NoRacer
07-14-06, 05:44 PM
I only saw it here and there during the OLN broadcast, but my first impression was:
"Flip it!"
<just kidding>
"Flip it!"
<just kidding>
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james_swift
07-14-06, 05:47 PM
I only saw it here and there during the OLN broadcast, but my first impression was:
"Flip it!"
<just kidding>
When Landis wins the tour, I'm flipping my stem.
"Flip it!"
<just kidding>
When Landis wins the tour, I'm flipping my stem.
NoRacer
07-14-06, 05:48 PM
Sorry for misspelling his name.
sfend002
07-14-06, 07:53 PM
He certainly looked suprised when he got it. Cool idea I think.
Guest
07-14-06, 08:28 PM
It definitely was a fly bike. And the look on his face- surprise and joy- it was utterly priceless. I hope someone got a picture of that one! :)
Koffee
Koffee
baj32161
07-15-06, 06:43 AM
That was, indeed, a sweet bike. I like Team Phonak's bikes as it is but that one is a stunner.
feltdude
07-15-06, 08:43 AM
Between Landis calling the other riders "pretenders" and then riding a yellow bike mid-tour rather than just in Paris, I think he might have angered the cycling Gods. :P
NoRacer
07-15-06, 07:51 PM
Between Landis calling the other riders "pretenders" and then riding a yellow bike mid-tour rather than just in Paris, I think he might have angered the cycling Gods. :P
Let us not foget the yellow helmet, too! :p
Let us not foget the yellow helmet, too! :p
georgiaboy
07-15-06, 08:40 PM
Not a great picture but the only one I could locate.
http://www.phonak-cycling.ch/uploads/tx_userpbericht/1407_iShares.jpg
http://www.phonak-cycling.ch/uploads/tx_userpbericht/1407_iShares.jpg
'nother
07-15-06, 09:33 PM
A few more:
http://us.i1.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/sp/getty/29/full.getty-cycling-tdf2006-landis_8_38_55_am.jpg
http://us.i1.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/sp/getty/a9/full.getty-cycling-tdf2006-landis_10_59_30_am.jpg
http://us.i1.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/sp/getty/d1/full.getty-cycling-tdf2006-landis_7_03_07_am.jpg
http://us.i1.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/sp/getty/29/full.getty-cycling-tdf2006-landis_8_38_55_am.jpg
http://us.i1.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/sp/getty/a9/full.getty-cycling-tdf2006-landis_10_59_30_am.jpg
http://us.i1.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/sp/getty/d1/full.getty-cycling-tdf2006-landis_7_03_07_am.jpg
daytonian
07-15-06, 09:53 PM
Save the yellow bike for Paris not midrace. Tacky.
JackTheLadd
07-16-06, 10:05 AM
Save the yellow bike for Paris not midrace. Tacky.
There's no guarantee he'll have yellow in Paris, let the fellow enjoy his time as leader :rolleyes:
There's no guarantee he'll have yellow in Paris, let the fellow enjoy his time as leader :rolleyes:
Moochers_Dad
07-16-06, 11:43 AM
Save the yellow bike for Paris not midrace. Tacky.
That's exactly what I thought. It's a little early and pretentious. Maybe after being solidly in yellow after the Alps, if it happens.
But, on the other hand, I've really enjoyed Landis' faith in himself; so for him to feel he's going to get that bike back in a few days is encouraging.
That's exactly what I thought. It's a little early and pretentious. Maybe after being solidly in yellow after the Alps, if it happens.
But, on the other hand, I've really enjoyed Landis' faith in himself; so for him to feel he's going to get that bike back in a few days is encouraging.
DrPete
07-16-06, 12:21 PM
Yeah, I think the yellow/green/polka-dot stuff HAS gone a little overboard...
I think it all started with Laurent Jalabert's polka-dot Look that he got on his last trip to Paris. Hell, even Tom Boonen was wearing a special helmet and crap like that when he was wearing yellow... Robbie McEwen also has a green bike waiting, but I haven't seen him actually ride it yet. He said one morning that he was happy with how his current bike was riding.
Whatever. If each team wants to spend the cash to have a yellow bike and yellow kit handy just in case, let 'em. And while Flandis's yellow bike is an insanely cool rendition of what is already my dream bike, it seems a little excessive.
