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.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.
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
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.