Worlds spoiler

[David Kirk]

I didn't win. Sorry to disappoint.

Dave

[Bill Bove]

Is it really a spoiler if there is no delayed television coverage? Is there delayed T.V. that I'm not aware of? OLN isn't advertising anything about it.

[BarryG]

cycling.tv provided free live coverage to everyone outside the U.S. - I was hoping that meant somebody else bought U.S. coverage rights, but maybe not. :crap:

[John H.]

What will his 2007 jersey look like? World/Italian/Olympic champ!!!

[erty65]

What will his 2007 jersey look like? World/Italian/Olympic champ!!!

world of course, there`s no olympic.

[John H.]

Officially there is no Olympic champ jersey, but if you remember- Pascal Richard came up with his own.

[stevep]

Officially there is no Olympic champ jersey, but if you remember- Pascal Richard came up with his own.

i think olympic champs are entitled to put the olympic rings on their jerseys for the duration of their careers if they so choose.
like wc stripes..if they so choose.

[atmo]

i think olympic champs are entitled to put the olympic rings on their jerseys for the duration of their careers if they so choose.
like wc stripes..if they so choose.
mark spitz had no jersey.
so where do the olympic rings go?
discuss.

[Ginger]

fluffer.

[Grant McLean]

i think olympic champs are entitled to put the olympic rings on their jerseys for the duration of their careers if they so choose.
like wc stripes..if they so choose.

Also, there's that gold crap all over Bettini's bike, shoes, and helmet...


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[atmo]

Also, there's that gold crap all over Bettini's bike, shoes, and helmet...


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all he needs is the gold's horseradish
and he'll be ready for company atmo.

[Grant McLean]

all he needs is the gold's horseradish
and he'll be ready for company atmo.

I wonder if he's eaten the chocolate out of that medal yet?

http://www.thenuthouse.info/gold%20coins.JPG

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[classic1]

There used to be an Olympic jersey. I've seen pics from years ago of riders being presented with an Olympic ring jersey. (EDIT) I'm sure even as late as 88 (soeul) or 92 (barcelona), though will stand corrected if my memory is wrong.

[atmo]

There used to be an Olympic jersey. I've seen pics from years ago of riders being presented with an Olympic ring jersey. Even as late as 92 (barcelona) if you can find some podium pics.
how telling -
casartelli got the last one atmo.

[classic1]

how telling -
casartelli got the last one atmo.

RIP Fabio.

[J.Greene]

i think olympic champs are entitled to put the olympic rings on their jerseys for the duration of their careers if they so choose.
like wc stripes..if they so choose.

some small clarification...WC stripes can only be worn in the discipline in which they are won. TT winners can't wear them on RR jerseys, u23's can't wear them on elite jerseys etc..Last winter I did see Kent Bostick though wearing his in a criterium even though I think he won the stripes on the track.

JG

[yeehawfactor]

http://www.feltet.dk/michaelrasmussen/e107_images/michael-rasmussen.jpg

[Fat Robert]

clarification of the clarification

rainbow jerseys can only be work in that discipline

rainbow stripes on the cuffs and collar can be worn as much as one wants, apparently...is there any time limit on how long a former world champ can continue to sport the stripes on collar and cuffs?

always wondered why LA opted for plain postal jerseys for a good while...no rainbow trim....

[classic1]

clarification of the clarification

rainbow jerseys can only be work in that discipline

rainbow stripes on the cuffs and collar can be worn as much as one wants, apparently...is there any time limit on how long a former world champ can continue to sport the stripes on collar and cuffs?



Nah. Used to be the case but AFAIK they changed it. Has to be in the discipline it was won in.

Apparently too many Australians in the peloton with rainbow bands on the sleeves or something. ;) All those team pursuiters now only get to carry the bands three times per year. That's why McGee, O'Grady, Lancaster, Brown, and about 10 others don't have the bands on the road anymore.

[J.Greene]

2 years ago the UCI changed the rules. stripes only in the event won.

JG

clarification of the clarification

rainbow jerseys can only be work in that discipline

rainbow stripes on the cuffs and collar can be worn as much as one wants, apparently...is there any time limit on how long a former world champ can continue to sport the stripes on collar and cuffs?

always wondered why LA opted for plain postal jerseys for a good while...no rainbow trim....

[BumbleBeeDave]

. . . Zabel didn't win. It would have been such a cap to a great career. But he is pure class as always . . .

<<"It was a dream to become world champion today, but I am very satisfied with the race today," he said. "It's great to race here in front of so many German-speaking public.>>

BBD

[atmo]

. . . Zabel didn't win. It would have been such a cap to a great career.

BBD
if he chose the optimo his self worth & worth would've been much higher atmo.

[swoop]

woooooooooooo zabel. wooooo cricket!

[saab2000]

. . . Zabel didn't win. It would have been such a cap to a great career.

His career is not over yet and he is still speedy. I would not be surprised to see him still win a big race. Last year he won Paris-Tours. This year a couple stages of the Vuelta and 2nd today. He was there at the finish when the other big dogs were behind him.

Zabel = Huge talent and great guy for cycling.

[BumbleBeeDave]

. . . in pronouncing him over the hill and ready to retire! Sorry! But I stand by my assertion that I can't think of anyone (except me, of course! :rolleyes: ) who deserves to win a world championship more! Great rider and great, classy guy who you will always hear respecting his colleagues and never hear trash talking.

BBD

[catulle]

mark spitz had no jersey.
so where do the olympic rings go?
discuss.


Speedo...?

[Bill Bove]

I believe a gold medal winner can wear an Olympic Ring jersey if he wants to BUT there can be no sponsor logos on it. The Olympics are pure, remember :confused: no commercialization of the gold medal is allowed :no:

[atmo]

I believe a gold medal winner can wear an Olympic Ring jersey if he wants to BUT there can be no sponsor logos on it. The Olympics are pure, remember :confused: no commercialization of the gold medal is allowed :no:
tell that to john hancock inc atmo

[theprep]

2 years ago the UCI changed the rules. stripes only in the event won.

JG

Can Cannondale release a red/white/blue World Champ Edition bike for sale and claim it is the same one Bettini will be riding?

[67-59]

Dave didn't win, and all you people can talk about is jerseys and medals?!?!?! Dave -- I for one will provide an appropriate moment of silence for your disappointment.

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[J.Greene]

Can Cannondale release a red/white/blue World Champ Edition bike for sale and claim it is the same one Bettini will be riding?

interbike is around the corner, stay tuned :rolleyes:

[David Kirk]

Dave didn't win, and all you people can talk about is jerseys and medals?!?!?! Dave -- I for one will provide an appropriate moment of silence for your disappointment.

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Thanks keeping it real. It's been a few tough days for me and the family. There is always next year but I'm not getting any younger. But God willing I'll be wearing the rainbow shoes.

Dave

[davids]

fluffer.
He's ready for his close up...

http://www.cyclingnews.com/photos/2006/worlds06/worlds066/sirotti_86.jpg