DrPete
I think it all started with Laurent Jalabert's polka-dot Look that he got on his last trip to Paris. Hell, even Tom Boonen was wearing a special helmet and crap like that when he was wearing yellow... Robbie McEwen also has a green bike waiting, but I haven't seen him actually ride it yet. He said one morning that he was happy with how his current bike was riding.
Whatever. If each team wants to spend the cash to have a yellow bike and yellow kit handy just in case, let 'em. And while Flandis's yellow bike is an insanely cool rendition of what is already my dream bike, it seems a little excessive.
DrPete
'nother
07-16-06, 12:28 PM
Yeah it all ties in with Phonak's plan to overthrow the French government by disrepecting the yellow jersey and anything associated with the Tour in general. :rolleyes:
Gimme a break. Not one of us would even think twice about taking and riding that bike if we were in Floyd's shoes. Well, not too many of us would even make it that far I guess.
I say, good for him, ride on. Who cares what color bike or helmet he's wearing.
Gimme a break. Not one of us would even think twice about taking and riding that bike if we were in Floyd's shoes. Well, not too many of us would even make it that far I guess.
I say, good for him, ride on. Who cares what color bike or helmet he's wearing.
frischtr
07-16-06, 01:04 PM
Robbie has been riding a black/green Noah since he took over the green jersey...
http://www.cyclingnews.com/photos/2006/tech/features/tour_bikes6/IMG_0911.jpg
http://www.cyclingnews.com/photos/2006/tech/features/tour_bikes6/IMG_0911.jpg
Guest
07-16-06, 01:24 PM
Robbie has been riding a black/green Noah since he took over the green jersey...
http://www.cyclingnews.com/photos/2006/tech/features/tour_bikes6/IMG_0911.jpg
That is totally SCHWEET!
Man, I wouldn't turn down that bike... no way.
Go Robbie! You ride that bike!
:D
Koffee
http://www.cyclingnews.com/photos/2006/tech/features/tour_bikes6/IMG_0911.jpg
That is totally SCHWEET!
Man, I wouldn't turn down that bike... no way.
Go Robbie! You ride that bike!
:D
Koffee
Guest
07-16-06, 01:26 PM
Yeah it all ties in with Phonak's plan to overthrow the French government by disrepecting the yellow jersey and anything associated with the Tour in general. :rolleyes:
Gimme a break. Not one of us would even think twice about taking and riding that bike if we were in Floyd's shoes. Well, not too many of us would even make it that far I guess.
I say, good for him, ride on. Who cares what color bike or helmet he's wearing.
Ditto. Why does every fool think you have to do it exactly like Lance did it? Keep the freakin' jersey, give it away... who cares? As long as you roll into Paris wearing it, why are people losing their friggin minds over who wears it, who gives it away, what color bike, etc.? Get out there and ride- not one of us are even as good as the guy who finished last, much less the ones who dropped out. ;)
Koffee
Gimme a break. Not one of us would even think twice about taking and riding that bike if we were in Floyd's shoes. Well, not too many of us would even make it that far I guess.
I say, good for him, ride on. Who cares what color bike or helmet he's wearing.
Ditto. Why does every fool think you have to do it exactly like Lance did it? Keep the freakin' jersey, give it away... who cares? As long as you roll into Paris wearing it, why are people losing their friggin minds over who wears it, who gives it away, what color bike, etc.? Get out there and ride- not one of us are even as good as the guy who finished last, much less the ones who dropped out. ;)
Koffee
gruppo
07-16-06, 03:36 PM
DrPete, you think this is "excessive"? You need to get out a bit more. The world's screaming, "Anything worth doing, is worth doing to excess."
Meanwhile, back to the "Tour". Pretty exciting stuff everyday, eh?
Meanwhile, back to the "Tour". Pretty exciting stuff everyday, eh?
DieselDan
07-16-06, 05:50 PM
None of them has ever beat Chipollini with his yellow eveything kit. Funny, he didn't have yellow shoes.
http://www.zoomweb.ch/zoomweb/sport/images/3.2.1-6.jpg
http://www.zoomweb.ch/zoomweb/sport/images/3.2.1-6.jpg
'nother
07-17-06, 10:33 AM
Robbie has been riding a black/green Noah since he took over the green jersey...
