The Outspoken Cyclist

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

So, Vsalonistas... I am embroiled in a back and forth about women being "intimidated" in bike shops and why there are not more women working in the bike shops. I have a lot to say about this (as you can imagine) but would be interested to hear some of your comments.

TOC

[e-RICHIE]

So, Vsalonistas... I am embroiled in a back and forth about women being "intimidated" in bike shops and why there are not more women working in the bike shops. I have a lot to say about this (as you can imagine) but would be interested to hear some of your comments.

TOC

women and tee shirts go together atmo. and even without the tee shirts, i truly believe a woman has a place in every LBS.

[Tom Kellogg]

I see this sort of thing, not in bike shops since I am rarely in bike shops, but out riding in groups. In our area, rides can be quite small or huge. This week's Derby had about 85 riders. Anyway, a few thoughts:

* The mature (read older) and experienced guys around here are generally very open, accepting and helpful to women who want to ride. Many will take no notice at all.
* The immature are generally not like this at all.
* We seem to have a large number of very accomplished women cyclists around here. Because of this fact, it seems that at least in this area, women who appear to be cyclists are taken very seriously.
* I have heard complaints from women who are not experienced cyclists who complain that someone in a shop blew them off, etc.

So, is it a question of women not getting respect, or shop rats figuring that they can expect to sell to guys easier then women, or maybe shop rats who just don't feel comfortable working with women? My guess that in most cases there is a combination of enough of these things to make the difference. If some local second year hot shot with his summer job at the local bike shop sees a woman customer come in looking for a new pair of bib shorts and a new pair of shoes ... how do we want him to react ... and how do we expect him to treat said customer? Most likely he will be aware that he does not understand his customer's needs very well. As a testosterone filled individual, he won't want to admit that to anyone, and especially not to his customer. He then suggests a few pairs of shorts and points her in the direction of the shoe wall and walks away to jawbone with his friends.

Yup, this scenario sucks. But I bet it is pretty common. OK, so the answer is either education for the local hot shot or women working in bike shops. Seems to me that if a shop wants to be taken seriously by female cyclists, they will want to hire women to work there. Just my female side doing the talking..

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

So, today e-Richie really let 'em have it at Velo News... the whole week has been troublesome with this publication. Back in May when I interviewed on line editor Steve Frothingham, there was no indication of any turmoil at the Competitor Group offices. Makes one wonder what they are thinking - rather, IF they are thinking. I guess that leaves the door open for a new, smarter, and perhaps less biased racing journal, no?

<sigh>

Meanwhile, don't forget that his week's show will be the interview with Tom Kellogg.... you're gonna' love it. TOC

[e-RICHIE]

So, today e-Richie really let 'em have it at Velo News...

let 'em burn atmo.

[e-RICHIE]

hey - who's on TOC tonight atmo?

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

TOM KELLOGG!! TOM KELLOGG!! TOM KELLOGG!!

The Outspoken Cyclist – 08/6/2011 « WJCU

Listen.... it's awesome.

TOC

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

VSalonistas! I am posting EARLY that this week's show will be a super-duper winner! Richard Schwinn will be guest #1 and our own Too Tall (Josh) will be guest #2... it just doesn't get better than this! (well, maybe, but we'll let you be the judge!) Be sure to listen in on Saturday, April 13th at 5:30PM EDT or via podcast at 6:30pm (and on iTunes)

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Oh, and why don't you let me know how you liked the Tom Kellogg interview? How about some feed back here???

TOC

[Too Tall]

T.K. is great because he is one of those rare folks who increases his own worth by acting as an resource for others. Also, his technical knowledge of the industry is humbly conveyed.
Now if he could do something about that huge EGO of his ;) kidding.

I wonder if Richard Schwinn remembers me? About 15 yrs. ago I attended an lecture and placed an ancient Schwinn Typhoon in front of his lectern. His comment was "gee the saddle is probably worth more than the entire bike".

[b.jenks]

TOM KELLOGG!! TOM KELLOGG!! TOM KELLOGG!!

The Outspoken Cyclist – 08/6/2011 « WJCU

Listen.... it's awesome.

I'm getting a bit chastised here domestically for keeping my compliments private, so...

just listened to the Tom Kellogg interview.
First, I've met Tom (don't really "know" him) and have heard him speak, so it comes as no surprise to me that he was a great guest. This show was indeed excellent. Diane and her interviewing was great, Greg and his formatting was great, and of course Mr. Kellogg was fantastic. I'm not sure if it's my favorite so far, but this one definitely shoots toward the top of the list.

As is typical Diane, just when you think it can't get any better...

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

I wonder if Richard Schwinn remembers me? About 15 yrs. ago I attended an lecture and placed an ancient Schwinn Typhoon in front of his lectern. His comment was "gee the saddle is probably worth more than the entire bike".

LOL - Richard remembers most everything! I would bet he'll remember the bike if not you - but then, aren't you "too tall"?

TOC

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

As is typical Diane, just when you think it can't get any better...

In the interest of full disclosure - you know Brian is my partner... still, he says the nicest things! And, I appreciate it.

TOC

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

Everything you ever wanted to know about your "founder" "Too Tall" AKA Josh will be revealed this coming Saturday 5:30PM EDT streaming live OR 6:30PM EDT as a podcast. Download from the web site, iTunes, and now Stitcher Smart Radio. We will also be talking with Richard Schwinn - always entertaining and interesting!

The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU

Don't miss it!

TOC

[Too Tall]

TOC gives good radio. Thank you for the attention and terrific questions. Who would guess that I'd have to wait this long for my Warhol moment?!

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

Who would guess that I'd have to wait this long for my Warhol moment?!

Ha ha... it just took the right person to appreciate all that talent! Everyone else want to hear? Listen tomorrow night when Josh gets his Outspoken moment! It's awesome.

The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU 5:30pm EDT streaming live or you can download it at 6:30pm EDT on iTunes, Stitcher, or from WJCU - 88.7 FM: Cleveland&#039;s local college radio station.

TOC

[Tom Kellogg]

June and I listened to the show last night. Toots is way to humble and Richard knows too much. Both of them need to be back on the show.

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

Both of them need to be back on the show.

As do you! :-)

[The Outspoken Cyclist]

TOC will be talking with Kirk Pacenti this week... listen up VSalonistas! My guess is he's gonna' have lots of good things to say (as do all my fabulous guests!) Also, we are interviewing Rob Penn who wrote "It's All About the Bike: The Pursuit of Happiness on Two Wheels" . We have some news and chit chat too. Tune in this Saturday, 5:30PM EDT streaming live from WJCU-88.7FM The Outspoken Cyclist « WJCU or as a podcast at 6:30pm (same station) Also on iTunes or Stitcher radio.

Keep riding!

TOC

[e-RICHIE]

tease us huh - can we can an update as to whose mellifluous* voices we'll hear this weekend on TOC.



*guilty. i just wanted to use the word mellifluous in a sentence atmo.

[Tom Kellogg]

Inquiring minds want to know. Let's hear it.