Originally Posted by cavernmech
O.k. so how about we make it $5 a head. I will sweeten the pot with the "mystery prize". deadline is 11:59 P.M. Friday. Except for young rider pick. That one is much tougher and until the final line-ups are announced, a hard one to pick. I suggest we compile a list of the top 6 young rider's and everyone can pick from the list. That pick being due in by Sat 11:59 P.M. whatcha think?
P.S. if I win (and I fully expect to) the "mystery prize" goes to 2nd place and the money will be spent on beer for all.
http://www.steephill.tv/2006/tour-de-france/
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