Originally Posted by NOS88

It is that very formation of the picture in our minds that leads to prejudice I'm interested in. I'd like to know more about that process in our larger culture related to cyclist. For example, after some reflection I've come to understand my prejudice against tractors being legitimate vehicles. Growing up I had numerous messages from family members who farmed that would say things like, "What's the matter with that fool. Doesn't he know he's going to burn his engine and transmisson up trying to drive that thing on the road." It became a deeply seated belief that I didn't even know that I had. Upon clear, aware evalutation of it, I can see it's not one I want to hold onto. Now why I see BMX bikes as toys is still a bit of a mystery to me.