Ben Fischler

Bottom line with this and so much of life: put positive in, get positive out. If you don't get positive back, don't presume evil.

It never hurts to be friendly, but ride knowing that everyone rides for different reasons.

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On Jan 29, 2010, at 12:59 PM, Ron and Dorothy Strasser wrote:

> From my perspective that is a good time to give the "commuter" trying staying on your wheel some positive comments, then point them toward PIR. This happens all the time (especially if you are wearing a kit)... regular riders who do not see themselves as racers.... go through an instant transformation.... and become Lance. Usually they fade after a few blocks at most, but some are pretty strong. It is human nature. Giving them some positive feedback is good for society and might even get a new obra member. I wave to most other riders if I am not sucking air big time or it is unsafe. I think it is a very good thing to wave or say hi to other riders especially if wearing a kit. It is that type of behavior that removes barriers instead of producing perceived or real ones. All this said, I do not feel bad is someone does not wave or say hi to me. The great thing about cycling is it can be a social or private activity.
> go ride.