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Old 12-07-18, 10:16 PM
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Originally Posted by gl98115
The outgoing CEO of USAC Derek Bouchard-Hall does recognize this issue which is why they now offer non-racing memberships and supporting Gran Fondos. In this podcast he mentions British Cycling, which has more non-racing members than racers.

https://www.velonews.com/2018/11/new...cycling_481556
Agreed, but my point is that the message has not been communicated well and Velonews is not exactly in the outlet in which to convey it. That's like yelling in an echo chamber. USA Today or Rolling Stone, yes, VN no.
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