Rotterdam Six Day: Day 5 Live Thread, Part 2
by Jen See on Jan 6, 2009 4:04 PM EST
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So having watched all of about 35 seconds of a Six Day event now...
… it appears to me to be something of a Cycling Rave?
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I like having this thread all to myself...
… there’s no one in here… plenty of room, none of the kids running around on my lawn. Elbow room. Ahhhhh…
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So when exactly do Jonathan E and Moonpie make an appearance?
All them bikes on that track… it needs a little sumthin’ sumthin’… like a big heavy steel ball, spikes and dudes on roller skates.
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Back just in time for the 2 man sprints. Good timing.
I see Dan has crashed the party. Heh. Did you see my pun?
Apart from the team one
when suddenly Kenny, Hoy and Levy all appear on the same team. Unbeaten to date, I think.
Phil almost passed out
he survices breathing Derny fumes you know, and all that clean air between derny’s was bad for him (just jokimg Philster)LOL
Dang it. Have to fetch the child.
He could wait out in the cold a while longer, right?
Google is my domestique.
They don't freeze properly above zero
just a little discomfort.
You're safe from the abuse charges then
Can you survive the guilty looks and the muttering from the back seat? “Jenny’s mother always arrives early.” If I’m ever out in the afternoon I’m surprised how early parents start arriving to pick their kids up. The best parking places are always taken 40 minutes before school is out. But then arrive 10 to 15 minutes late and you can park where you want.
You have to stay for the Derny's
It’s the money shot
I'm here!
I was just drooling over the derny’s there, zoned out a little
"If you go (with a break), you can either win or not win. If you don't go for it, you definitely won't win."
~ Jens Voigt
The more I think about it, 50 sounds about right.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Thanks for your explanations the other night
I only found them when I was catching up on what I had missed.
Between my friend and DanielHolloway/Colby Pearce write ups, I think I got it.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
I've been trying to spot the trumpet thingy
In Super High Definition Blur-O-Vision
I think in total it's 35 laps or so.ish.
Or maybe 45 or 50 total with the start up laps when they work up to speed.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Dekker won an elimination race last night
then you ladies got all too way excited, iI had to calm you all down and tease you with Benna
Oh it is an experience you need to enjoy once in your life...
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
It all sounds a bit like English
Ronder is lap, the bit before is the number left, the commentator doesn’t have time to say much more than count down the laps left.
Bell Lap.
Damn – that guy up on top totally lost his rider.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
I figured it out! I know what this reminds me of. Horse racing.
Because the jerseys remind me of the jockey’s colors. Each one is different combos of colors easily identifiable. And they ride around in circles going left, left, fast, left, left, fast.
buddy of mine raced a horse once.
horse won, cause my buddy tried to draft horse, and got all sprayed wiyth mud he could not see. It was so funny.
You must come to London on holiday and we can all go ;-)
You can come round to mine for tea and cakes (or beer) afterwards!
Thanks gang!
This call is heating up so I need to drop off.
I will see you either later tonight on here or here tomorrow!
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
I'd email him but he's been ignoring me.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Ok i'm here, how long to go
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
LoL... Ok is my Addiction racing today, the names aren't coming up likw yesterday
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Some of us actually have to work at some point today.
I think I’d prefer bed over this call though.
I find that I can’t click it off with the derny going.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
hello LOL cyclegirl LOL
we missed you, we almost had a Bennalanche and I would have needed your support
Hey there
Oh I’m sure the ladies would have looked after you, especially if there was a bennalanche… Just join in add photos of benna, and all would be good..
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
hear the story of one of the original 6 days?
back when they actually raced almost 24hrs for 6 days. One rider after 6 days was in a coma of sorts, he was in hospital and his legs were still going round they would not stop
If your bad i'm bad...
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
If you are, I think I just got knocked off Santa's good list
as I giggle at it everytime I hear it.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
I'm so screwed if I get asked a question or have to recap this call.
Head is so not into it.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
I'll drop ya note.
Let’s just say it deals with utilities and regulations.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Speaking of work
Been back two days, and I’m counting down til april…
and my damn uniform is to frigging hot to wear in this weather..
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
You didn't just rub in your temperatures.
Have I shared that it’s snowing here right now. And I think maybe in the low teens.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
No Not rubbing
Just pissed about the Heat… But aircon will kick in soon… It’s 0900 and it’s 28 deg celcius already
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Sounds interesting :)
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Blago!
sorry I had to, that guy is great entertainment
"If you go (with a break), you can either win or not win. If you don't go for it, you definitely won't win."
