Dave Z in ARGYLE!!!!

**Kalidurga** · 07-31-2007, 11:44 AM

Originally Posted by PinkBike

if you follow NJBikeGal's link in cycling news further down you will see two instances where alberto contador is again linked to operation puerto. say it isnt so . . . .

Heeeeyyyy, don't be raining on Dave Z's parade here!!

I just hope Tenacious Z gets that knee problem sorted out. Hopefully, Slipstream will let him use his custom-made shoes (with argyle covers, of course).

**amymisk** · 07-31-2007, 02:05 PM

I will be watching slipstream with much excitement. I heard rumors about George Hincapie going to there too.

As for Discovery, I heard a rumor that Hewlett Packert/Oracle will be the main sponsors next year. We'll see. I can imagine many sponsors pulling out since it costs upward about 10 million to run a team and that is a lot of money to be spending when looking at doping scandals.

**Aggie_Ama** · 07-31-2007, 03:02 PM

They also said they signed a recent winner of the Paris-Roubaix but haven't released the name. Anyone want to bet who it is? Looks like O'Grady and Cancellara have contracts with CSC through 2008. I don't think Boonen would leave a Belgian team.

**Fredwina** · 07-31-2007, 03:30 PM

Originally Posted by Aggie_Ama

They also said they signed a recent winner of the Paris-Roubaix but haven't released the name. Anyone want to bet who it is? Looks like O'Grady and Cancellara have contracts with CSC through 2008. I don't think Boonen would leave a Belgian team.

Rumor has it to be Magnus Backstedt from Liqiugas. The only other active P-R winner is Peter Van Petegem (I think he's with Quikstep)

**Kalidurga** · 07-31-2007, 04:29 PM

Originally Posted by amymisk

I will be watching slipstream with much excitement. I heard rumors about George Hincapie going to there too.

Interesting. All the rumors I've seen about Hincapie indicate that he may go to T-Mobile. Personally, I think that'd be a big mistake on George's part, what with all their issues this year.

**7rider** · 07-31-2007, 04:42 PM

Originally Posted by Kalidurga

Interesting. All the rumors I've seen about Hincapie indicate that he may go to T-Mobile. Personally, I think that'd be a big mistake on George's part, what with all their issues this year.

Good grief, KD - you are seriously plugged into the rumor mill!!!

You must have reported on a half dozen "rumors" in this thread alone!

BTW - isn't T-Mobile also pullling their title sponorship??

**Kalidurga** · 07-31-2007, 05:26 PM

Originally Posted by Regina

Good grief, KD - you are seriously plugged into the rumor mill!!!

You must have reported on a half dozen "rumors" in this thread alone!

Bah. So I was a little addicted to cycling news during the Tour... That's acceptable isn't it?

And I only mentioned following two rumors in this thread. And, come to think of it, I think I read them both in the same article a week or so ago. So there

**Lifesgreat** · 07-31-2007, 05:47 PM

Here is a quote from Velonews for all you argyle fans:

And yes, the team will return in its argyle kits in 2008 - a design Vaughters takes full responsibility for.

"My sister has a great saying about the argyle kits," Millar said. "‘Fantastic concept, horrific realization.'

**KnottedYet** · 07-31-2007, 09:08 PM

Go Argyle!

Freds without meds!

(that would be "Freds" in the positive sense!)

**Velobambina** · 08-01-2007, 12:59 AM

I believe Chris Horner is another one who is going to sign w/Slipstream.

**Kalidurga** · 08-01-2007, 04:14 AM

Originally Posted by KnottedYet

Go Argyle!

Freds without meds!

(that would be "Freds" in the positive sense!)

Great slogan! The Argyle Guys will make it cool to be nerdy (though they've got some of the hottest bikes goin')

**amymisk** · 08-01-2007, 06:33 AM

That is a nice bike.

I guess we will have to wait until Sept 1 to find out the truth. That is when the riders can announce a change in contract.

**Kalidurga** · 08-04-2007, 08:57 AM

Originally Posted by amymisk

I guess we will have to wait until Sept 1 to find out the truth. That is when the riders can announce a change in contract.

Seems no one is really waiting until Sept 1 to discuss it. From DZ's own mouth: deseretnews.com- Zabriskie leaving CSC for Slipstream Sports squad.

Dave Zabriskie rode into the 2007 Tour de France knowing he was a soon-to-be free agent in the world of professional cycling. He also knew his sport was facing a crisis because of repeated scandals over doping and cheating.
The Salt Lake City cyclist appears to have addressed both of those professional concerns by agreeing to a two-year contract with Slipstream Sports. He'll join his new team after the conclusion of the current racing season.
"Some people are trying to tell me it's a step down," Zabriskie, who has returned to Salt Lake City to rehab an injured left knee, told the Deseret Morning News on Tuesday. "But I think it's a step in the right direction."

The article also includes an update on DZ seeking treatment for his knee problems. Links to more: Slipstream Sports- In the news.

Next year, I may just become a Chipotle-eatin', argyle-wearin' fool

(No smart comments, Regina...)

**Sheesh** · 08-04-2007, 09:03 AM

This the first year that I've actually watched part of the Tour, so most of you what you're saying is above my head. But, my ears perked up when I heard Chipotle! I LOVE Chipotle and will definitely support any team with their name on it.

Maybe by this time next year, I'll actually be able to follow most Tour conversations.

**KnottedYet** · 08-04-2007, 09:06 AM

Ooooh, I'm so excited about this whole thing!

(a team I can support whole-heartedly! Hot doggies! Uh... I mean "hot Chipotle burritos!")

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