Originally Posted by zippered
sorry, my point was more that it bugs me when the "media" uses the word cyclist as synonymous for just some guy on a bike. if that were the case, all the crack dealers in my neighbourhood would be considered cyclists...
I think my point is that they are cyclists. There's not a membership card anyone has to buy in order to be a cyclist.. So they're doing business and using a bicycle as a means of transporting goods. Legality aside, how is that different from messengers, who we typically regard as "cyclists?" Or messengers who double as weed delivery guys?
cy·clist (sī'klĭst) Pronunciation Key
n. One who rides or races a bicycle, motorcycle, or similar vehicle.
At least the story didn't say "cycling enthusiast." Besides, to most of the world, we're just dudes on bikes. delivering crack.