great. Inspiration for me, I am 54 and used to ride bmx 40 years ago. I am now riding again. Same style as Paul here. Not racing, but doing what I want (bmx). Great to see this.

@section5407 5 ай бұрын

Love it. I been riding bmx since I was about 5 years old. Still Riding at 49 years. I only ride 80's - early 90's 20" BMX. Never stop loving what you do or what you can do. This guy found BMX and it makes him happy. LOVE IT. BMXellence

@PiffSett 4 жыл бұрын

Is this the definition of RAD or what???💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

@harryo6126 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome! great story, I want to get back into BMX I used to ride back in 81/82, so I was worried I was too old, not worried anymore thanks to this chap. Now I just have to worry if I'm too tall for 20" I'm 6 ft 1.

@edfrench9937 6 жыл бұрын

Paul told me off for not wearing my helmet correctly at Chicksands bike park the other week. Quite right too! Top lad. All power to you mate :)

@megapicksale4210 6 жыл бұрын

What an inspiration

@mtbaaron 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome vid of Paul now let’s make it go viral 😁👍

@dee3368 3 жыл бұрын

Don't ever let someone tell you your too old for bmx this man is living proof ...im seeing more people over the age of 40 riding now....and it's inspiring... I stopped at 30 and regretted it ever since

@Looshfactory68 2 жыл бұрын

I think it’s brilliant that you are still riding, all the best from the U.K.

@michaelirish1445 5 жыл бұрын

Fitness’s experts are increasing encouraging stop start, short burst sprint type group exercise. They have found its is the best and quickest way to get strong and heart fit in limited working lifestyle. BMX racing is inline with this type of exercise, short explosive bursts, working arms and legs simultaneously. You are a ripper mate, very inspiring.

@picklepoo98 6 жыл бұрын

Great guy! Always stops for a chat at Chicksands! He gives me hope!

@RaptorProducts1991 6 жыл бұрын

I always told myself, I dont want to look like these elders nowadays when I am 70 or 90. I want to have more power within myself with 75 than I have now. After eating unhealthy stuff for 27 years, being overweight for the last 4 and not doing enough sports, I am changing my diet and fitness. Because you never know, when you dont get the chance to change it! Respect your body and mind and it will respect you back.

@Good1vibes 6 жыл бұрын

Damn..great job sir. I just started skateboarding after a 25 year absence of riding a skateboard. Feels great man. I may just get myself a BMX and start racing and I’m only 44 years young!

@dannywalker3962 6 жыл бұрын

I think this is the best video I've seen on KZfaq!....from the way this man rides I thought he was going to say he's done it all his life!.... amazing!..

@marcoceccarelli6415 3 жыл бұрын

Good for you that's what life's all about. Just go out there and have fun

@m011ynice03 2 жыл бұрын

Look at this coming up on recommended page now😚🤚🏼🚲

@aidylyall883 8 ай бұрын

This is amazing. I'm 54 and thinking of getting back into bmx's

@stakesysmetalworkmachinery7402 6 жыл бұрын

Top bloke. Think Ill give it a go. The old ultra burner will have to come out! spring chicken at 46

@tink6212 5 жыл бұрын

You should defo give it a go. 1. Find your local club 2, Get down there for their club sessions and they will have all the kit to borrow 3. Have fun Just to add to the other comments, Paul is a top bloke!

@SlimDonni 3 жыл бұрын

I was born in 72 and just turned 48. Got back on a BMX about a year and a half ago. I have enjoyed every minute of riding. Also the New school bikes are Amazing compared to the Tanks we had in the 80s. Good Luck and Safe Riding. Peace out.

@ericmartin3396 3 жыл бұрын

When I raced 13yrs ago there was a guy that was in his 70s that raced

@bobbycasias3096 3 жыл бұрын

So cool 😎.iam 53 still ride my redline.

@richarddutchholland4780 6 ай бұрын

I’m 53 and I’ve not been on a BMX since 1986 and I’m seriously considering starting racing again

@nicholasbuttery511 4 ай бұрын

The best thing is that you was a Teenager in The 1980`s, Two You can afford bikes and components that you could only dream about now that you are in your 50`s.

@silverfox935 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect!

@67spankadelik 6 жыл бұрын

Pretty cool.

@Air-Marky 6 жыл бұрын

Wow that's great!

@johnpaulpfeiffer 6 ай бұрын

Ya!!! Love it man..

@gunay205 3 жыл бұрын

Love this 💪🏼

@jamesmakar2544 Жыл бұрын

Looked in the mirror at 60 and thought about getting back into bmx. Lots of changes definitely needed.....ibuprofen becoming the drug of choice for one lol.