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(Responding to criticism for learning to ride a bicycle at 67 years old) – I feel that I am entitled to my share of lightheartedness and there is nothing wrong with enjoying oneself simply, like a boy

It’s one of the worst things in the world to wake up and not see your bike where you left it

(In an interview, revealing the secret of how to become a champion cyclist) – You must do three things; Ride your bike, ride your bike, ride your bike

Here’s the routine I’d advise for the evening before a race: a pheasant with chestnuts, a bottle of champagne and a woman

After your first day of cycling, one dream is inevitable.  A memory of motion lingers in the muscles of your legs, and round and round they seem to go.  You ride through Dreamland on wonderful dream bicycles that change and grow

Ride lots

Learn to ride a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live

Whenever I see an adult on a bicycle, I have hope for the human race

When my legs hurt, I say: Shut up legs! Do what I tell you to do!