The RULES of Cycling!
I was asked by a another member today if I was familiar with The Rules and could I send them a link to the gospel as recorded by the Keppers of the Cog. I felt this was a moment to testify and reaffirm my commitment to The Word and spread the gospel as it is the only path to a life that is righteous, good and decent.
Please see the glory here: http://www.velominati.com/the-rules/
I close with the Prophet's Prayer:
Our Hardman who art in Belgium
Eddy be thy name
Thy cobbles come, thy hands are numb
From pavé
As it isn’t heaven.
Give us this day our daily V,
And forgive us our Rule violations,
As we drop those who attack against us,
Lead us not off our line
But deliver us from Anti-V.
For thine is the big ring,
And the power, and the glory,
For Eddy and ever.
A-Merckx
I encourage others to comment below and quote some of their favorites.... My personal favorite which gives me tranquility when the going gets tough is Rule #5
Comments
I have to say I like Rule #90 "Never get out of the big ring." I'm not even sure if the shifter on my left arrow extension works, ha ha, just kidding.
No offense meant towards my teammates, but I have a bit of disdain for these, primarily because of #42. Get over it, Roadies, and show a little inclusiveness.
Also, when I was 15, I came up with my own rules. Being somewhat simpleminded @ that age, there are only three:
1. Always be honest
2. See the beauty all around you.
3. Never do anything for the sole reason it's expected of you. [EG, rule #37, among others. OTOH, rules like 8, 9, 25, 58, 60, 63, & 87 I follow Religiously.]
but, i have always been a fan of "Things we can learn from a dog"
some of my favorites:
Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy
Take naps and stretch before rising
Run, romp & play daily
Eat with gusto and enthusiasm
Be loyal
Never pretend to be something you’re not
If what you want lies buried, dig until you find it
Avoid biting when a simple growl will do
When you are happy, dance around and wag your entire body
I agree with TC, SD & AT. Many of the rules are fun to read. Some of them are notable. My Bat Cave is open. Rule # 10 is active.
Thanks again, Dino
I'm also curious as to why, if these rules are generally European in nature, and given rule #14, it is almost always the European men wearing tri kits with white shorts. Ponder that.
I have had to rely on several of the rules this week and last.....working through it. When I can't think of an appropriate rule I switch to chasing Al or Tim's back wheel when trying to make it through a tough interval....
SS