Bicycle Dudes

16 Aug 2010 - The SCMP had the page-wide headline "Men are dealing with the angst of a midlife crisis by buying racing bikes, a study has found." The article explains that men between the age 35 - 50 show a sudden and unexpected concern with health. It goes on to explain that traditionally men have eased the existential angst that afflicts them by driving sports cares, sitting astride large and throbbing motorbikes, or running off with younger women (men). However, according to the retail analyst Mintel, they are buying top-of-the-range racing bikes instead. Unfortunately, they also go for the tight lycra-stretch shorts, figure-hugging jerseys and weird sport shoes). I would say that if a generation of middle-aged men start living healthier than who cares, and cycling seems a lot better than running off with the secretary?