Originally Posted by genec
So what we have here are two 6 foot plus dudes, weighing it at well over 210+ out intimidating those that are foolish enough to get in their way. All well and good.
However, most of the cyclists I know are a bit on the smallish side... in the 5' 10" range and about 160-180... not exactly your "intimidating" types. I don't believe Lance would fit the "intimidator" picture either.
What do you folks suggest for these cyclists when the "jokers go wild?"
Do like my little 15lb pugle does, act like a big dawg. You don't have to be large to intimidate, it comes from what you project. Take Charlie Manson for example...he's just a little feller, but the look in his eye and his manner project 'I am a crazy mofo and you don't want to tick me off'. If you project total confidence, no fear and a hint of being crazy...trust me you will intimidate people....especially them bully types that are all mouth.
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