Here's the quote from the other thread that got this one going:
Originally Posted by
TakeAPull
How, on God's green Earth, can anyone ever even consider bike racing after coming to these forums and hearing about these horror stories?
Really, is a medal/trophy/pair of wool socks/bragging rights really worth it?
As a neophyte racer, I'm really struggling to figure this all out.
....and his response to his own question.....
Originally Posted by
TakeAPull
Because I love the sport, its the only sport that I can do really well, it gets my competitive juices flowing and it's motivated me to stay in the best shape of my life. But I won't be racing long if I can't deal with the risk. (and its not just injury... I think about all the $$ involved in fixing my gear.)
Before I throw the baby out with the bathwater and quit altogether, I'd like to know if there are others out there that are/were in the same situation and what the outcome was.
Sorry, I realize this is getting OT
Good questions. Let us know if you get it figured out. I agree--as with anything, you weigh the arguments for and against, and if you can't deal with the risk, you shouldn't continue racing.
And is something nasty happens in a race, you knew the risks and need to accept the consequences.