It's really disappointing to hear that the behavior of male cyclists is discouraging women from cycling. I primarily do group rides and there are a few women on these rides, but they are vastly outnumbered by men. Road cycling is very social activity and I enjoy their participation. In fact, one of my weekly rides is led by a woman. I can say without a doubt she is a stronger cyclist than me.

I can say cycling has changed the trajectory of my life. I don't know what it is, but once my feet start peddling my worries and anxiety disappear. I've tried to get my wife interested in cycling, but it hasn't stuck, possibly for the reasons in this article.