Odd cycling habits/rituals?

[cosmicbike]

I spend my time avoiding running over 3 drains, that's bad luck.
I have been known to emit various yelling noises when travelling downhill at speed...

 

[Oldbloke]

I shout abuse at the headwind that's waiting for me around every corner

 

[ColinJ]

Recently, I have been making excuses about my fitness to strangers. Two rides in succession up the local Cragg Vale climb, cyclists have slowed down when overtaking me to ask if I am ok. (I must look like I am about to die!) I tell them that I am just unfit ...

 

[Bodhbh]

Another impersonator here, it seems to be a common one. I'm Bela Lugusi.

 

[Gixxerman]

I talk to myself a lot, and shout encouragement to myself when struugling, much to the bemusement of passers by.
I am well aware that I might come across as being a bit odd in doing this, but despite my best efforts I can't seem to stop the habit.
I also apply the brakes every couple of miles or so to check that they are still working. Why I do this I have no idea.

 

[nuttall1991]

Sing out loud at traffic lights...

 

[Steady]

Apologising to animals that have met their maker is usually one I do. Although I never found it odd, it's just a respect for life.

Thats probably the only ritual/odd thing I do.

Oh apart from telling Mr Rabit/squirrel not to cross the road in front of me, and cursing smidsy birds!

 

[Scotchlovingcylist]

I tut at dirty bikes

I tut at clean bikes..

 

[Dave 123]

I always check that there's a saddle before I sit.......

 

[Dragonwight]

I find myself saying Meep, Meep occasionally to people I pass usually gets a smile and ondalay, ondalay when im burning it down a hill. I also apologise to animals I come across and wish them a better place. Weird I know but sometimes a ride can go on and on.....

 

[beanzontoast]

When I approach a hill, I break into a Phil Liggett-style commentary on my efforts. It helps.

 

[Hacienda71]

I have been known to say a cheery hello to the odd animal. Never thought a bird could do a double take but the buzzard sitting on a gate post as I greeted him early one Sunday morning definitely did.

 

[MisterStan]

Also, I often talk to any crows I see too, they seem to like playing chicken with me - I find that a good, clear and loud 'Bwaaaarkk' tends to let them know i'm there.....

 

[w00hoo_kent]

On long solo rides it tends to be weird voices or noises, largely whatever amuses me. Sometimes if I'm feeling silly while commuting I'll randomly shout 'Bike Rights' but again, rarely when there's actually anyone around to hear me (or, for any particular reason...).

 

[numbnuts]

After a ride I thank the Lord for keeping me safe.