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PEACHTREE CORNERS, Ga. — Ryan Crabbe found a shady spot on a warm spring day, rooting on his kids in the USA Crit Speed Week race in Peachtree Corners. Like him, Crabbe’s kids are all avid cyclists.   

“One of the differences from team sports is there are no substitutions, unlimited playing time,” Crabbe said “But also it’s a life skill.”

Sometimes, that skill demands that one put their life on the line. Crabbe calls it a personal matter for him. In 2019, he got hit by a car while riding in a bike line. 

“Fortunately, my injuries were somewhat superficial,” Crabbe said. “I mean, shoulder surgery and a little bit of damage, but I have lost some friends, and it hits very close to home each time you see a story like that.” 

Former professional cyclist Frankie Andreu …