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by Chris Fontecchio on Oct 18, 2009 12:45 AM EDT
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Oh come on Chris it's not that bad
Cross has just started up….
by Christopher See on Oct 18, 2009 12:52 AM EDT reply actions
so gilbert is the fav, no?
"The road is our agony, but also our daily bread; and at night, when it is deserted and the moon glistens on the asphalt, the ridiculous dreams of racers like us pass up and down it."
--Dino Buzzati
Well that's depressing
but I’m kinda happy it’s the off-season, need a cycling break for bit, by middle November I’ll be crying in pain. Until then, I have a undefeated football team and a bunch of hockey upstarts playing great to entertain myself…oh and some bball as well, guess it could be worse……yep by middle November I will be suffering withdrawal.
Dammit Elk! I don't care if it's your mating season, you are disturbing my peaceful sleep! Just STFU!
liverpool is not doing well at this moment
I dunno
maybe it’s about time for me to start doing some real work?
still, very depressing indeed….
Talking bout footy, I guess the countdown clock could be even more depressing
http://mycountdown.org/Sports/FIFA_World_Cup/?gclid=CPOvi5_yxZ0CFSUsawodxFFjrg
Dammit Elk! I don't care if it's your mating season, you are disturbing my peaceful sleep! Just STFU!
Oh C'mon.. we have all the drama of the TDU in Jan...90 days!! I'm counting down..
Making there first Appearance Team Sky and Radioshack (not a biggie for me, but be interesting who else comes apart from LA)…….Who is coming over from other teams, wahoooooooo Cannot wait!!!!
"the rest was over 30. And that doesn't mean old and useless, but experienced and with the stamina"
Jens! Voigt, Crit Intl Interview, 2009
Ohhh and Curacao on Nov 7th...... Smiling already!!
"the rest was over 30. And that doesn't mean old and useless, but experienced and with the stamina"
Jens! Voigt, Crit Intl Interview, 2009
Yeah
I was just about to say that. I’ll have a preview up soon if all goes well.
De FIETS en anders NIETS
You realize a Curacao preview will turn into a hotitude thread right?
it will be uncontrollable.
Dammit Elk! I don't care if it's your mating season, you are disturbing my peaceful sleep! Just STFU!
Us? Uncontrollable?
I have no idea what you mean…
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
You say that
like it’s a negative thing? Come on, how often do we get a chance to combine cycling and dolphin pics?
If you are saying, later in the day, then I have the same question.
Maybe they are putting up lights on the course. The race is going to be in Prime Time here on the east coast of the USA.
Cyclovia: Bogota www.streetfilms.org/archives/ciclovia/
Adjustments
will be made.
ABRUZZIAM...uh oh
by Chris Fontecchio on Oct 18, 2009 11:15 AM EDT up reply actions
Thanks Chris.
Don’t mean to ride you, I really appreciate everything you do here.
Cyclovia: Bogota www.streetfilms.org/archives/ciclovia/
It's become an existential question: 'When is night?'
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Using the reply button would have been good...
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Pssst
If you’re not retiring early, there’s the Chrono Des Nations (see the thread over at the side). You can cheer our man to victory ;-)
Pssst, who's our man in this?
Can Tony be racing? “Chrono” is in the title though… must check now.
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Not allowed to say
I’ll get in trouble with rbjhan, LOL! But you’ll know when you see the start list ;-)
Don't worry, we'll share the load
i’m in trouble too … sheep or a lamb…another good question. Go Vino ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
'sheep or a lamb'?
Is this another existential question…? (the butcher will tell you – it’s definitely lamb. He doesn’t sell mutton…)
Oh my… you said the ‘V’ word! I’m a bit scared to, these days. Ah, bollocks I am… GOOOO VINO!!!
Definitely existential, but I have to think
that Vino’s at least worth a sheep, although the lamb is sweeter.
You know, I’ve never been a huge fan of Vino – to me he had the annoying traits of Voeckler – but I think his performance since he’s been back is gutsy. The suspension is over, so all power to him.
