Wish we could find out who it was, sneak over to her house, and spray paint her bike luminescent pink.
OK. Just ignore that bit of imaginary vandalism.
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Wish we could find out who it was, sneak over to her house, and spray paint her bike luminescent pink.
OK. Just ignore that bit of imaginary vandalism.
Here's another nasty response I fantasized about:
"yeah, its pink: I ride in spport of women w/breast cancer...who do you ride for?"
:eek:
You need some of these http://bikesnobnyc.blogspot.com/2007...sapproval.html
Were those girls still in High School? Obviously, they haven't evolved since that time in their lives. Sounds like you handled the situation well by not reacting to their comments. Dignity always wins out over meanness.
I think your bike is pretty. I have two pink Lunas, by the way.
Good grief.
Ya know, in my kid days I had a snobby attitude myself, but I NEVER would have made a comment like that out loud.
You know what happened to my snobby attitude? FloJo.
I suppose the people who dissed you are too young to remember her. But watching FloJo tear up the Olympics on TV pretty much drilled into my head that having perfect hair and makeup and long fingernails does NOT mean you're not an athlete!!!! And if someone feels it's worth it to take the time with their apearance (self or gear) before drenching it with sweat and grime, well, fine. Good. I wish I had their energy. (Not that she had to put a helmet on over that perfect hair ;) )
You rock. As for the ones who dissed you, I hope for their sake that they get over themselves, but if they don't, it's their loss.
They're sold out....so you need this nifty chain guardQuote:
Originally Posted by zencentury
http://www.triathletesports.com/Bian...acacmi0023.htm
No, not that chainguard.
The bikes are the innocent victims of those chickies' poor upbringing. All bikes are beautiful, all bikes deserve love. From the lowliest box-store beastie to the finest Vanilla Cycles work of art.
We need the chainguard that says "Your snobby attitude s*cks." :D
I commend all you wise women for your excellent attitudes. Am I the only one here who would have lost her temper and, in the absence of a quick-thinking brain, shot out a succinct FU?
Sorry, not proud of it, and it isn't right, but it could happen. :o
Well, my chainguard says 'Lizardskins" but where is the chainguard that says "Don't laugh, I'm passing you"Quote:
Originally Posted by KnottedYet
Problem with that idea is the person you're passing does not see it so we need the one that says "That's MS on your left, to you"
Dunno about your bikes, but mine have the drivetrain on the right. So as I'm passing someone my drivetrain (and therefore chainguard) is facing them.Quote:
Originally Posted by Trek420
So, "Don't laugh, I'm passing you" would work just fine.
'cept mine would have to say, "Don't laugh, I'm trying to pass you."
Duh, you're right, dear :rolleyes:Quote:
Originally Posted by KnottedYet
No, yours says "Don't laugh racer boy, you're being passed by a gal in a skort on a steel bike with racks and pannier and fenders and platform pedals ...."Quote:
Originally Posted by KnottedYet
But seriously you can get shunned with any bike. My road bike's kinda special, an obviously full custom Mondonico in a lovely custom lavender metallic. And there aren't many Mondonicos in the first place.
So like VW's in the 70's we tend to wave to each other.
On the Cinderella last year I was already having the foot issues that have me on injured reserve now (shoulda been a clue) so I was slower than my usual slow but steady pace.
But I went and at the first rest stop there were two Mondonicos. So I park my bike next (think there's a picture here somewhere of the 3 bikes) went off to do the rest stop thang, got back - they have left. We played this game of tag throughout. Get to lunch, triplet Mondonicos, leave they are gone etc. At some point I passed them then about 2 miles from the end the two gals catch up, I look left, small wave and say a cheerie "Hey, nice bikes!" Nuthin', they just whizzed past.
Maybe they were tired but I really thought "we're faster than you....bye"
... and flip-flops. don't forget the flip-flop sandals! :D
This is not going to fit on a chain guard .... maybe on a wool jersey. Which reminds me "...and wearing wool" we forgot the wool :p :rolleyes: ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by KnottedYet
Snort!!!:D :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Starfish
Oh Starfish your honesty makes me laugh. I probably would have thought that too.:)
I loved elk's retort about riding for breast cancer. It's amazing how idiotic and 7th grade those women were. Wow. I've heard that at the turn of the 20th century, pink was considered more appropriate for boys b/c it was a stronger color. At any rate, pinkzilla is beautiful! Enjoy!
Somebody needs a pair of these
http://www.teamestrogen.com/products.asp?pID=23673
Maybe me :p
Nothing like passing someone while wearing ....
I'd really like one of those. But I DO wish that slug didn't look quite so... um... well.
I wish it could be redesigned with a snail or something. :o
edit: I'd like a pair of bike shorts with the following message printed over the back:
Catch Up.
Oh Noes! I need one of those hill slug jerseys!
I was thinking that although there are numerous trails in this area I will probably run into these biker bozos sooner or later....
....should I smirk? make sure im not tipping over on my new clipless? wave smile then smoke them on the trail?
My bike may be burgundy red, but I wore a ponytail holder with ribbons attached to it in your honor this weekend ;)
Thanks eden!
Eventually I'll get around to posting about my 5 day Labor Day tour this year, but for now I'll just say that I rode the whole thing (480 miles) with a tiera on my helmet, a monkey on my flag pole and a sign that said "Ask me about my Grandkids". Luckily any would be bike snobs kept their opinions to themselves and let me enjoy the ride. Some times you just have to ignore the rest of the world and do what makes you happy. (Like ride a pink bike!)
Sorry I'm late to this thread... I'm not quick on the draw with the snarky comments, but the breast cancer retort would have been brilliant...
