Bicycle Talk. Episode 462 November 26th 2025. Ron’s Rant: Is professional bicycle racing getting too dangerous. 6 deaths in the last 2 year. You think that’s bad, look at cycling on the roads in the US. Brussels’ Pedestrian Zone Is So Crowded It’s Restricting Bikes On a positive side: The Dutch Intersection. Immigrant street vendors being supported by “flash mobs” of hungry cyclists in Chicago. Mechanical minute and cycling tips: Preparing your bike for winter storage Content: This week Ron goes on to explain winter preparation and storage of your bicycle, The Dutch Intersection, and how the people of Chicago are helping out the immigrant street vendors. Ron also explains that riding on the US roads is far more dangerous than professional bicycle Racing. Events and Finishing Points.