Dan H

There are plenty of riders on pro teams that do not "make a living" at it.
I know a guy that delivered pizza at night part time to make ends meet.
Some of the riders who did not have rich parents on a pro team I worked with
had flexible "day" jobs with understanding bosses.
They did the NRC circuit and raced with more highly paid "pros".
I'd say if one is on a pro team they are a pro even if the only compensation
they get is a bike they can sell later.

----- Original Message -----
From: "lynne Cuevas"
To:
Sent: Thursday, June 26, 2008 9:28 AM
Subject: [OBRA Chat] what defines a pro racer?

> Hi,
> I am currently in a debate with someone that thinks that to be a pro
> racer you must make your living doing so. Is that the way it is?
>
> And, they also say that Lance Armstrong is no longer a pro racer because
> he doesn't race.
>
> I still consider Lance a pro even if he isn't currently racing on the
> tour. Am I all washed up?
>
> Thanks
> Lynne
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