Mr. CANUK

Let me share the mission statement from a recreational club in my area, the ones I refer to as "BIKE SNOBS"

"Mission Statement "
To encourage all people to participate in bicycling without regard to age or expertise.
We promote all aspects of bicycling with special emphasis on bicycling safety, bicyclist's rights and responsibilities. We also seek to enhance communications among cyclists and to provide opportunities for bicycling and socializing with others.

The key words "ALL PEOPLE" , to me that means if you ride a x-mart brand or a high end bike. It has nothing to do if you think your super stud biker with an ego bigger than Texas or just a person out to enjoy the sport of cycling