The official’s response was quite clear: “First of all, the rider who caused that crash is getting a lot of abuse from his peers in this category and we have to hope that has an impact on his future racing decisions. Second, I know you are frustrated because you got caught up in a stupid crash, but you have to absolutely realize that this is absolutely the risk that YOU have to take if you want to race crits.”<<
That pretty much sums it up. Shit happens in bike racing. I was taken out in February by a stupid girl who had never raced before (nor had she attended any skills clinics). Totally her fault and I’m still in physical therapy after hitting the ground at 25 mph, and so far out nearly $1,000 co-pays for everything. Luckily, the bike was fine!
clm