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13 Things Female Cyclists Are Sick of Hearing

From "lucky saddle" to puncture quips... we've heard 'em all

Other women apologising for being unfit/rubbish

Exhibit A: Man with a "day pass"
Recce the course before you're racing it full gas...

Other women apologising for being unfit/rubbish

“You’ll have to wait at the top of every climb for me”

“I’m rubbish at descending”

“Sorry I’m so slow…”

Go for a ride with a group of women, and you very often hear self-depreciation before the off. Confidence is a huge part of performance, so if you’re guilty of this one, drop the excuses, relax, and let yourself enjoy the ride! It WILL be more fun.

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