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Friday 22nd November 2019

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

BICYCLIST OF THE WEEK

Anybody who did last weekend's Lifesaver courses will need no explanation of why Tina should be this week's star. Who else could make matters of life and death fun? If any of us have to put that training into practice then the unforgettable memories of our 'green goddess' may make the difference - thank you again Tina.

This Sunday Tina will be defending her trophy as our top downhiller as she goes for the hat-trick. As you can see from the 2018 photo - no man could go further.

WOMAN'S BICYCLE OF THE WEEK?

Google 'ladies bike' and this is what Raleigh (yep, they still exist) suggest you buy. Low frame for your skirts, basket for tour handbag and PINK of course.

OK - they didn't have derailleurs in 1881 but have we really moved on?

Raleigh may not but thankfully the Anerley has. Admitting women (after a fierce battle) in the 1960s, long having a woman President and two of our strongest riders of recent times (Gina & Louise) graduated on to more challenging cycling.


 

BEING 'CHICKED'

A term I was in blissful ignorance until this week until I read an article entitled "Ego trip: why are some male runners so threatened by a speedy woman?"

The author said that in cycling there is actually a name for it – to be “chicked” means to be beaten by a woman. 'Chick' is often regarded as a derogatory term perhaps neatly encapsulating the feelings of many men being passed. Also now a term now being 'owned' by those very women with a jersey to beautifully rub the salt in. You can own one too: https://terocycling.co.uk/products/you-just-got-chicked-ladies-jersey

There are many interesting articles on the subject. Here's a couple for starters:

• https://fitisafeministissue.com/2014/05/16/on-getting-chicked-and-why-strong-female-cyclists-need-to-have-sympathy-for-the-guys-guest-post/
• https://www.sbs.com.au/cyclingcentral/blog/2015/09/17/i-got-chicked-why-phrase-needs-die

NOT JUST RACING

We all get inexplicable abuse cycling in London. What blokes don't always realise is what we get is doubled up if you are a woman.

Yes, nearly twice as much abuse according to a 2015 study. More disturbingly it isn't just the quantiy but the sex related nature of much of it. I'm sure this article is not news to our ladies but is a reminder to us men: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/bike-blog/2019/oct/04/why-are-female-cyclists-targeted-by-aggressive-drivers-for-abuse


 

REMINDER: AGM THIS SUNDAY

Our AGM is on the 24th of November at 4:30pm in the usual venue (South London Harriers Club, 194 Brighton Rd, Coulsdon CR5 2NF), That's up the alley to the left of the Wok shop. 

All are welcome to plan the future of the club and enjoy each other's company. Make sure you have paid your sub if you want any tea or cake!

RIDE REPORTS

Saturday 16th November: Seven of us out today for a ride to Polesden Lacey. . Miles was on his new electric power assisted road bike – a very nice looking machine and only a very close inspection would reveal the motor in the rear hub. Why the puppy? https://anerleybc.org/saturday-ride-16th-november-2019/

Sunday Steady 17th November: A cold start but a beautiful sunny morning, Quite a crowd turned out, which split up into two groups for our ride to Priory Farm at Nutfield: https://anerleybc.org/sunday-ride-17-nov/

Tuesday Relaxed 19th November: A shorter ride to Reigate’s Priory Park. It has a very nice and warm tea room, lovely views across the park, and a varied and extensive menu: https://anerleybc.org/a-short-tuesday-ride-nov-19th/

UPCOMING RIDES

Saturday 23rd November: Note this ride is weather dependent! 50% rain is forecast but we will try to do a shorter route to Horne Golf Club if it looks ok. Go / No Go will be confirmed on Ride update by 8.45 am Saturday morning. Meet at Shurguard 10.00am or Farthing Down Car Park. 10.35am. Out via Farthing Down, Bletchingly to Horne for tea stop. Back via Marden Park

SIGN SPOTTERS: 12

The Purley-Paris-Purley run last year descended this delightfully named road t'other side of Lindfield on the way to Newhaven. If you are ever that way, try i!. You won't be disappointed ;-)
 

FINALLY

TomTom spotted this nun. Training hard to topple Tina on Sunday and chick us all out?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dLDVdEua2oM


Happy Downhilling