So You Signed Up for Ride London... But Now Your Sat Nav Says "Nope!"
We've all been there. You're brimming with enthusiasm, picturing yourself conquering those London streets on two wheels. You sign up for Ride London, visions of glory and lycra-clad heroism dancing in your head. Then, life throws a spanner in the works. Wedding of your nan in Timbuktu? Pulled a muscle trying to squeeze into those aforementioned lycra dreams? Fear not, fellow cyclist (or should that be unicyclist, we don't discriminate here), because we're here to answer the burning question: Can I defer my Ride London place?
Buckle Up, Because It's a No (But We Feel Your Pain)
Unfortunately, unlike your dreams of podium glory, deferring your Ride London place isn't currently an option. Yes, you read that right. Deferral = a big, fat NOPE. Let's be honest, this isn't ideal. We all deserve a second shot at lycra-clad glory, right?
Here at Cyclist Crisis Counselling (patent pending), we understand. That's why we're here to offer some consolation prizes (because, hey, a virtual hug and a participation trophy is better than nothing, right?):
- Channel your inner Colin Farrell in "The Way We Were." Just because you can't ride this year doesn't mean you can't dream of next year! Picture yourself, conquering those hills, the wind in your hair... okay, maybe mostly sweat in your hair, but hey, details!
- Use this as an excuse to upgrade your cycling gear. Retail therapy is a wonderful coping mechanism, and besides, that new helmet practically guarantees victory... well, maybe not, but it'll look good!
- Train like a maniac anyway. Just because you're not racing doesn't mean you can't be the envy of your neighborhood with your superhuman cycling prowess. Those hills won't stand a chance next year!
FAQs
How to:
- Sweat out my disappointment in a productive way? Hit the gym, those legs aren't going to train themselves for next year!
- Become a lycra fashion icon? Hit up the cycling blogs and magazines, my friend. Research is key!
- Channel my inner Tour de France champion? Watch cycling documentaries, visualize yourself on the podium. Visualization is powerful!
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