LarrySellerz

I feel you OP, a ride that I want to do is a whopping $150 and includes a jersey that I don't want. If possible I would ride with a group of respected experienced riders with some clout, so nobody says anything. I think im gonna ride with one of the local racing teams that have riders I'm friends with and be sure to take good pulls.

Just bring your own stuff

tomato coupe

I think you're clairvoyant ... you seem to be able to see 1 minute into the future.

downhillmaster

Too funny.
Larry FTW!

seypat

The only way I'd bandit a race is in black Trans Am.

Rolla

You could always hide under a port-a-potty, since dignity obviously means little to you.

downhillmaster

Riding point for the Snowman 👍

shelbyfv

It's only April but this pair may be joint Post of the Year!!

LarrySellerz

im not gonna argue with anyone, just think OP would be best off sticking to the fast pacelines that won't be stopping at rest stops.

Ironfish653

Unless your riding buddies are the event organizers, all their ‘clout’ won’t protect you if you get found out. You’ll either get A) bounced out, and B) possibly barred from entering future events.
In that case, your buddies ‘won’t know you’ because they’ll get tossed, too.

Organized, paid entry means it’s a private event, and no amount of justification entitles you to take a start line you didn’t sign up for, just because you “want to do it and people like you”

skidder

Hey there Mr. Bicyclist, you look tired and thirsty. Want a beer? Maybe a Diablo sandwich, too?

Rolla

Good, because you have no argument to make. You poach organized rides, creep on women riders, and rely on others when you flat. I wouldn't want your karma, but I'd sure like to be there when it comes to collect.

Ogsarg

I personally would never consider participating in a group ride without paying. Just would not feel right.

dedhed

First world problems....

shelbyfv

Thank you. I recently made a similar comment addressing the creeping on women and advocacy of sketchy riding. I was told that I'm the only BF member who has a problem with this guy's behavior. I suggest others who see this as inappropriate leave feedback with the mods.

LarrySellerz

how do I creep on women? In that thread I said I was more wary of engaging women in a mini race/attempt to ride with them than I am with men.

Rolla

"Creeping" may be overstated, but your reputation precedes you.

LarrySellerz

Had a woman roll up on me two weeks ago who said she thought I was awesome and inspirational to the next generation of riders. I do have a reputation but "creep" is not one that I want. I'm friendly to everyone and not a nuisance

TMonk

Let's try to stay back on topic please. This is gonna devolve into name-calling and personal attacks very quickly.

If two or more users wish to discuss things regarding themselves that don't pertain to the O/P, please take it up over PM and leave the thread.

Many Thanks -
Tmonk

big chainring 

This thread needs pictures.IL Pirata

Pratt

Pretty much, all to he women I see riding while I am, pass me. Last Fall, one of them had an AK amp, and she was riding ~30 mm tires on the GAP.

indyfabz

I saw him while riding to the stage finish at the Bianchi factory during the ‘95 Giro. He was sitting out the race due to injury so he’d be good for the TdF. He came spinning by in the opposite direction. He was riding for Carrera with Chiapucci. He had his team kit on, including those fake denim shorts. Quite a thrill.

rsbob 

The Ignore button can be your best friend. It has made my experience here much more pleasant.

Rolla

Bless her heart.

indyfabz

And then he woke up from his dream.

SpeedyBlueBiker

If there is an organized event going on you should either pay to be a part of it or ride somewhere else despite being on public roads. Look, you can always ride the same exact route of the event on a different day and just do it self supported. You can probably even download the route and cue sheet to your phone from the event website if you need to. The point is, if you didn't pay, stay away.