the thing most pro men have no idea about is that pro women have the same passion/conviction/application/desperation/talent but nobody gets
— Bridie O’Donnell (@Bridie_OD) September 6, 2012
to see it. Rarely on tv, occasionally in the papers, infrequently promoted by federations. Making no money, watching you guys fuck around &
— Bridie O’Donnell (@Bridie_OD) September 6, 2012
complain about how hard it is. We see you on tv EVERY day. We know who you are, how you ride & yet our best riders are effectively INVISIBLE
— Bridie O’Donnell (@Bridie_OD) September 6, 2012
things are getting better, absolutely. But it angers me that pro women feel compelled to blog to promote themselves & the sport
— Bridie O’Donnell (@Bridie_OD) September 6, 2012
don’t get me wrong: blogging is VERY important. It serves as a diary, a comfort, to thank people, inform fans/followers, share triumphs &
— Bridie O’Donnell (@Bridie_OD) September 6, 2012
"seek solace in the disappointments. All athletes could do it better at times & some are wonderful at it. We get to share our stories w you.
— Bridie O’Donnell (@Bridie_OD) September 6, 2012
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Bridie isn’t pulling her punches - and rightly so. Go Bridie!