I AM one of the “super fit” quartet A Oliver mentions in his letter about the Naked Bike Ride (Letters, June 15).
Super-fit I am not, and would be the first to admit this. He also makes reference to our “dedication” to cycling.
Well, I do not have a driving licence. I cycle to and from work and cycle my children to school whenever work allows. No, I am hardly dedicated. I don’t watch the Tour de France or shave my legs to ride faster, but I bet I cycle more than you do.
Also, my tattoos are not visible on a day-to-day basis. If you were to meet me in the street on a normal day, you would not even know I have them.
We were asked to pose for the camera that way, so I assume you are referring to the fact that we were riding four abreast, and not to my size, as this would be offensive to some, although not to me as I am happy with who I am.
We all kept our modesty, as we are family men, just having a laugh and hoping for our 15 minutes of fame.
Thanks to A Oliver, I think it was achieved.
Christian Potter, Slessor Road, Acomb, York.
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