Why would a man assume he was automatically a better cyclist?

[Selkie]

That's good going!

Just ignore the comments and enjoy your success.

I have to say that I'm surprised by Mr. Silver's response....maybe he's on to something there.

[nolemom]

After reading the responses, I am going to assume it is good-natured banter. If all goes as planned, we will be traveling in Europe next year so I will miss a rematch anyway.

[sgtiger]

I suspect that their smack talk was less machismo and more a form of flattery intentionally directed at you. I think you should see it as a compliment and wallow in it.

Congrats! Well Done!

+1

I see men do this all the time to each other. If a man feels comfortable enough to be that way with a women, it means she has earned his respect.

[SheFly]

I have often, this season, raced in the Master's Men's category (45+ and 55+), usually as the only woman in the field. I hate to break it to you, but they don't like to be "girled" . But, as much as they don't like that, they are also VERY supportive of me in those races, and often will say something complimentary afterwards - even if they were someone I beat .

I say, take it with a grain of salt - I agree with Mr. Silver.

SheFly