Andy Schleck Discussion thread.

[serfla]

Boonen once said he would retire at 30 or something like that (when he was around 25).
It's just things you say when you're very young and later on change, obviously, opinion.

If this is a remark to my post, then I have to notice that Andy has said this couple of months ago. Not when he was very young.
So, it's not a matter of immaturity or arrogance, it's way of coping with pressure.

 

[movingtarget]

Number one for Schleck is to get on the bike and get some kms in the legs. The rest is secondary.

 

[Taxus4a]

Anybody knows anything about Andy these days? I would like to know how are going on trainings in Mallorca and if there is no problem to run this week camaiore and Strade Bianche.

 

[serfla]

Greetings from Mallorca

Everything's just fine.

Sun is shining, the weather is sweet
Make you want to move your cycling feet
...

 

[DominicDecoco]

'Everything is fine' or is it;

'Everything is a bit too fine'?

 

[Christian]

Interesting anecdote

Gilles Le Roc'h for cyclismactu.net:

"Almost 10 years ago, I took the plane to Canada, more precisely to Toronto and from there to Hamilton, where the cycling world championships were being held. Indian summer guaranteed... In the Boeing of Air Canada, a skinny little 18 year old sits next to me. The coincidences of booking. Polite, smiling, reading. He sees me write an article on my laptop and, being curious, sees that it is about cycling. He asks some friendly questions, is interested in journalism. He makes lucid remarks, showing a certain covinction at his 18 years of age. Maturity, not yet.

"Me, I go cycling for fun", he says, "I am a student. I won't make it my job, but I like it a lot. My older brother is a professional, as was my father. It's a tradition in our family...

He, that was Andy Schleck (...)

Also interesting:

(...) those bad "friends" who pretend to love him, who take advantage of him, live off of his money and will be the last to help him.

Wonder who that is?

http://www.cyclismactu.net/news-sai...endre-la-main-a-andy-schleck-raquo-30634.html

Also re: Lux' Federation President's comment. That guy is, like the vast majority of presidents of sport federations, a politician and an opportunist, and has never sat on a bike outside of a photo opp. Bottom line he has no idea what he's talking about, he just repeats what he believes the consensus is. That doesn't mean it's not true, simply he should in no way be considered an authority on the matter

 

[ultimobici]

While the Luxembourg Cycling Federation president's words are a little harsh, the saying does go "the truth hurts".

Andy is the epitome of one who has a lot of talent but an inverse ability to apply himself. It's all come a bit too easy, so he thinks it always will. Problem is it doesn't.

Anyone remember Vanderaerden? Won left right & centre up until 27-28 then seeminly lost it. Was in the news more often for laddish pranks than winning bike races.

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Vanderaerden#section_1

 

[serfla]

'Everything is fine' or is it;

'Everything is a bit too fine'?

Yeah, maybe too fine.
But if it's O.K. for Andy - it fits me perfectly, as well.

 

[hfer07]

just curious: When does Andy's contract with RSN expire?

 

[Afrank]

just curious: When does Andy's contract with RSN expire?

2 years left he said in Beijing back in October. He said he would respect his contract.

 

[ultimobici]

2 years left he said in Beijing back in October. He said he would respect his contract.

Funny - I'd think it's the team that'll be looking for a way out. Andy's just relieved he has that 2 years left now.

 

[purcell]

2 years left he said in Beijing back in October. He said he would respect his contract.

I would have thought "respecting his contract" would have meant doing his job, being a professional, training and actually giving a damn.

 

[JimPanzen]

Man, I really hope the guy gets back on track.

I always thought that "Andy is only good when he's riding with Fränk" talk is rubbish, but I think his brother being absent actually is a big factor in Andy's crisis.

 

[Miburo]

Man, I really hope the guy gets back on track.

I always thought that "Andy is only good when he's riding with Fränk[/B]" talk is rubbish, but I think his brother being absent actually is a big factor in Andy's crisis.

Who ever said that?

I thought people said the reverse. I btw agree with the reverse.

 

[JimPanzen]

Who ever said that?

I thought people said the reverse. I btw agree with the reverse.

Kim Andersen and Andy said that the brothers are best together. I know most fans always said that it's the opposite.

