Sheep and Wolves

Group dynamics are complicated. Sometimes they seem no more than Brownian motion, particles moving randomly in liquid. Cycling is more animalistic, sheep and wolves. Sheep seldom show individual initiative, they follow the call of complacency. They mow the grass down to it’s roots with no concern for what’s to eat tomorrow. Sheep will stampede, a headless entity with the ass end trying to be the head end. Wolves show individual strength but this is deceptive. Wolves work together. The wolf at the head of the chase is not the one in charge. The one that comes up last and takes out the throat of the prey is the Alpha.

Complacency is the issue here. Sheep do the same rides over and over with a desperation never to be dropped and left alone. Suck a wheel even if it puts you on the centerline. Wolves go out in small groups or alone and avoid complacency. Draft is nice but not an entitlement.

Be a wolf. Go out and ride when you find the chance. Ride with friends who have the same goals. Discover new routes, don’t be afraid of the wind or going out with out a SAG. Take nothing for granted and screw complacency.

Today is a good day to die. Don’t waste it.