Confessions of a Former Fanboy
There was a picture that fascinated me at my shop back early last decade. It was of the owner, a few other Trek dealers, and the man himself—disgraced cyclist Lance Armstrong. The group portrait itself wasn’t what was fascinating. What continuously captured my attention was Armstrong’s stance and facial expression. The Trek dealers were stoked […]
Newstalk Interview with Greg LeMond
“Who’s LeBalleur? This ****ing guy.” Had to wait to post this until I’d actually listened to it, so I’m a little behind (big ****ing surprise, right?). Having done some business with as well as meeting Greg, I won’t lie that I definitely cringed when he made his “statement” regarding Ferrari and Lance. Having the utmost […]
Tour in Microdose: Rest Day Reflux (Late Late Edition)
Tour rest days are typically absolutely ****ing nuts. This one did not disappoint.
Rest Day Reflux (Extended Remix) – TDF 2009
Disclaimer of laziness I’ve been writing this post very slowly. Unfortunately the Tour doesn’t stop for my inability to finish a task. So this covers several days in a non-coherent, semi-babbling style. Enjoy. Life before sport I won’t lie, I got caught up in Stage 14 race drama like everyone else, but you have to […]
Rest Day Regurgitation – TDF 2009
El Pistolero v The Boss “You know you done ****ed up, don’t you? You know it, don’t you? You know you done ***ed up.” – Detective in Menace II Society. I always think in movie quotes. Whether or not the scene parallels what I’m talking/writing about doesn’t matter – the words ring true. Contador ****ed […]