Transfers 2016 : Rumours and fact
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[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19683110#p19683110]disgruntledgoat[/url] wrote:Ryan Mullen to Garmin for 2 years.
along with Patrick Bevin and Michael Woods.
Definitely seems to be something of an old-time Garmin feel to the riders they're signing this year.
Apart from the fact they're not ex-dopers (or active, in Danielson's case)
They also possess the attraction of coming cheap. And that's a real consideration for Vaughters, given the finances0 -
^ Wow. Jeff mark II. Uncanny.It's a little like wrestling a gorilla. You don't quit when you're tired. You quit when the gorilla is tired.0
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Team Cult Energy (Denmark) are to merge with Team Stölting (Germany)0
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Cav and Wiggo have been ever so chummy of late. Maybe a side move to Team Wiggins and concentrate on the track, retire quietly then make a move to get in on the team sponsorship? Team Wiggins Cavndsh (I think that's how he spells it). Whatever Cav does within the next 5 years, you can be sure it is geared around making as much money as he can for a secure future. I like his grumpy approach and his attitude in interviews, but he does seem greedy to me.Cube Attain SL Disc
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On a slightly related note, Julien Bernard is currently doing the USA Pro Challenge as a stagiare with Trek. He's the son of the evanescent Jean-François so it will be interesting to see what genes he's inherited.
and very well he is riding as well.
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I think Crampeur's casual-as-you-like deployment of the word 'evanescent' should not pass unmarked0
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[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19683941#p19683941]Richmond Racer 2[/url] wrote:I think Crampeur's casual-as-you-like deployment of the word 'evanescent' should not pass unmarked
Enjoyed that too. No surprise that he's a Cadel admirer....a rare 100% loyal Pro Race poster. A poster boy for the community.0 -
IT'S OFFICIAL!
Patrick Lefevre just congratulated Peta Cavendish on Instagram, so Mark MUST be staying next year0 -
Cav and Wiggo have been ever so chummy of late. Maybe a side move to Team Wiggins and concentrate on the track, retire quietly then make a move to get in on the team sponsorship? Team Wiggins Cavndsh (I think that's how he spells it). Whatever Cav does within the next 5 years, you can be sure it is geared around making as much money as he can for a secure future. I like his grumpy approach and his attitude in interviews, but he does seem greedy to me.
If by 'greedy' you mean 'naturally wants to secure the best possible income for himself and his family' then I would agree. That's what I suspect most of us do every working day of the week.0 -
[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19683977#p19683977]TakeTheHighRoad[/url] wrote:IT'S OFFICIAL!
Patrick Lefevre just congratulated Peta Cavendish on Instagram, so Mark MUST be staying next year
On the 2nd photo she posted. He's slipping.0 -
He's 30 - almost exactly the same age as Froome (born on consecutive days). Why would he go and ride for a Continental team? It would be like Gareth Bale signing for Cardiff City.Cav and Wiggo have been ever so chummy of late. Maybe a side move to Team Wiggins and concentrate on the track, retire quietly then make a move to get in on the team sponsorship? Team Wiggins Cavndsh (I think that's how he spells it). Whatever Cav does within the next 5 years, you can be sure it is geared around making as much money as he can for a secure future. I like his grumpy approach and his attitude in interviews, but he does seem greedy to me.Twitter: @RichN950 -
He's 30 - almost exactly the same age as Froome (born on consecutive days). Why would he go and ride for a Continental team? It would be like Gareth Bale signing for Cardiff City.Cav and Wiggo have been ever so chummy of late. Maybe a side move to Team Wiggins and concentrate on the track, retire quietly then make a move to get in on the team sponsorship? Team Wiggins Cavndsh (I think that's how he spells it). Whatever Cav does within the next 5 years, you can be sure it is geared around making as much money as he can for a secure future. I like his grumpy approach and his attitude in interviews, but he does seem greedy to me.
This."In many ways, my story was that of a raging, Christ-like figure who hauled himself off the cross, looked up at the Romans with blood in his eyes and said 'My turn, sock cookers'"
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Cyclist emerges from reversing hoover (3)...a rare 100% loyal Pro Race poster. A poster boy for the community.0
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[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19684076#p19684076]The Loyal Lieutenant[/url] wrote:Cav and Wiggo have been ever so chummy of late. Maybe a side move to Team Wiggins and concentrate on the track, retire quietly then make a move to get in on the team sponsorship? Team Wiggins Cavndsh (I think that's how he spells it). Whatever Cav does within the next 5 years, you can be sure it is geared around making as much money as he can for a secure future. I like his grumpy approach and his attitude in interviews, but he does seem greedy to me.
If by 'greedy' you mean 'naturally wants to secure the best possible income for himself and his family' then I would agree. That's what I suspect most of us do every working day of the week.
By greedy I mean he money would make his mind up with all racing decisions, rather than do what is best for him. He has already secured his future, and he is already a very rich manCube Attain SL Disc
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[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19684099#p19684099]disgruntledgoat[/url] wrote:
He's 30 - almost exactly the same age as Froome (born on consecutive days). Why would he go and ride for a Continental team? It would be like Gareth Bale signing for Cardiff City.Cav and Wiggo have been ever so chummy of late. Maybe a side move to Team Wiggins and concentrate on the track, retire quietly then make a move to get in on the team sponsorship? Team Wiggins Cavndsh (I think that's how he spells it). Whatever Cav does within the next 5 years, you can be sure it is geared around making as much money as he can for a secure future. I like his grumpy approach and his attitude in interviews, but he does seem greedy to me.
