I wasn't aware.....

[Crackle]

I spoke to a bloke on a Carrera a few days ago. His seat was too low, his technique was terrible but he was enjoying himself and he was out there doing it. The rest will follow, so good on him.

 

[ufkacbln]

There are those who take themselves far too seriously and forget the broad Church that is REAL cycling

A cyclist is anyone who rides a cycle with responsibility and care for others... full stop *

Anyone who does not understand that is the one who has the problem

(*Except people who use a single pannier - I draw the line there)

 

[wam68]

Forget about him and keep er lite

 

[Saluki]

Lots of idiots out there. Poor bloke is probably henpecked beyond belief, has a micro-penis and has some thankless, menial job as he's not bright enough for anything else. That's why he has to make comments to others in compensation for his rubbish life. Just pity the poor chap and move on.

You carry on riding and having a good time, that's what cycling is all about

 

[deptfordmarmoset]

I doubt they're actually a professional. Just some weekend wannabe who thinks a sportive is a race and is trying to compensate for their lack of personality by spending far too much on a bike which they'll never use to its full potential, and feeling high and mighty by belittling you.

Ignore them, it's not even worth the wasted breath telling them to eff off.

Quite. The elite cyclist doesn't need to be elitist. And I get the strong impression that the pros are still impressed by the current increase in cyclists and they welcome the greater number of cyclists on our roads. That sort of nonsense covers for the cyclist's own wannabe issues. Thankfully, it's rare to come across such bitchiness.

 

[Drago]

I'd have replied "F*** off you skinny dilbert runt."

Ignore them, they have to compensate for their small penises somehow.

 

[Mrs M]

Lots of idiots out there. Poor bloke is probably henpecked beyond belief, has a micro-penis and has some thankless, menial job as he's not bright enough for anything else. That's why he has to make comments to others in compensation for his rubbish life. Just pity the poor chap and move on.

You carry on riding and having a good time, that's what cycling is all about

 

[NormanD]

Best comeback ever: "I couldn't agree more, I'm in training to be a tw@t, just like you" you see them wobble when they look back at you

You do your own thing, ignore what others say or shout, you have much respect from everyone on this forum, it's friends like us who's opinions count

 

[Pikey]

Can I just say that I wasn't aware that you needed to start cycling with an acceptable physique and a top of the range bike. Clearly me being overweight and having brought a bike from Halfords means that I can't go out for a ride.
I would just like to thank the somewhat athletically built professional rider that commented on my stature today. I thought that following up the "Oh look its a yellow shamoo" comment with "didn't halfords do well ! " was hilarious.
I was so amused that I could not contain my laughter.

I encountered many cyclists today, some were family's out for a ramble and some were more serious, some nodded and said hello and others stayed focused on the path ahead. But only one was rude.
I may not be sponsored by sky, or have a top flight road bike, but I am doing the best that I can. Ive lost weight and hope to continue to do so.
It is a shame that there are always some who will look down on beginners.

Often it's their insecurity about their own weight/bike/abilities which makes them belittle those which they see as less experienced. I'd fecking ignore that cr@p and get out and enjoy your bike.

 

[young Ed]

sometimes i ride in full lycra kit and not a thing on my back flying along at 30+ mph and on a £800 road bikes running 23mm summer slick road tyres etc etc (you get it, a down and out roadie). sometimes i ride in full ex military gear looking like a vet with a large back pack on stuffed full of an ex police jacket covered ion sheep sh*t and large steel toe cap dealer boots and farmer overalls and a working country mans hat slogging along at 10 (or less) mph on a £0 pile of rubbish that's un-maintained and weighs 15 kg or so

my view on other cyclists is the same which ever set up i'm on, although i do find i am accepted more by other cyclists if on the first, roadie, set up. one thing i've gained over the years is a very thick skin, these days i pretty much don't give a toss what others say/think, so long as i'm happy and my set up works then what more could i want?
Cheers Ed

 

[Big Dave laaa]

A decent rider wouldn't feel the need to belittle another rider. I'm guessing this dick is one of the 'all the gear no idea' posse. Please don't let it put you off cycling that's the main thing.

 

[Banjo]

going off the topic a bit,if you see someone puffing up a hill on a saddle that's several inches too low would you offer advice or mind your own business and let them struggle on.?

 

[Big Dave laaa]

I usually say hello 1st of all to gauge their personality. If I get a friendly response I try to engage in conversation then bring up their bike set-up. I have oiled chains as well

 

[DCLane]

He's an idiot.

Don't worry - in a few months time if you keep going - you'll pass him and his "all the gear, no idea" attempt.

Enjoy the riding.

For info; I'm currently commuting on a 13 year-old Carrera (magnesium Caerrera Virago). It's quick enough to keep up with / pass most and I'm probably time-trialling on it later this month.

 

[Tin Pot]

There's a lot of talk about the size of willies on this thread.

I didn't realised he had "waved" at you as well as insulted you.