| Re: Drag racing on bicycles.
Curtis L. Russell wrote:
> On Tue, 30 Jan 2007 19:54:55 GMT, Bill Baka <bbaka@comcast.net> wrote:
>
>> It's just something different to do on a bike.
>
> Actually, it is rather common to do for the younger set between
> regular races. One of the funniest things to officiate are kids on
> trikes 'at speed'. Half hit the curb and the other half draw a bead on
> the officials in the middle of the road. But the ones just below
> racing ages often do partial lap 'races'. And they'll be wobbling at
> the end from the exertion. Fortunately, there are usually only about
> three or four competitors, so there is lots of wobble room. That's how
> you tell them from the Cat Vs...
>
> Curtis L. Russell
> Odenton, MD (USA)
> Just someone on two wheels...
Wobbly at the end is about right. I've tried sprinting up to maximum
speed on various bikes and by the time I figure I can't go any faster I
am barely able to hold a straight line. Same thing with my runs, go
until ready to pass out or fall. Sprint ability is good for me on a bike
to catch up with a semi or school bus and get a good draft.
I don't know if 2 rider races would ever become popular due to the
possibility of pulled muscles or not but it might bring a little more
attention to cycling in general.
Bill Baka
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