"Cycling is an excruciating sport—a rider’s power is only as great as his capacity to endure pain—and it is often remarked that the best cyclists experience their physical agonies as a relief from private torments. The bike gives suffering a purpose."

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This quote came from an article written by Philip Gourevitch on the Rwandan Cycling team.  If you are into cycling, Rwanda, or you are currently breathing, read his article:

Read more http://www.newyorker.com/reporting/2011/07/11/110711fa_fact_gourevitch#ixzz1SQKlt7Tp

Source: newyorker.com
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