Maybe it is the "cycle stud" nickname, and all the hype about lycra and spandex....there are really few guys who look sexy to me in spandex, even less with shaved arms and legs (notice the article says it helps them ride faster, not to make roadrash easier to deal with!) I hate my stubble, the last thing I want is my DH's stubbled legs on me! While I have no problem with adults getting into cycling at any age and spending money on a Damn good bike (they're adults and can afford it), the article is quite funny.