I agree - when someone feels offended or feel that they are bearing the brunt of a common sterotype I'd much rather they said so, in a gentle manner, instead of grinning and bearing it.

It doesn't have to be a fullout argument, just a discussion that can give a little insight both ways. The only thing we have in common on this forum is biking, so we SHOULD expect somebody, somewhere to disagree with almost any other value or idea we express.