Oh my god. Blatant disrespect for the Green Jersey to ride that mid-race. Just think of the Years Of Tradition being messed with here, folks...a slippery slope! The Tour is in real danger with one dis after another. They should just cancel the '07 Tour right now :rolleyes:
Seriously, that's a cool-looking bike. Go Robbie!
Oh my god. Blatant disrespect for the Green Jersey to ride that mid-race. Just think of the Years Of Tradition being messed with here, folks...a slippery slope! The Tour is in real danger with one dis after another. They should just cancel the '07 Tour right now :rolleyes:
Seriously, that's a cool-looking bike. Go Robbie!
flipped4bikes
07-17-06, 01:55 PM
Shouldn't Phonak have waited until the last day to unveil the bike? I mean, come on, they gave away the jersey the next day! Lance never put on the full yellow regalia (helmet, bike, wheels) until the ride into the Champs Elysee. Probably lots of grumbling, but that's a reason Phonak was criticized for not doing more to hold onto the jersey. If you're going to flaunt it, defend it!
marcelinyc
07-17-06, 04:06 PM
:roflmao: Oh my god. Blatant disrespect for the Green Jersey to ride that mid-race. Just think of the Years Of Tradition being messed with here, folks...a slippery slope! The Tour is in real danger with one dis after another. They should just cancel the '07 Tour right now :rolleyes:
Seriously, that's a cool-looking bike. Go Robbie!
Seriously, that's a cool-looking bike. Go Robbie!
DrPete
07-17-06, 05:16 PM
DrPete, you think this is "excessive"? You need to get out a bit more. The world's screaming, "Anything worth doing, is worth doing to excess."
You make a good point. Should any of us really be surprised?
Still, if I ever have the cash for a Pro Machine, I'd shell out a couple extra bucks for the yellow one too... Guess none of us are immune :)
DrPete
You make a good point. Should any of us really be surprised?
Still, if I ever have the cash for a Pro Machine, I'd shell out a couple extra bucks for the yellow one too... Guess none of us are immune :)
DrPete
smellygary
07-17-06, 05:45 PM
Yeah, I think the yellow/green/polka-dot stuff HAS gone a little overboard...
I think it all started with Laurent Jalabert's polka-dot Look that he got on his last trip to Paris. Hell, even Tom Boonen was wearing a special helmet and crap like that when he was wearing yellow... Robbie McEwen also has a green bike waiting, but I haven't seen him actually ride it yet. He said one morning that he was happy with how his current bike was riding.
Whatever. If each team wants to spend the cash to have a yellow bike and yellow kit handy just in case, let 'em. And while Flandis's yellow bike is an insanely cool rendition of what is already my dream bike, it seems a little excessive.
DrPete
Excessive? Excessive schmessive, I say. If I had earned it, I'd ride it too. Anyway, its good advertising for the tour, makes it a little more fun for the rest of us to watch. "Oooh, is so-and-so going to ride a special bike today? Oooohh!"
I think it all started with Laurent Jalabert's polka-dot Look that he got on his last trip to Paris. Hell, even Tom Boonen was wearing a special helmet and crap like that when he was wearing yellow... Robbie McEwen also has a green bike waiting, but I haven't seen him actually ride it yet. He said one morning that he was happy with how his current bike was riding.
Whatever. If each team wants to spend the cash to have a yellow bike and yellow kit handy just in case, let 'em. And while Flandis's yellow bike is an insanely cool rendition of what is already my dream bike, it seems a little excessive.
DrPete
Excessive? Excessive schmessive, I say. If I had earned it, I'd ride it too. Anyway, its good advertising for the tour, makes it a little more fun for the rest of us to watch. "Oooh, is so-and-so going to ride a special bike today? Oooohh!"
marcelinyc
07-17-06, 06:51 PM
It's probable that the sponsor makes them ride the 'special' bikes so the rest of us can drool over them.
ViperZ
07-17-06, 09:18 PM
Robbie has been riding a black/green Noah since he took over the green jersey...
http://www.cyclingnews.com/photos/2006/tech/features/tour_bikes6/IMG_0911.jpg
Man Robbie's Noah is one sweet Ride... I WANT ONE!!!
So now that Landis has given up the yellow jersey, does he keep riding the yellow bike? :lol:
http://www.cyclingnews.com/photos/2006/tech/features/tour_bikes6/IMG_0911.jpg
Man Robbie's Noah is one sweet Ride... I WANT ONE!!!