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Ah...
…“might as well be hanged for”… got it ;-)
And some will think hanging is too good ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
And
I’ve gotta say that my Vino-fandom is not new. (although there was, admittedly, a time when I had the righteous shits with him, LOL). But you’re right – his comeback has shown that the man has a pair (as if there was ever any doubt about that). And it’s about time that people started getting used to the idea of him winning ;-).
I must admit that I am a little apprehensive about his first big win, to come… I am gonna be a bit upset by the inevitable reaction to him on the podium… but then, I am sure that I will be able to take courage and inspiration from the man himself, who will no doubt be the very embodiment of tough-skinned dignity as he stands there proudly :-)
He will win something soon I think
He’s very focused. I’m not sure if it will be dignity or ‘fuck you’ but I can live with it either way. I was devastated at the 2007 TDF announcement, but I believe in second chances. Our whole justice system is predicated on it.
He’ll stare them down Lou, I’m sure of it. And he may be brash, and his taste in jerseys is questionable, but I admire his chutzpah ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Keeping the faith worked Lou! Break out the snow leopard stoles ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
YES! Now this has made my Monday morning :-).
It has been coming for a while. He has had reasonable form, it was last race of the season for him – I suspect that he was determined to bring it for Kazakhstan, and his small elite group of well-wishers ;-). Oh go you good thing!
Vino's supporters are now in classes?
“and his small elite group of well-wishers”
What about the rest of his well-wishers? How are they classified? ;-)
Cyclovia: Bogota www.streetfilms.org/archives/ciclovia/
I'm not sure there are enough of us...
… to have a class system going on ;-)
At last count, there were four Vino supporters around these parts… I was classifying all of us as a ‘small, elite group’
Snow leopard stoles and face art are a bit elitist though
or is that just ‘trashy’? I’d hate to think anyone would think we had no taste ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Make that 5
He’s a punk, but a very entertaining punk. And I know few people who will turn themselves inside out on a bike like he will in a fit of attacking fury
by Douglas Ansel on Oct 19, 2009 8:22 AM EDT up reply actions
Well said ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
It's the 'V' man isn't it? I can do that ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Cheer up, Revolution is near
Season 7 will begin on Saturday 14th November with the other event dates 5th December, 16th January and 27th February
Mmm can't wait for some cobbled climbs...well there is Koppenbergcross which is a beast itself
but I can’t wait til early spring
Waaaaaaaah! Right, tears out of the way...let's look forward.
6 Day season! Dingalingaling…need I say more? We’ll be standing up for the champions before you can say ‘fat derny driver’.
Cross! Mud and excitment galore. Me, I like mud. And I like bikes.
Curacao! Dolphins, swimwear analysis, HOURS of discussion ahead for us girls…er, and the boys can join in if they like.
Once all that is over, we will run various important threads to do with hair and clothes. Majope also suggested a cyclist body adornment thread. This was deemed to be a Good Idea. It’ll be OHN before you know it ;-)
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
Ohh the body adornment thread.... Hmmmm Cannot wait for that one...
Wh
"the rest was over 30. And that doesn't mean old and useless, but experienced and with the stamina"
Jens! Voigt, Crit Intl Interview, 2009
right now all of us have faces of pain
seeing that cruel clock,
we all should have our faces added to Fred Marx’s “faces of pain” post !
Crocodile trophy
coming up soon.
Oh, come now, any port in a storm!
Gotto love adam hansen
Had a bummer of a year, broken collorbone, then getting sick and just recovering.. Can’t wait to see him back next year!!
"the rest was over 30. And that doesn't mean old and useless, but experienced and with the stamina"
Jens! Voigt, Crit Intl Interview, 2009
I'm amazed Chirs hasn't posted any "early' Het Newbladder previews yet today
maybe still mourning over the loss of Roma to AC Milan.
