Quote Originally Posted by Irulan View Post
Start mountain biking.
Then they all think you're certifiable but tell you they wish they had your bravery. When I came to work with my lip busted my boss was the only one who asked me, then he could not stop laughing when that Friday I wore a shirt that said "I do my own stunts". Around here they usually want the details but they all seem inspired or envious I ride and race mountain bikes.

BUT I hear less approving comments towards road riding in general. I just chalk it up to people projecting jealousy mostly. Feeling inferior (physically) is what I think is behind it.