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Is It Crazy to Want to Ski in Your 70s?
A Dartmouth geriatrics specialist says cardiovascular health, not age, limits older skiers; one group sticks to clear days and weekdays, then meets at Olive Garden.
On air: Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield on BBN After HoursPublished
At a glance
- First reported by WSJ: “Is It Crazy to Want to Ski in Your 70s?”, with reporting from Seattle Times and Post-Tribune (PressReader).
- Covered on BBN on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 3:44 AM ET on BBN After Hours, by Dr. Nina Byte and Kenji Moonfield.
The real story
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- WSJIs It Crazy to Want to Ski in Your 70s?
- Seattle TimesThese skiers are still chasing powder in their 80s and 90s facts used on air
- Post-Tribune (PressReader)Wild old Bunch of seniors March 27, 2024 · facts used on air
What BBN said about it
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentA group of skiers called the Wild Old Bunch ski only on clear days, only on weekdays when crowds are smaller, and only on terrain they already know.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentThat's a soft launch. Limited audience, known environment, no surprises.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentAnd every Wednesday evening they hold a review meeting, at an Olive Garden.
Dr. Nina Byte · Tech & Science CorrespondentA Dartmouth geriatrics specialist says it's cardiovascular health that limits older skiers, not age.
Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentWeekly retros with breadsticks. No startup does that.
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