Dammit Elk! I don't care if it's your mating season, you are disturbing my peaceful sleep! Just STFU!
uh huh
Let’s see you do this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLrxVPlZLMg&feature=rec-HM-r2
ABRUZZIAM...uh oh
by Chris Fontecchio on Oct 19, 2009 1:59 AM EDT up reply actions
YES! It's spring here :-)
And the weather is finally catching on, too…
Bah!
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
Wait. Wait... there will be training camp news in December
Think of it as methadone to hold you over until the real stuff arrives !
I waited a half an hour to give my two toddlers breakfast until I had my Eneco tour coverage sorted, then made sure I got them fed before the sprint. --- Bought With Blood. ..... Hmmm, my kinda people. If only they could explain to my wife why my bike belongs in the house and not the garage. --- Thevaro
And hopefully some more pictures of Liquigas cavorting around in the snow.
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
Hey, Albertina.
Here’s an idea – Why not start sifting through the years hottitude threads and pick out the best photos and create a calender. You really should start soon though because you can’t have Mr. January picked out too soon.
Cyclovia: Bogota www.streetfilms.org/archives/ciclovia/
Oh now that could pass the time rather nicely!
A PdC endorsed hottitude calendar edited by me….right, so, January Benna, February Tommeke, March Capecchi, April Intxausti, May Igor Anton, June Nicolas Portal, July Deignan, August Niels Albert, September Basso, October Quinziato, November Tony rear view, December Kristian House. Is that ok with everyone? ;-)
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
No, but never mind... it's your calendar ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Oh. Well, be like that! ;-)
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
Little bald men... well Tom's a big bald man... and we don't get to see Tony's eyes.
And whilst I prefer brown eyes, there’s a certain lack of diversity ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Actually, they do all have brown eyes, I think! There are a couple I'm not too sure about...
Is it ok if Tom has his hat on? I’d say ‘bald’ is a little premature though ;)
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
I'd say his hairline is premature...he's balding
Your calendar needs variety if it’s to sell, but if it’s just for your wall then you’re okay. We women over thirty might like guys like George and Cyril included ;)
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
Cyril meets with my approval :-)
It’s a shame a year doesn’t have more months in really….
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
Or you could try to work out who the predominate hotties will be for that month.
Who’ going to be in the spot light in March, April and May is for Italians etc..
Cyclovia: Bogota www.streetfilms.org/archives/ciclovia/
Hmm, yes, I like this idea...
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
Majope has a new thread up..
This stuff could move there I suspect.
"How strange it was to see men doing something beautiful. Something pointless and elegant." Tim Winton, 'Breath'
So I have. Shame on me.
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
The calendar counter is broken
the days only reduce once every 24 hours ….. this will take forever
Moo
Impossible
That clock program was written by Swiss software developers and we all know that the Swiss make the worlds most accurate timepieces.
Crap. That counter...
Marks the number of days I have to ride through the crap weather and snow til collegiate race season starts. That’s a lot of days.
Talking about what's coming up next...
I’m going to the Koksijde WC Cross…hahahahahahaha! I’m so excited!
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
I'm so jealous
Can you take pictures again?
I mean uh... hasn't that ever occurred to you, man? Sir?
Of course :-)
I’m soooo excited!
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
Jealous?
where else in the world would you have one person saying “I’m taking a short break. In November. In Belgium.” and others would think “Lucky you. Bet it even rains, too.”
Haha.
I’m only going for the day…this means getting up at about 4am. Oh well, I’ll cope. The hardships we endure ;-)
"If I were World Road Race Champion, I would wear black shorts. That probably has more to do with me being on the wiser side of 30 and understanding better that the decisions I make now never really go away. White shorts would not be something I'd be proud of...." - David Millar, in Rouleur.
That's bad manners posting it now.
You could’ve waited until after the next batch of Rider and Dolphin pictures to depress people.
"As you can imagine, there are better places to have your birthday party than in some village called Mushny Mush Mishme." --The Wisdom of Jens
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