THE RACE-ISM

So let me get this straight.

We've had the combustion engine for, what, 150 years or something. And yet we're still watching people ride bicycles around the European country that is France.

Riding a bike.

Around.

A whole country.

In fact, this is such a great bit of sport that Britain has actually asked to be part of it. The Tour de France is going to have a leg in London, I think.

What are these people thinking?

If you're popping down to the local shops the bike is all well and good. If you want a leisurely amble by the riverside, the bicycle is a fine option. But if you need to travel around a whole country get a car. A cab. A train. Get yourself a pony even. But, come on - riding a bike with all the pedalling and the leaning?

They should call that race the Chore de France.