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Post by Paddy on Jul 16, 2013 17:20:31 GMT 1
Cheatador at his best today ;-).
A scare for froome but a very good break and solo win. Maybe stage of the year so far
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Post by raliverpool on Jul 16, 2013 17:45:31 GMT 1
Cheatador at his best today ;-). A scare for froome but a very good break and solo win. Maybe stage of the year so far It was very entertaining to watch. Richie Porte was very impressive again supporting Froome. Roll on tomorrow's time trial; and then the Alps.....
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Post by Panda on Jul 18, 2013 13:05:33 GMT 1
Today's stage looks plain scary...
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Post by Shireblogger on Jul 18, 2013 23:02:27 GMT 1
Looks like Froome survived, thanks to the enigma that is Richie Porte. Well done to both. Froome should be safe now - the worst is over. Friday's stage could be entertaining, as Quintana and Rodriguez challenge Contador for 2nd & 3rd.
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Post by Paddy on Jul 19, 2013 8:36:22 GMT 1
Valverde did very well to make a minute and half in last km and half.
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Post by o on Jul 19, 2013 12:31:52 GMT 1
I now it's the rules, but does anyone else think it odd that in a sport where you are cycling over a 100k each day in soaring temps, they limit the drinks and extras you can have in the final few kilometres, almost as if they want someone to die?
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Post by Paddy on Jul 19, 2013 12:38:20 GMT 1
No. It makes sense. The riders should have got all the provisions they need. It makes it less dangerous too.
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Post by Panda on Jul 19, 2013 13:07:18 GMT 1
I now it's the rules, but does anyone else think it odd that in a sport where you are cycling over a 100k each day in soaring temps, they limit the drinks and extras you can have in the final few kilometres, almost as if they want someone to die? I see where you're coming from, but as Paddy hinted, the rule is actually in place for safety reasons. The last few kilometres of each stage are often the most dangerous and you can't have everyone dropping back to the team car for food when the riders are getting in position for a bunch sprint. What happened with Froome yesterday was the Team Sky car broke down during the stage and was unable to reach the riders ahead of the final climb, meaning they were unable to take on the rest of their food. Once it caught up, they were past the point where they weren't supposed to take on more food. Because no other riders were affected by the move, Froome and Porte were given the minimum penalty of 20 seconds. It was a technical infringement, rather than one of trying to gain a performance advantage. Speaking of gaining an advantage, there's been much speculation about Cheatador disappearing to the back of the field to change his bike, shortly after a message was issued saying random weight checks were going to be carried out at the end of the stage...
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Post by o on Jul 19, 2013 13:22:39 GMT 1
Fair enough, but if their car broke down and they couldn't take on drinks, it only seems fair to let them get some later in the race? As for it being crowded at the end of the race, some of the crowds on the ascents have been massive, it's a real wonder more riders are not knocked off their bikes by flags, people taking pictures, running alongside etc.
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Post by Panda on Jul 19, 2013 14:43:14 GMT 1
It does get a bit close for comfort when the spectators are all over the road but given the speed they're doing, it's still less dangerous than having 190 riders speeding through the outskirts of a city at 60km/h.
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Post by Panda on Jul 21, 2013 23:57:56 GMT 1
Spectacular finish in the evening in Paris. I think they arrived in Paris earlier than the organisers were expecting
Kittel looks like he'll be a force to be reckoned with for years to come and Cavendish will maybe have to rethink his tactics a bit now there's someone who can match his power.
Good speech by Froome on the podium, finishing with the words "This is one yellow jersey that will stand the test of time."
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Post by Shireblogger on Jul 22, 2013 7:34:26 GMT 1
Froome handled the pressure and speculation throughout the tour extremely well. Always patient, erudite and straightforward. (And therefore, quite a contrast to Sir Bradley). When he retires, the Tour would do well to hire him as an ambassador.
Congratulations to Froome, to Sky and all of their riders, and to Lord Dave of Brailsford, for taking cycling to a new level of professionalism and maturity.
And also, a note of appreciation to ITV, whose coverage of the Tour is excellent, combining the beauty of the event, the sporting excitement, and the post-race analysis in a near-perfect blend.
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Post by Elmer on Jul 22, 2013 20:08:51 GMT 1
I still like Carlton Kirby on Eurosport. Very passionate about the sport and always has very interesting anecdotes about the sport. Sean Kelly is a little bit dull though.
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Post by Paddy on Jul 22, 2013 20:16:00 GMT 1
I am so glad Froome won. Very much deserves it, for being supporter last year and outright best this year. Nairo will be challenging next year!
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Post by raliverpool on Jul 22, 2013 21:27:38 GMT 1
Froome Froome Shake Shake the Room. Tick Tick Tick Boommmm.
Delighted for the Froomedogg.
Sure he lacks the charisma or back story of Bradley Wiggins. But hopefully he can become the UK's first multiple TDF winner.
Once again well done to ITV4's coverage of the cycling. It is as good as you could realistically wish for in terms of knowledge; enthusiasm and information.
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Post by Shireblogger on Jul 22, 2013 21:50:17 GMT 1
It's been said a few times already on tv and in the papers, but the guy that designs the Tour put together a great route this year. Definitely worthy of being the 100th edition.
Looking forward to Yorkshire next year.
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Post by Panda on Jul 22, 2013 22:15:50 GMT 1
I am so glad Froome won. Very much deserves it, for being supporter last year and outright best this year. Nairo will be challenging next year! As I've previously said, Quintana's a future winner for sure, but don't forget about Nibali, whose main focus next year will surely be Le Tour.
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Post by Elmer on Jul 22, 2013 22:36:33 GMT 1
I'm massively impressed with Quintana. Maybe a couple of years before he's on a par with Froome, especially with his time trialling but a mountain heavy tour could see him win very soon.
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Post by Panda on Aug 1, 2013 14:07:32 GMT 1
Some great news for Mark Cavendish today - Omega Pharma Quickstep have signed his old HTC lead-out man Mark Renshaw...
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