Cycling #ChitChat – Life’s Better on Two Wheels
It was such a great surprise to see our cyclist Arlenis Sierra finishing in the top ten of this classic race on Sunday.
So, 😄 I’m thrilled to contribute here with my Cycling ChitChat (you can see I can’t just call it a Sunday thing either) on this inspiring subject: women in Paris–Roubaix.
Screenshot – here’s the news
And how funny was my friend, my bike mechanic, when I sent him my reaction. He said: yes, she finished ninth, just imagine, used to the potholes here in Cuba, for her the cobblestones of Paris–Roubaix are nothing. I laughed so hard at that.
But hey, life’s always a mix of sweet and sour. If you missed it, check out this video—it shows how brutal it was. That crash at 1:11 is nasty. Honestly, it broke my heart.
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That ending shot was something else—German rider Franziska Koch getting past Dutch legend Marianne Vos. Makes me wonder if anyone here knows her. Her dad passed away only a week ago (so sad), and she wanted to dedicate her win to him. She didn’t manage it, but honestly, she’s a champ in my book. That’s what cycling does—well, sport in general—it makes you pull strength out of nowhere. Or better said, out of where you think there’s nothing left. With the right mindset, you can always squeeze out a bit more.
As a Cuban and a big admirer of Arlenis Sierra, this result makes me proud. I have to admit… I love being able to share this news here. I don’t see myself as a racing cyclist; I’m more into cycle touring and photography, that’s where I feel truly inspired.
And if one day I join a competitive event—which I might—I wouldn’t mind coming last. I wouldn’t even mind if the organisers had packed up and the crowd had gone home before I crossed the finish line. What matters is crossing it, even alone, without cheers. 🤣
In the Sunday ChitChat I asked a few questions, focusing on the male stars, especially the Slovenian Tadej Pogačar. From what little I’ve seen, one thing is clear: he never settles for a narrow win. He wants to win big. That’s why, when the others are spent, he grows stronger, climbing mountains as if fresh as a lettuce, leaving the peloton behind. And even before the finish line, knowing no one is chasing, he keeps pushing. This is a powerful lesson. We can apply it to many areas of life, and it’s an image that is both valuable and inspiring.
I’m not a sports nut and I don’t really back anyone in particular. I just enjoy the show and love checking out what drives the athletes. That’s the real deal, the bit that matters. So yeah, I enjoyed Van Aert’s win. And once again life gives us a nudge: don’t take anything for granted. The game (whatever it is) ain’t over till it’s over.
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Life’s way better on two wheels, at least for me. Always loads of little wins. Just gotta keep the vibe right
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😇 Thanks!
Exactly, it doesn't matter what place you finish in a race, what matters is that you're taking part... I don't know much about cycling, I prefer walking, but here I am!😃
🙃😄 Y te lo agradezco mucho. ¡Un abrazo!
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Hi @nanixxx—the world of cycling sounds fascinating when you tell it like this. At 1:11—misfortune strikes!—a fellow countrywoman gliding over cobblestones as if the surface were perfectly smooth. The grit of a racer who finished second... a future champion accompanied by a unicorn... and honestly, I’m not really into sports, but I absolutely love your posts!
A big hug!
You’re such loyal readers. Hahaha… Thank you so much. I think that, however small it may be, there’s always something lovely and interesting to say – especially when you’re enjoying spending time with friends.
Unicorns are always nearby…
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Thank you for the Pewee meme! Classic!
It is such a shame that the women's race doesn't get the same coverage the men's does. Many pundits openly say they enjoy the women's more as there is more drama most of the time and better "real" racing. The hell of the north looks like a true shit course so to come in 9th is an incredibly admiral achievement!
Yes, it happens in many sports... But here we’re going to be sure to highlight women’s achievements whenever we get the chance.
The story of Arlenis Sierra is really inspiring. We’ve got some real fighters among our female cyclists here.
I agree with Flemingfarm indeed, women sports should get the same attention. I might watch that the next time though, easier on the eyes than a bunch of men with shaven legs on awesome bikes 😁
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Since you asked me to let you know about events, I thought I’d mention it to you, hehehe... I’ll keep an eye out from now on. There are loads of cycling events.
The good thing about cycling is that it suits people of all level. You don't have to be competing to enjoy being out on the bike.
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If you get a chance, check it out and you might find something to interest you.
It’s true, there’s no need to be in competition. It’s about pushing yourself. ;) And about the new interface — that’s great! Thanks a lot for letting me know. I’ll take a look and get back to you.