Originally Posted by
TMonk
There ain't nothing wrong with stylin Maus.
Spitting/Blocking traffic isn't cool, but there's nothing wrong with trying to look hot.
Let's try not to group "those guys" (in this case being fixed urbanites) completely together.
I know of atleast one guy around here that consistently wins crit practice (amazing sprint), rides respectfully and rides a fixed gear with hipster style during his work/school hours. He totally looks the part.
The grouping wasn't on what they were wearing or anything but how much (or little) they ride. I know hipster types who ride much more than I do. I'm sure if they made the transition to gears and racing, they'd kick my ass too.
I'm just a bit sick of having the bike plans in San Francisco stalled because a select few idiots (including the roadies running lights and stop signs) have managed to piss off enough drivers/residents. A self-proclaimed "world class city" should have bike paths that aren't just afterthoughts to satisfy the letter of the law.