This guy is as funny as the Schmaltz guy - he has a blog, which is great reading. Anyway, he's now reporting on the call for a "do over" of the Tour:
http://www.cyclingnews.com/road/2006...fatcyclistnews
Great reading!
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07-17-2006, 07:49 AM #1
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TdF - Fat Cyclist article
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07-17-2006, 07:57 AM #2
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I wonder if The Onion knows about him. He could steal their thunder.
And, I agree, this Tour is a zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz. When I realized we'll be travelling during the last days I didn't even flinch. Perhaps the organizers will realize that a few real mountains and a TTT would be in order next year?Frends know gud humors when dey is hear it. ~ Da Crockydiles of ZZE.
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07-17-2006, 07:58 AM #3
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Well, I will say the next 3 days are going to be AMAZING. (I hope).
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07-17-2006, 08:20 AM #4
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That was hilarious.
But I have to say, I am thoroughly enjoying this years TdF. So many unknowns and odd mishaps ... it's been so bizarre. Sure, not the best cycling I 've ever seen (GEORGE, what happened?) but that has in no way detracted from the entertainment factor.
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07-17-2006, 02:06 PM #5
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That was pretty funny, especially the Hincapie and Mayo parts.
I've enjoyed this year's TDF - it is nice to see more than one or two riders with a chance to win and the race be wide open. It sure is more enjoyable, for me anyway, when it is still a race and not just a parade to Paris...
I'm soooo looking forward to tomorrow's Alpe D'huez stage - the alarm clock is set for 6:30 and I can't wait.
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07-17-2006, 02:13 PM #6
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I'm just so tired of the flat stages. As a spectator the mountains are much more fun to watch.
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07-17-2006, 02:18 PM #7
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Hee hee. That made me laugh. A cycling mulligan. Classic.
Call me crazy, but I've enjoyed the jockeying for leader this year. It's kinda been a known fact who would win the last few years, and this year it's interesting to see that maillot jaune turn hands over and over. It's all up in the air. I like to see the broadcasters srambling each day to predict who'll win a stage, and trying to guess who will be on top at the end of the day.
I agree- where did George go? They barely even mention his name anymore (it's like Team Discovery is lost without a clear leader). Sad. I gotta love Floyd tho- but you never know who's going to ride into Paris in yellow on Sunday. I love all the unknowns this year.
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