I doubt you will become one of those riders Veronica. Else we wouldn't have you on the board ya know?

Ah, we hinted at this stuff in other posts. I still don't get the how or why, but I have just come to accept that vast majority of people (at least those I encounter) riding are basically oblivious to everyone. These are predominantly men admittedly, though that isn't exactly an attempt to rationalize it.

Places where I ride hard are usually more isolated (ie...mountains) and away from the most popular routes. When I do see someone in these spots I always wave, smile, or say hi just as a courtesy. Some people respond, others never even look. So be it.

We aren't worried about you becoming a crusty rider