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The original was posted on /r/velo by /u/DougalisGod on 2023-09-23 00:37:36.

I keep getting these ads on FB and Instagram from brands saying that applications are open for their factory racing team.

It seems a lot like when you buy a motorcycle, everyone wants to join a club so they can have a cool jacket.

Is there really any benefit to these things or are they just kinda cringy clubs.

People no longer earn their way on with results? The bike equivalent of joining the Harley Owners Group to fly their patch?

Color me cynical.