[Okay, that makes him laugh, covering it behind one hand and shaking his head.]

I've been told I have a habit of getting competitive myself, to tell the truth. Perhaps we can simply exercise, then, instead of race.

[Same purpose, but easier to speak during. He sets his water bottle aside and resumes position atop the bike, waving as if to indicate the one next to him.]

The boys you mentioned. Are they here? I must confess, I'm a bit out of touch with current developments, so I'm not certain how long ago it is you arrived in this prison...