Originally Posted by
Young Version
Nope, sorry. Roadies can be judgmental and elitist--there are numerous threads to illustrate this. I don't think the question is whether or not the OP is getting judged for his attire (likely), but whether he should care or not (nope).
This is true in every sport or hobby. Pretending it doesn't happen in cycling is willful ignorance.
With the possible exception of the Amish and trappist monks, are there many groups in society that can't be judgmental and elitist?
The kind of person who wants an excuse to look down on someone else will do just that, whether they are riding a bike or driving a car or hiking or taking their seat in the theatre.