This.
His lead out train sprint finish doesn't work anymore when he is up against other decent trains. Sprint on sprint, he doesn't have an edge over other sprinters anymore. The more sprints he loses, the more he will look for an excuse, or a way out. I like cav, but hes not as strong as Kittel when it comes to a sprint. And he knows itCube Attain SL Disc
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[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19684076#p19684076]The Loyal Lieutenant[/url] wrote:Cav and Wiggo have been ever so chummy of late. Maybe a side move to Team Wiggins and concentrate on the track, retire quietly then make a move to get in on the team sponsorship? Team Wiggins Cavndsh (I think that's how he spells it). Whatever Cav does within the next 5 years, you can be sure it is geared around making as much money as he can for a secure future. I like his grumpy approach and his attitude in interviews, but he does seem greedy to me.
If by 'greedy' you mean 'naturally wants to secure the best possible income for himself and his family' then I would agree. That's what I suspect most of us do every working day of the week.
By greedy I mean he money would make his mind up with all racing decisions, rather than do what is best for him. He has already secured his future, and he is already a very rich man
I would suggest that Cavendish is in a rather better position to decide 'what is best for him' than a poster on a forum.0 -
He's 30 - almost exactly the same age as Froome (born on consecutive days). Why would he go and ride for a Continental team? It would be like Gareth Bale signing for Cardiff City.Cav and Wiggo have been ever so chummy of late. Maybe a side move to Team Wiggins and concentrate on the track, retire quietly then make a move to get in on the team sponsorship? Team Wiggins Cavndsh (I think that's how he spells it). Whatever Cav does within the next 5 years, you can be sure it is geared around making as much money as he can for a secure future. I like his grumpy approach and his attitude in interviews, but he does seem greedy to me.
But what if Bale decided "sod it, i'm loaded i'm gonne go play for my home town club"? Could easily be "sod it, i'm loaded and i want an olympic medal""Unfortunately these days a lot of people don’t understand the real quality of a bike" Ernesto Colnago0 -
[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19683977#p19683977]TakeTheHighRoad[/url] wrote:IT'S OFFICIAL!
Patrick Lefevre just congratulated Peta Cavendish on Instagram, so Mark MUST be staying next year
I think that's because he just had another kid.0 -
I think Cav voluntarily offered a reduced salary deal to EQS because he didnt feel he'd delivered enough, so hardly the work of an overly greedy man. Making a comparison as things stand with Kittel? Thats pretty funny
I'd say hes got a few years left at WT level, and a salary to match is a natural requirement.2020/2021/2022 Metric Century Challenge Winner0 -
Apparently Carlos Betancur had been sacked. I think he was out of contract at the end of the year any way.
Shame, really is, but it's totally his fault. He has deprived the fans of enjoyment.
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Apparently Carlos Betancur had been sacked. I think he was out of contract at the end of the year any way.
The chap has issues
I suspect he'll go back to Colombia rather than stay in Europe0 -
[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19684627#p19684627]Richmond Racer 2[/url] wrote:Apparently Carlos Betancur had been sacked. I think he was out of contract at the end of the year any way.
The chap has issues
I suspect he'll go back to Colombia rather than stay in Europe
Wanting to live life like a normal human being whilst being possessed of a supreme cardiovascular system. It surprises me we don't see this more often!"In many ways, my story was that of a raging, Christ-like figure who hauled himself off the cross, looked up at the Romans with blood in his eyes and said 'My turn, sock cookers'"
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Apparently Carlos Betancur had been sacked. I think he was out of contract at the end of the year any way.
Pretty sure he was under contract for next year too.
Anyway, sad but inevitable.Team My Man 2018: David gaudu, Pierre Latour, Romain Bardet, Thibaut pinot, Alexandre Geniez, Florian Senechal, Warren Barguil, Benoit Cosnefroy0 -
Quintana manages it perfectly fine.Contador is the Greatest0
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[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19684629#p19684629]disgruntledgoat[/url] wrote:[url=http://www.bikeradar.com/forums/viewtopic.php?p=19684627#p19684627]Richmond Racer 2[/url] wrote:Apparently Carlos Betancur had been sacked. I think he was out of contract at the end of the year any way.
The chap has issues
I suspect he'll go back to Colombia rather than stay in Europe
Wanting to live life like a normal human being whilst being possessed of a supreme cardiovascular system. It surprises me we don't see this more often!
Nah, its a bit more complex than that with him, I believe.
Oh well, suspect we'll be doing a 'do you remember that Colombian guy' in years to come
I hope that if he does return to ride in Colombia, he doesn't get caught up in the cr'p going on in the domestic scene there0 -
I would suggest that Cavendish is in a rather better position to decide 'what is best for him' than a poster on a forum.
Oh, I thought he would read my posted comments and take them on board. Thanks for clearing that up, fellow poster on a forum.Cube Attain SL Disc
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Apparently Carlos Betancur had been sacked. I think he was out of contract at the end of the year any way.
Pretty sure he was under contract for next year too.
Anyway, sad but inevitable.
Although AG2r can properly splash the cash now that their catering budget for the next 18 months has been cut in half...Team My Man 2018: David gaudu, Pierre Latour, Romain Bardet, Thibaut pinot, Alexandre Geniez, Florian Senechal, Warren Barguil, Benoit Cosnefroy0 -
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Wow, me neither, interesting move. I guess Dan freed up quite a bit of cash.Contador is the Greatest0
