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We discuss the inherent dandyism in cycling and in particular the sartorial problem of the MAMIL or Middle-Aged Man in Lycra.
Five Bicycle-Shaped Musings from writer, raconteur and life-long cyclist Andrew Martin
In this episode the sport of cycling and the problem of the MAMIL (Middle-Aged Man in Lycra) as scrutinised by staunch utility cyclist Andrew Martin. He is amused to discover that Lycra endows a speed advantage of 0.0001% over a three-piece tweed suit and a pipe.
Written and read by Andrew Martin
Produced by Karen Holden
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