"I see the discussion taking place in Taiwan as certain parts of the WSFGI putting pressure on the riders through the team sponsors"

different topic. you and i were conversing above on the wsfgi's response to to the UCI. it has been very non-confrontational with governing bodies. i talk to the affected manufacturers in swim, bike and tri, and to the relevant members on the other side (tech chair, athletes committee chair) and i think the reason the wsfgi has been so effective is the collaborative approach they take with IFs.

now, athletes, let's talk about them. we're talking about people who're getting their paychecks from, owing their livings from, enjoying their vocations because of, bike makers. most of these guys know that rotors are not a danger. they can either remain cowed by bigger dicks in the peloton who do have axes to grind, or they can show some solidarity with the folks who fork over the dough. i doubt anybody is asking an athlete to speak contrary to his view, but it would be nice if some of these guys who know better would show a little spine.