~ Jens Voigt
I work for the State of CA. I can watch and work at the same time.
Plus I am in charge of my little world here so…
Gov workers can multi-task very well.
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Ditto.
I might even be more productive as I haul ass in the AM so I can feel less guilty now. Conference calls though you can come in early or stay later to wrap up. Unless of course you are blessed with them being scheduled over a 12 hour period. Ugh.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Derny's yay, Derny's yay, Derny's yay
oh man I have to snap out of this trance
"If you go (with a break), you can either win or not win. If you don't go for it, you definitely won't win."
~ Jens Voigt
hear the story of the rotterdam 6 day
One fan watching the live derny feed after 6days was in a coma of sorts, he was in hospital and his eyes were still going round they would not stop
Band Camp... LoL
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
first Benna ( i now know what a Benna is)
then GH (was a miscall by Nikki)
Now band camp – you girls are a hoot !
Please tell me about band camp
Yeah, I'm going to totally say I had him on the brain when I goofed.
….actually peterfish, I was in a hurry and picked up the wrong thing. And had I even thought about it for a second, I’d have realised the location was so not you. But I have it now so all is good.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
I will so send you the movie if you have not yet seen it.
American Pie.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Well One time at Band Camp...
Are you sure you don’t know..
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
sure sure
I’ve seen american pie, but why did nikki reply band camp to my joke about Phil? (poor lost man I am)
I was trying to tease you about the "did you hear the story about he guy"
This meeting really is affecting things here. I just picture you attending band camp now though and I am laughing so all was not lost in this.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Oh looks like my TDU experience is going on the web,
Had an email last night.. hehehe How funny is that..
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
LoL
I’ll be writing for them of my experience, and photo’s too….
as for noticeable hat, I’m noticeable without any gimmicks hahahaha
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Wouldn't it be a bit fairer
to try a few other permutations of three sprinters
Stan Up Stand up
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
I am standing for Levy and not Hoy
I’m sick of standing for Hoy, and Levy was on that team
"If you go (with a break), you can either win or not win. If you don't go for it, you definitely won't win."
~ Jens Voigt
Shit.... need to run.
Call heated up and I have to go deliver something down the hall. I’ll catch you guys in like an hour or two.
CrashDan honey, it was good to read from you again. Don’t go away so long.
You make me and Jimbo worry about you. Later gang!
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Did they really pay the licensing for all this music?
… or did they just grab one of their kid’s iPods?
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I'm sure they paid for it
once, many many years ago.
No... I'm new to the Six Day experience...
… so their casual mixing of 80’s TV show themes, Opera, German House Uns Uns music and europop has not fully explained itself to me yet.
Have you seen the score for the Faerie’s Aire and Death March?
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I have indeed...
… although never with quite this sort of soundtrack.
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Nah I just had weetbix...
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
But thanks
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
That is my first ever viewing of a Madison...
… that… is batshit insane.
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it goes for about 30 min per session about 3 sessions a night, same teams every night all sessions
someone else who knows the exact no of laps?
and they intersperse other races
I think we decided 200 laps with sprint points every 20.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Ohh I just saw him.... mmmmmmmmmmm
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Ohh could happen
We do have some amazing pics of him
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Yes definately
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
I so want to go to one of these...
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Oh only 24hrs... Geez
But i have no winter gear…
I will need somthing to keep me warm
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
mmm
I like ZoeRochelles option..
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
OK Images in head, go away go away, i'm at work..
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
I'm telling you...
… live bears would make it better. and an ice patch somewhere.
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well... tie a piece of bacon to the back of the riders...
… and let the bear on the track…
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Does anyone know if they are actually playing that music in the velodrome?
Or is it only on the broadcast for the Ecstasy nutcases watching at home?
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Ohh so much fun...
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
See he knows i'm watching
and is going for the win
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
I saw a 6 day in person in Montreal Olympic velodrome maybe 20 years ago, my one and only ...
until yesterday I saw one again on the live feed. Love it!
One rider at Montreal for fun rode one-legged . . .
as he was like catching up a lap he would take one foot out and ride one-legged – no lie was so fun to watch
Yah back before Velodrome was taken down
Velodrome racing for many years in Montrael after summer Olympics were in Montreal
another rider rode no hands
he would pretend to “pull on a rope” as he caught up to riders he was the best entertainer . . . some Italian guy named Algeri something
Sad that you know what Angel Flights are.
But no Disco either. They wear sort of jerseys like jockey’s wear.
OK just spat drink out...
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Totally agree
I’m dancing around here..
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
I think this same band sings a god awful Christmas Carol...
… that they played non-stop on Air France in December.
