Escape-Artist

Im a female rider. And I personally don't find this article offensive or derogatory at all. The comments on the other hand are somewhat disturbing. Like lots of female riders being butch, lesbians or Tom boys? I can guarantee you that out of all the ladies I have rode with, not one was a lesbian. Maybe a little tom boy, but would anyone take you seriously If you had to stop to fix your hair or put on some eyeliner cuz you sweat it all off? No. Probably not. I myself and quite the girly girl, and I take pride In being one. I will wear pink gear, and my bike will be as pristine as the day I bought it(not from lack of riding, but because I take care of it). Some of you boys could definitely benefit from taking a gal riding with you. And for the reason most girls ride with other girls, is because there is no pressure. No pressure to hit that drop if you aren't comfortable, and than the support is there when you just want to send it. Unlike most male counterparts (I'm generalizing a little here), we are chill about riding. When riding, I don't want to feel like I'll get left behind or get ridiculed for not hitting that stunt or this jump like a lot of guys do. I just want to ride, and riding with the ladies is a lot less stressful. So next time your ride with your lady, think about how you talk to her and be supportive of her skills and she will get better! And if you already do that, well good on you pal :)