So now that Landis has given up the yellow jersey, does he keep riding the yellow bike? :lol:
DrPete
07-17-06, 09:45 PM
Man Robbie's Noah is one sweet Ride... I WANT ONE!!!
Do you think it has a triple for the mountains??? :D
DrPete
Do you think it has a triple for the mountains??? :D
DrPete
7rider
07-18-06, 12:00 AM
The flowing lines of the paint job on McKuen's bike makes it look like it's in motion although it's standing still. The white saddle and handlebar tape plus the light blue tires seem to lighten the weight of the bike.
That is one gorgeous bike. Its paint job puts the yellow BMC to shame.
That is one gorgeous bike. Its paint job puts the yellow BMC to shame.
feltdude
07-18-06, 07:30 AM
That Noah is sweet.
goldfish
07-18-06, 10:38 PM
Do you think it has a triple for the mountains??? :D
DrPete
I havn't checked, but i'd bet serious money he's got a Record CT (compact) crank on his bike for the hills.
DrPete
I havn't checked, but i'd bet serious money he's got a Record CT (compact) crank on his bike for the hills.
Ant
07-19-06, 07:38 AM
Not to go off topic here but has anyone else noticed that on bike shots of the riders make them look like all out atheletes but off bike shots when they are in plain clothes (like a t shirt) they look mal-nutritioned and sickly?
smellygary
07-19-06, 10:40 PM
Not to go off topic here but has anyone else noticed that on bike shots of the riders make them look like all out atheletes but off bike shots when they are in plain clothes (like a t shirt) they look mal-nutritioned and sickly?
They look pretty damn scrawny on the bike too.
They look pretty damn scrawny on the bike too.
Ostuni
07-20-06, 07:17 AM
Save the yellow bike for Paris not midrace. Tacky.
yeah, my gut told me that the yellow bike idea was a jinxy thing to do...
yeah, my gut told me that the yellow bike idea was a jinxy thing to do...
voltman
07-20-06, 09:16 AM
I suppose the race will be won right at the line in Paris this year.
superslomo
07-20-06, 01:02 PM
For god's sake, if he gets to wear the yellow again would someone keep him from riding the yellow bike??? I'm not the most superstitious person in the world, but I'd almost suggest getting the yellow out of the phonak jersey for good measure for how that yellow routine seems to have been a total curse.
;)
;)
DrPete
07-20-06, 01:04 PM
For god's sake, if he gets to wear the yellow again would someone keep him from riding the yellow bike??? I'm not the most superstitious person in the world, but I'd almost suggest getting the yellow out of the phonak jersey for good measure for how that yellow routine seems to have been a total curse.
;)
+1,000,000,000. Yellow bike is cursed. Give it to me now. I'll lose the hell out of some races with it :D
DrPete
;)
+1,000,000,000. Yellow bike is cursed. Give it to me now. I'll lose the hell out of some races with it :D
DrPete
timmhaan
07-20-06, 01:07 PM
screw floyd's bike. robbie's noah is pure sex. oh, man, that thing looks sleek.
MKahrl
07-21-06, 07:30 AM
If I were Floyd I would thank his team very much for the yellow bike, tell them that he treasures it so much that he doesn't want anything to happen to it, and ask them to lock it up in the deepest, darkest dungeon they can find for it, so it will be safe until after the race is completely over!
brunop
07-21-06, 07:34 AM
all that being said, floyd landis has 3 testicles.
DrPete
07-21-06, 09:15 AM
all that being said, floyd landis has 3 testicles.
I'm pretty sure it's 2... just big, brass ones.
Definitely wins the "Stephen Colbert Medal for Audacity..." :D
DrPete
I'm pretty sure it's 2... just big, brass ones.
Definitely wins the "Stephen Colbert Medal for Audacity..." :D
DrPete
TRaffic Jammer
07-21-06, 09:23 AM
I'm of the eeeeww mind towards coloured bikes as you are still part of a team after all.
BUT as for Landis, he may NEVER race again after his hip replacement. I'll let him open his gift before the last stage, because what if he didn't wear yellow in Paris? In hindsight it may have been karmic - stage16. Could create a new superstition.
BUT as for Landis, he may NEVER race again after his hip replacement. I'll let him open his gift before the last stage, because what if he didn't wear yellow in Paris? In hindsight it may have been karmic - stage16. Could create a new superstition.
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