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Bikes: 2013 Cannondale Caad 8, 2010 Opus Fidelio, 1985 Peugeot UO14, 1999 Peugeot Dune, Sakai Select, L'Avantage, 1971 Gitane Apache Standard, 1999 Specialized Hard Rock
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Just a random comment I'm sure, known to make a few in my time and have heard just as many aimed at me. Best not to analyze it and assume it was meant in kindness.
Keeping in mind, that cycling is still predominately enjoyed by men, usually with men, so maybe seeing a couple cycling together to him is a rare sight and an assumption that a couple must be in the initial stages of love to have fun together. A lot of couples don't share the hobby so for those of you with a partner that enjoys the same passion, cherish it because you are the lucky ones.
Something I have noticed is the pandemic has brought couples together since group rides are not allowed in many places so cycling with a partner is the only option for company. I saw more couples on tandem bikes last summer than I have even seen in my life. All good things.