Are local councils doing enough to support and promote bike races, or are they merely paying lip service to cycling enthusiasts while prioritizing car-centric infrastructure projects, and what concrete steps can be taken to ensure that councils are held accountable for their cycling-related promises and initiatives, particularly in light of the growing popularity of cycling as a recreational activity and competitive sport, and the numerous health, environmental, and economic benefits that it provides, and can councils really be expected to drive meaningful change in this area, or are they simply too beholden to the interests of motorists and other stakeholders to effect meaningful reform, and what role should cycling advocacy groups play in pushing for greater council support and investment in cycling infrastructure and events.