Would you let me draft on you?

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04-09-21, 06:10 PM

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You can't draft me. I mean, there's not enough draft back there to help you. I've had people try to latch on, and complain there's nothing there, as if I owe it to them. To me, having a draft is a sign of inefficiency.

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04-09-21, 06:27 PM

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I would not let anyone draft me.....earn your own mph honestly.....draft packs are a crutch for the weak riders

04-09-21, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Ivabig1

draft packs are a crutch for the weak riders
The OP openly admitted to that.

Drafting is also a way to take a break. I've asked others if they want to work together toward the end of a long ride and riding into a headwind.

04-09-21, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Ivabig1

I would not let anyone draft me.....earn your own mph honestly.....draft packs are a crutch for the weak riders

Very true, especially when I am doing an average of 21-22 MPH and get passed by some “fit” rider doing 24-25, and I have to sprint to catch their wheel. I feel so cheap, weak and dishonest. Especially weak compared to pro and Cat1 and 2 riders. So ashamed.