Well, I don't think gender is the issue. My club recently had a "women's ride" where 2 riders were dropped, and no one even went back to look for them.
My advice would be to communicate that you want someone to hang with you in case you can't keep up. Also, he shouldn't have sprung a faster pace on you without warning you. That's just rude.
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05-17-2012, 04:22 AM #1
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05-17-2012, 04:40 AM #2
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This is a bike commuter club. The bike leader style is just wrong and inappropriate.
I doubt you folks are getting into drafting since one doesn't draft when commuting??? So that alone, indicates the type of cycling vs. fitness/training rides. Become strong enough and learn routes....ride on your own also. Otherwise you'll hate/dread cycling.My Personal blog on cycling & other favourite passions.
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05-17-2012, 04:53 AM #3
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I agree with Red - this isn't a gender issue, but one with the ride leader being a jerk. I ride with the men ALL the time, and while I can't always keep up, I know the drill beforehand.
Don't let this one experience jade you from riding with the boys - they're pretty fun sometimes
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