Recent content by VeloMaster

Absolutely. Given the imbalance in team strength, his best approach is to leave it until late, so UAE would have little or no time to regroup and make up any lost time. After all, he did win the Giro before at virtually the last minute. This time, it makes even more tactical sense.

True, good point. However, at least the Anglophone commentators make it clear by context that it is the propulsive power, ie the gear ratio, that is being celebrated.

Actually, it was the fawning coverage of I think you missed the point, and - pace Abi -- no lack of respect for Rogla was stated, implied, or intended. So let's keep it factual: hyping a "monster chainring" the way the commentators are wont to do means nothing without the missing information...

It always puzzles me why commentators and journalists get so carried away about chain ring size, without ever telling us what the corresponding rear sprockets are. No doubt, many are pushing monster gears compared to us mortals. But as a track cyclist I am well aware that a large chain ring...

That didn't age well. He clearly paved the way for his teammate to hold off the pack.

On my feed (FLO Canada) it was Hannah Walker.

... and has the best, or one of the best, records ever in 1-week stage races. Quite the useless rider.

Yes, I agree. Rogla is often too passive, too conservative, and fails to grab many an advantage that may present itself. And, as others have noted, he plays to his strengths, to the point of relying too heavily on his stomping super powers. This may be a reflection of his personality, or it may...

I noticed that early on, too, and was pretty surprised when the commentary team only figured that out after it was essentially too late. Sometimes I wonder whether they are actually watching given the number of times the time gaps will be changing radically, up or down, and they wont even notice...

Multiple world champ on the track.

And a world-class trackie to boot!

One also needs to consider the mental/psychological aspects of such an incident. I realise top pro riders are in a class of their own both physically and mentally, but as a mere mortal who was involved in a life-threatening cycling accident, the flashbacks and fear were not easy to overcome...

I got caught out that way, too. Now, I see they have the full replay. Ugh.

The forum is understandably divided on the broadcast images of injured riders, so here is a strictly personal take. Your mileage will certainly differ. The continued footage of riders in deep distress, some for a time not moving, did indeed spark a PTSD moment, dating back almost 10 years...

That aged well.