Describe the contrast between being a cyclist and a runner. There is a whole lot of strategy involved. I used to go to bike races and try to beat people by just taking off and riding myself into the ground. I wanted to beat the crap out of everybody like I try to do in running, but you simply can't do that in cycling. People often ask me which sport is harder, and I can't ever answer the question.
Cycling is more anaerobic even though the events typically last well over an hour.
It's like doing a constant interval session. Also, cycling is a lot more dangerous than running. I've sustained two severe concussions and two broken ribs. It draws the world's best riders. That's when the cycling world really took notice of me.