To My Fellow Cyclists: Quit the E-Bike Hate

I just turned 51. Ever since I can remember, cycling has been the biggest part of all parts of my life. When I was a kid, I tagged along with my dad to his bike races. Growing up, I worked in bike shops. I chose my university for its proximity to great mountain bike trails. I started working at a cycling magazine as an intern in late 1995 and became full-time in 1997. I’ve been here ever since. I was riding a bike when I met the person I would marry. I was riding a bike when I experienced the most physical pain and heartbreak of my life. I am a cyclist because it is how I make my living. And because it brings me the greatest joy in my life. So, I think I qualify as a “real” cyclist. And to many of my fellow “real” cyclists, I say: Knock it off. [View in Browser]( [Bicycling]( [SHOP]( [EXCLUSIVE]( [SUBSCRIBE]( [To My Fellow Cyclists: Quit the E-Bike Hate]( [To My Fellow Cyclists: Quit the E-Bike Hate]( [To My Fellow Cyclists: Quit the E-Bike Hate]( I just turned 51. Ever since I can remember, cycling has been the biggest part of all parts of my life. When I was a kid, I tagged along with my dad to his bike races. Growing up, I worked in bike shops. I chose my university for its proximity to great mountain bike trails. I started working at a cycling magazine as an intern in late 1995 and became full-time in 1997. I’ve been here ever since. I was riding a bike when I met the person I would marry. I was riding a bike when I experienced the most physical pain and heartbreak of my life. I am a cyclist because it is how I make my living. And because it brings me the greatest joy in my life. So, I think I qualify as a “real” cyclist. And to many of my fellow “real” cyclists, I say: Knock it off. I just turned 51. Ever since I can remember, cycling has been the biggest part of all parts of my life. When I was a kid, I tagged along with my dad to his bike races. Growing up, I worked in bike shops. I chose my university for its proximity to great mountain bike trails. I started working at a cycling magazine as an intern in late 1995 and became full-time in 1997. I’ve been here ever since. I was riding a bike when I met the person I would marry. I was riding a bike when I experienced the most physical pain and heartbreak of my life. I am a cyclist because it is how I make my living. And because it brings me the greatest joy in my life. So, I think I qualify as a “real” cyclist. And to many of my fellow “real” cyclists, I say: Knock it off. [Read More]( [Read More](   [Ritchey's Road Logic Disc is a Modern Classic]( [Ritchey's Road Logic Disc is a Modern Classic]( Ritchey expertly blends classic steel tubing with modern road bike standards and performance. [Read More](     [The Fastest Way to Build Your Cycling Endurance]( [The Fastest Way to Build Your Cycling Endurance]( The most practical advice for building your fitness and still having a life outside the saddle. [Read More](   [3 Common Causes of Hand Numbness When Cycling—and How to Stop It]( [3 Common Causes of Hand Numbness When Cycling—and How to Stop It]( Stay comfortable—and safe—with this expert advice. [Read More](     [Note To Self: Always Ride Through the Finish Line No Matter What]( [Note To Self: Always Ride Through the Finish Line No Matter What]( Tobias Halland Johannessen lost the Classic Var to Lenny Martinez because he misjudged the line. [Read More](   [Expert Tips for Preventing Age-Related Muscle Loss]( [Expert Tips for Preventing Age-Related Muscle Loss]( Cycling may not be enough to avoid sarcopenia. Experts outline what other steps to take. [Read More](   [90-Day Transformation Challenge: Abs]( [LiveIntent Logo]( [AdChoices Logo]( [Need Assistance? Contact Us.](mailto:membersupport@bicycling.com) Follow Us [Unsubscribe]( | [Privacy Notice]( | [CA Notice at Collection]( Bicycling is a publication of Hearst Magazines. ©2024 Hearst Magazines, Inc. All Rights Reserved. This email was sent by Hearst Magazines, 300 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019-3779