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But how will I know where the nearest exit is?
or how to use the seatbelt?
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Just do what the person next you is doing..
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Anyone know if they use a special compound on their tires...
… for the crazy ass swoops they are doing on these boards?
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uhhhh
definately not technical here… anyone else
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
peterfish has it below
I think it’s usually high pressure and no treads. Add in the no brakes and makes ya want to run out and try it doesn’t it? I for one don’t think I’d ever get up to high enough speed to stay ON the track. The bank on some velodromes is scary steep.
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
track tires usually have no tread
lots of stick with a slick – do not need any tread as no water ( hopefully no sweat / no beer on track ! ! )
Imagine if the audience did a mexican wave...
All the beer cups being thrown around… hehehe
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Not sure why...
It’s just what it’s called hear…
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
here
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George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
do they heat the tires?
… all my knowledge of wheeled racing involves motorcycles and they DEFINITELY need to heat the tires prior to race time… they even have special little heaters to do it. Otherwise the the compound doesn’t grip… it just stays, well, slick.
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Can I be there when you meet him?
This ToC trip is gonna be awesome. :-)
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Peterfish I so like you :-)
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Like in the way a Remora loves a Shark?
or in the way an Indian Chef loves Ghee?
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I see trouble on the way...
I fear earthquakes and lightening…
I see bad time today…
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Of course "yours" is okay Santa. Geesh. LOL!
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Get out of my head...
… and turn the cameras off that you have in my office. I just deleted that post before hitting the “POST” button.
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Use the force luke.
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Use the force luke.
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Well i'm sure the jedi council did that..
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
These are not the cyclists you're looking for...
… move along.
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Quick Question
Is my addiction going to be at the spring classics???
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
No thats not fair
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Well if you or crashdan
have posed naked with tyres and wear a lotto jersey this season…
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Well we all would like to see the photos :-)
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
She said THIS season Zoe...
… all my nudes are from 2008. Sorry.
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See I'm now dancing around the table...
Doosh doosh doosh… Aye aye aye
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Come on Lampater - Marvulli !
I need you guys to get up a lap – right now, or tomorrow when heat is on might be too late !
nope like I said I am just an amateur -
but I do LOVE the racing – and this . . . wait – STAND UP -its all over !!!
I hope Risi kicks butt tomorrow. Just to hush you. :-)
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
Lyrics Translation...
“That’s why we love differently, and I like it that way”…
wtf?
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STAND UP!!!!
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
CycleGirl
Dekker gave his spring schedule lately. If you can’t find it, let me know and I’ll pull it up for you.
Google is my domestique.
Sweet thanks Majope
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Can always count on you when it comes to Dekker
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
This will probably do for now
and it’s in English. Not what I was thinking of, though. From last month’s interview in CN.
Another team training camp will be followed by his first road race, the Etoile de Bessèges. The Vuelta a Andalucía [Ruta Ciclista Del Sol] beckons as an early-season test of form for Dekker before he rides the first ‘serious’ stage race of the year, Tirreno-Adriatico, which he won in 2006. It’s then Classics time for the prodigious Dutchman, with a crack at Milano-Sanremo ahead of the Vuelta a País Vasco and then the Ardennes Classics. Amstel Gold Race, La Flèche Wallonne and Liège-Bastogne-Liège may be some of the defining races of his first few months at Silence-Lotto.
Google is my domestique.
there has to be some craaaazy dutch drinking game associated with these races...
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Yes saw that..
Oh did i tell you i’ll be seeing him soon :-)))
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
I'm getting excited...
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
see you all tomorrow . .
If not meet up with you at Classics with me and cyclegirl and crashdan
thanks for my second fun day – no more lurking for me
But . . . I sure miss a lot of the racing by being with you all – oh well it sure is worth it.
Unless we have a Bennalanche
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Love threads... Now how interesting
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Yeah I know, slap my hand
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
Dang. I have to bail out one night early and you don't include me. :-(
"The most wasted day is that in which we have not laughed."
But the High Pants things is wrong
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
That came up on my PC
together with the Star Wars theme
Is there a rodeo clown or something that comes out to entertain between the races and heats?
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Here you go
Enjoy. You do know what schlager means I guess?
What... the... hell...
are they climbing into a big pool of Fava beans? Does the winner get a nice chilled Chianti and a book called “To Serve Man”?
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Yep... But the music still plays in your mind
We don't stop playing because we grow old, we grow old because we stop playing.
George Bernard Shaw, 1856-1950
but then Gav comes in and makes comments on the thread
like she was here but she wasn’t really.
By all! Its been fun.
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