17 October 2008

bicycle sport

i hate bike polo, bike derby is more fun.
i hate ultimate frisbee, frisbee golf..... i like like playing catch.

road bicycle racing has become an expensive bicycle show.
mountain bike racing is for overbuilt bicycles that weigh too much and fail too often.
triathlon is for aerobics instructors
track is alright
endurance racing and randonneuring are the ne plus ultra of bicycle sport

cyclocross is a 'man's sport'("Manly, yes, but I like it too", you remember the irish spring ads) combining the best of bmx, mtb and road cycling. the best cross bicycles can not be bought off a showroom floor. it takes skill, endurance and speed, strength doesn't hurt.