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But that's part of racing no
No. I don't see why I have to keep saying this. These are "no drafting" events.
If I decide to get into a car and drive to the finish, I've failed at adhering to the rules and will be DQ'd. Same goes for drafting.
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I think he means racing more generally be it running, swimming, cycling etc.
I’ll abide by it but I’ve never liked no drafting rules as I’d agree it’s part of “racing”.
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No. I don't see why I have to keep saying this. These are "no drafting" events.
Yes I appreciate that and get how it would mean a DQ. I'm not questioning why someone would be disqualified for breaking the rules.
I think my query was why drafting is banned and the only reasonable reason I could find is that allowing it opens up the possibility of organised chain gangs. Banning it is the easiest way to keep things 'fair'.
Anyway that's my risible contribution to ultra cycling done with. I'll happily stick to self supported touring.
GoatandTricycle
Saffronspokes
But that's part of racing no? The only argument against drafting that I can appreciate is that It opens the door for large chain gangs to ride as an organised bunch. But if someone has caught you up and is drafting from you then yeah it sucks, but then force them to the front or drop them!
As mentioned above, I don't race these events so my opinion is pretty much irrelevant.