 

[Kwibus]

Anyone remember Vanderaerden? Won left right & centre up until 27-28 then seeminly lost it. Was in the news more often for laddish pranks than winning bike races.

http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eric_Vanderaerden#section_1

Ask Vanderaerden himself. He said he rode faster in the 90s than he did when he won Flanders and Roubaix, but 'somehow' he finished 30th instead of first.

 

[serfla]

just curious: When does Andy's contract with RSN expire?

I'm not sure about the contract, but I remember that Leopard got a three year license when it has been formed.
That means the license expires at the end of this year. The merger hasn't changed anything in that regard, as far as I understand.
Andy's, alleged, discontent was probably related with Bruyneel, but at the moment further existence of the team is under question mark, so Andy might not have the opportunity to respect his contract.

 

[Afrank]

Funny - I'd think it's the team that'll be looking for a way out. Andy's just relieved he has that 2 years left now.

Your right about that I think. I don't think the team will be around next year.

 

[Afrank]

I would have thought "respecting his contract" would have meant doing his job, being a professional, training and actually giving a damn.

Just reporting what he said. There was a lot of talk of the teams best riders moving to new teams. So he said he wasn't moving to a new team, but instead would respect his contract with Radioshack.

 

[hoerpi]

Gilles Le Roc'h for cyclismactu.net:

"Almost 10 years ago, I took the plane to Canada, more precisely to Toronto and from there to Hamilton, where the cycling world championships were being held. Indian summer guaranteed... In the Boeing of Air Canada, a skinny little 18 year old sits next to me. The coincidences of booking. Polite, smiling, reading. He sees me write an article on my laptop and, being curious, sees that it is about cycling. He asks some friendly questions, is interested in journalism. He makes lucid remarks, showing a certain covinction at his 18 years of age. Maturity, not yet.

"Me, I go cycling for fun", he says, "I am a student. I won't make it my job, but I like it a lot. My older brother is a professional, as was my father. It's a tradition in our family...

He, that was Andy Schleck (...)

Also interesting:

(...) those bad "friends" who pretend to love him, who take advantage of him, live off of his money and will be the last to help him.

Wonder who that is?

Interesting piece, I like it that he's really hated by some but seem to be a really nice bloke.

 

[hfer07]

I'm not sure about the contract, but I remember that Leopard got a three year license when it has been formed.
That means the license expires at the end of this year. The merger hasn't changed anything in that regard, as far as I understand.
Andy's, alleged, discontent was probably related with Bruyneel, but at the moment further existence of the team is under question mark, so Andy might not have the opportunity to respect his contract.

the reason why I asked is because of your response-which means -IF RSN team & License is about to expire,then shouldn't be Andy worried enough to perform well so he can "collect" points for the WT? Is there any indication that Becca is going to keep backing them up? Plus every single one of the Schleck's hommies are leaving next year-regardless the continuity of the team, so what are they going to do?

 

[Afrank]

the reason why I asked is because of your response-which means -IF RSN team & License is about to expire,then shouldn't be Andy worried enough to perform well so he can "collect" points for the WT? Is there any indication that Becca is going to keep backing them up? Plus every single one of the Schleck's hommies are leaving next year-regardless the continuity of the team, so what are they going to do?

Schleck has had enough success in his career so far that I don't think he would have too much trouble getting picked up by someone. It's only if he demands a high salary that I could see him having trouble finding a team. Teams might not want to pay him the money they would pay a "top" rider if he continues the trend he started on last year.

 

[serfla]

the reason why I asked is because of your response-which means -IF RSN team & License is about to expire,then shouldn't be Andy worried enough to perform well so he can "collect" points for the WT? Is there any indication that Becca is going to keep backing them up? Plus every single one of the Schleck's hommies are leaving next year-regardless the continuity of the team, so what are they going to do?

I'm puzzled, too.
And it's not only about Schleck(s), Leopard management will have to look for new employer also.
And that's the package I see together. But have no idea whom it will be delivered.

 

[Miburo]

the reason why I asked is because of your response-which means -IF RSN team & License is about to expire,then shouldn't be Andy worried enough to perform well so he can "collect" points for the WT? Is there any indication that Becca is going to keep backing them up? Plus every single one of the Schleck's hommies are leaving next year-regardless the continuity of the team, so what are they going to do?

You think Andy is worried about all these things?

I think he doesn't give a ****.

 

[Taxus4a]

You think Andy is worried about all these things?

I think he doesn't give a ****.

Of course, yes