Originally Posted by
General Geoff
Anyone riding a bike is a cyclist, just as anyone driving a car is a motorist.
Cycling enthusiasts are a much smaller subset of cyclists as a whole, just as car enthusiasts are a small subset of motorists. The only rule to be considered an enthusiast is that you need enthusiasm or passion for it.
I agree. Unfortunately the media will frequently call motorcyclists and bicyclists, by the generic term cyclists and/or bikers (often in the same article) when reporting accidents, thefts, or any negatives. But then do they really have a clue?