Originally Posted by SamDaBikinMan

UHH, I'm sorry but I raced my moto cross bike when I was younger and I am a helluva lot more fit as an above average cyclist who does not race a significant amount.

Moto cross racers are fit due to the effort of manhandling their machines but not compared to a top level cyclist. Not even close. Don't forget, moto cross is also something many people who smoke can do quite well.