As it is, it was good that you didn't tell them where to go, because I find that when nasty people get called out, they only get nastier and feel justified in being rude in the first place...
Seriously, what the hell is wrong with some people??? :confused:
Welp, I figure if I rode with nice people, and I rode by beechy people, I would focus on the former. I can't control what they have to say, but I can control which folks I focus on... this, of course, being said from a safe distance. I suspect had I been on the scene I'd have said something like, "well, aren't *we* the happy ambassadors for cycling?" or "WHo put sand in your chamois?" or "Does this mean you won't kick your dog?" or "does your crank arm need adjusting?"
LOL! :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Geonz
Or the good old "What an amazingly rude thing to say!", with a BIG smile on your face.
I cannot believe that people can be so rude.
As my avatar clearly shows, I like pink.
I might have had fun with the comment and responded with a "Yes, it is pink, and my lovely LeMond has a Floyd Landis signature on it in hot pink as well. How do you like me now?" I will tend to respond to rudeness with equal rudeness, but the signature on the bike stops a lot of people with their pink comments. Floyd signed it with no problem in pink.
I would venture to say those rude women never watch a pro race- no color is off limits.
Amy,
i love your signature. And thanks for the kind words of encouragement....
..i cant bike fast worth a damn, but i try:-)
Hi everyone - I'm new to this site and pretty new to cycling.
I'll tell you what - there are WAY more friendly accepting riders out there than those women you encountered. And your story made me smile. When I went to pick out my bike, I took my trainer with me. She's a triathlete and has completed the IronMan THREE times (training for her fourth). One of the first things out of her mouth was, "What color are you gonna get? The pink ones are so HOT!"
See? You never know. I didn't end up with a pink Fuji, but a Fuji nonetheless and it is AWESOME!
I'm about to go for my first group ride tomorrow and already the group has been very welcoming. I'm so lucky - hang in there, and you'll have many wonderful stories to share as well.
I'm one of those women who bought my first bike based on colour. I love to chat and gossip on long group rides. I love to buy kits that match. We all do our nails before a race. WE love Pink!!! The common denominator is that we love to ride. We should all encourage women to ride.
It's wonderful to read everyone's posts! This is a great community of women cyclists. Look forward to chatting.
Tanya
Late getting into this thread, but just wanted to say ...
1) the vast majority of cyclists are fantastic people. Which leads me to believe those women you encountered are not "real" cyclists.
2) I agree with the very first comment -- they probably are not capable of riding any farther than 25. My very first thought was, "if you're such a great cyclist yourself, why aren't you out on the century?"
3) I heard of a guy on a group ride (and this guy was apparently all man), who rides one of those pretty pastel teal green Bianchi's. He had the green bike, water bottle, bar tape and even the helmet to match! I'd like to hear them comment on his pastel ride!
4) Someday I'm going to have MY frame powder coated like this:
Personally, I would be honored to be smoked by a chick on a pink bike. :)
I know this is a late response, hadn't been online in awhile but I also had a similiar experience as a new rider. I winced as I read this because I know how it feels when you want to fit in and some are determined that you are not.
No they did not attack the color of my bike and no, its not pink. I brought up the end of a group (both F and M)ride and two of the front female riders made a comment they didn't think the big girl was going to make it - in not so nice tones and both laughed. Others nearby looked very uncomfortable and obviously did not know what to say. Yes, I know I am a big girl trying to lose the weight and I know my face was red and sweaty but by-gosh I did it and I was not going to let these two diminish my accomplishment. The adult thing to have done would have been to ignore them but I just couldn't. I just smiled and said "I'm sorry {long pause}...exercise usually helps PMS." and then went over to fountain and refilled my water bottle. I did notice after that others made a point to smile or encourage me on the ride.
There are some like this in all groups, not just cyclists, and they will ridicule anything and it really wasn't about the color of your bike or my size they had a problem with.
When I first rode with the local bike shop, I was riding my mountain bike.
The owner told me to leave early with the fat bottom girls.
I couldn't believe what he said. I looked at him askance. "Tha whaaat?"
What he really said was "The flat-bar'd girls" meaning, the girls on mountain or fitness bikes who were leaving early because of having fatter tires / slower bikes.
His accent really threw me off.
"Fat bottomed girls you make the rockin' world go 'round.... ....Get on your bikes and RIDE!" (Queen)
Dang, I wanna start a "Fat Bottomed Girls" ride! We could have so much fun! Extra points if your saddle has springs! (mine does :D )
I think I'll post one up for November, and see if anyone wants to join me!
I would LOVE to come along...with my springs and my brick house bottom...;-)
but you're far....
e
Not THAT far! A mere 3 1/2 hrs away!
Knotted, you ride fast!!! :D
I *so* wish I could join in the Fat bottomed girls ride! It would be great ride for my Queen Bicycle Race jersey! (when I wear it though, I am surprised by how many people have bike bells. :) )
I think it was one of the local RAAM racers that said that the thing he liked most about Boulder was how many people he saw every day on their bikes and the thing he liked least was how many gray-haired ladies passed him on mountain bikes loaded down with groceries. :)
Anne
What about bicycle bells? Any extra points? ;)Quote:
Originally Posted by KnottedYet
Oh, yeah, bike bells are also extra points! (each of my bikes have springs and bells, so of course I'm gonna go for extra points!):D
Still got reflectors in your spokes and on your platform pedals? More points! (I like to be seen in Seattle's gray low-light days, bring on the reflectors!)
I think I'll try to do up a Fat Bottomed Girls ride in November. It'll probably rain, but who cares!