http://www.podiumcafe.com/story/2007/7/6/12836/67908
according to this link the rumor of the announcement was unfounded
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http://www.podiumcafe.com/story/2007/7/6/12836/67908
according to this link the rumor of the announcement was unfounded
Here's Lance's prediction- BikeRadar.com: Landis gets Lance's backing. In a nutshell:
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"I think conventional wisdom is that he will lose, because USADA has never lost a case," said Armstrong, the guest speaker at an Aspen Ideas Festival health forum discussion on Tuesday.
"The arbitrators don't ever rule for the athletes. Quite frankly the system is set up against the athletes. ... Unfortunately for him, I don't think he did it. That's always been my position and still is today, but I'm not sure that's he going to get a fair shake in this trial."
Thanks for that link, Kali... Lance came out straight away in support last year. I have always found that interesting as he hasn't supported other riders who stood accused (like Hamilton, for example - Lance never said a word)
I was disappointed when watching the prologue that there was no "number 1" jersey this year... not because Floyd wasn't riding, but because they still hadn't reached a *!!(^***%# verdict!!!
So ANY idea - for real?? Any idea at all??? Maybe after the Tour so as not to "discolour" and distract from it...?
Floyd had this to say about an appeal (from Cyclingnews.com: Landis continues book tour through American Midwest)-
From the way he races to the way he's fighting this issue, Floyd is one determined dude.Quote:
Of course, people wanted to know when the decision was going to come down, and if it is against him, if he will appeal. "My lawyers have not heard anything," he said. "There is no real timeline except for a ten day minimum after the hearing closes. It depends on what the ruling says. I really believe there is very little chance I would not appeal it. I don't know what they could possibly write that would convict me. But if they say 'we just don't like the guy', then it is going to be hard to appeal that!"
"I hope it is soon, but I also hope it doesn't take away from the guys who are racing this year. They deserve more credit than they are getting."
I value my reputation as a honest, descent, caring person. And I would fervently defend my reputation. I wouldn't expect anything less from him unless he is guilty.Quote:
Originally Posted by Kalidurga
my 2cents.
smilingcat
just finished floyd's book today. after reading some previous threads I was leaning towards "science doesnt lie," especially in regard to the carbon isotope ratio test. but now I am CONVINCED he is innocent. i would love to go to a book signing, that would be so cool! maybe he'll show up at el Tour de Tucson again this year!
I guess now they're waiting for the tour to finish...
I was at his book signing tonight in Seattle. He is probably one of the most straight forward people I have ever talked to.
Ditto for me!!! Although I did go to the book signing and I am so glad that I did. Before reading the I kinda figured that he was innocent but you know when you really just want something to be true. Well, after reading the book I am also convinced. There is just too much info in there and I have not heard anyone coming out and saying any of it is not true.Quote:
Originally Posted by PinkBike
I think Congress should do a thorough investication of USADA before giving them one more red cent, which is also our tax payers dollars.
~ JoAnn
well...it doesn't.Quote:
Originally Posted by PinkBike
but you can say that it does if you have people not following the prescribed scientific processes and procedures. especially with those crazy tests these labs have to perform - there's an exact way the machines need to be calibrated, an exact way to follow each step, etc. if these are not followed correctly (and they can't exactly prove their inaccuracy) then who looks like the bad guy?? :rolleyes:
i feel for Floyd. i hope the USADA doesn't follow suit the way they've always done and never let the athlete win. i hope they can stop being full of themselves or playing with politics and use the justice system for what it's made for.....