Ardennes Classics Discussion thread

[roundabout]

I think bashing kings wasn't customary in the days that the hymn was written.

Now Duke of Alba, he was the bad guy.

 

[Dekker_Tifosi]

We're also from German blood btw...

 

[boomcie]

How about that avatar, Dutch crime syndicate? I'll join in, just make a suggestion.

Also the anthem does suck a little text-wise. Good melody though.

 

[icefire]

The Rabo team has two Spaniards in their roster that happen to be the last two winners of a hilly long 1-day race (I don't dare to call it classic) in San Sebastián. Any of them might be sent on a break and try to do a Van Summeren, preferably the one who tries to help the team pushing his mates forward

 

[Havetts]

How about that avatar, Dutch crime syndicate? I'll join in, just make a suggestion.

Sure no problem, game is on .

 

[boomcie]

Sure no problem, game is on .

Alright, let's cook up a bet. Gold Race of course. "Don't let the lion stand in his little shirt".

And you provide an avatar for me.

 

[Havetts]

If Philippe Gilbert wins the AGR for the second time in a row I'll use whatever avatar you choose .

I feel quite comfortable, last 30 years, 29 different winners. ;D

 

[boomcie]

If Philippe Gilbert wins the AGR for the second time in a row I'll use whatever avatar you choose .

Seems fair. I'll do the same bet as I did for the "Omloop": No Rabo on the podium.

I'll think up a nice avatar for you by then.

 

[Havetts]

Awesome the game is on .
/shakes hands.

 

[Parrulo]

may i join this bet's?

i say there will neither a belgium nor a dutch in the podium!!!1

 

[Barrus]

may i join this bet's?

i say there will neither a belgium nor a dutch in the podium!!!1

I will take that bet

 

[Dekker_Tifosi]

may i join this bet's?

i say there will neither a belgium nor a dutch in the podium!!!1

That's really an awesome bet... Not so good odds for you though

 

[Dekker_Tifosi]

In 45 editions, only 5 times no Dutchman OR Belgian finished podium

Parrulo really chose the almost impossible

 

[Parrulo]

In 45 editions, only 5 times no Dutchman OR Belgian finished podium

Parrulo really chose the almost impossible

that what will make it even more awesome when it happens also where is the fun if it isn't risky?

cunego kolobnev and franky boy for the podium *hopes*

 

[Barrus]

But Parrulo, what are the stakes, now that I have agreed to the bet, I want to know thstakes

 

[boomcie]

Awesome the game is on .
/shakes hands.

*Also shakes hands, firmly.

Props to Parrulo. I also like a risky bet, but you just crossed the risky bet line!

Edit: I guess this is the standard 1 month bet?

 

[Parrulo]

walking around with an avatar and signature of choice till lets say the start of the giro? where other bets can be made

 

[Barrus]

walking around with an avatar and signature of choice till lets say the start of the giro? where other bets can be made

Start of the giro? Okay.

You'll need an avatar of Belgium or the Netherlands, depending on who finished highest, together with a signature with the first few lines of the national anthem of that country.

But what should I have?

 

[Parrulo]

Start of the giro? Okay.

You'll need an avatar of Belgium or the Netherlands, depending on who finished highest, together with a signature with the first few lines of the national anthem of that country.

But what should I have?

an avatar of portugal ofc + the chorus of the portuguese anthem?

just don't make me use the gesink's face inside a heart avatar cus i actually liked that one

p.s. a bit off topic but . . . why can't we use .gif's as avatars on this forum?

 

[The Hitch]

But what should I have?

Buckwheat reinstated

 

[Christian]

LEOPARD TREK announces squad for Amstel, FW and LBL:

Anders LUND
Andy SCHLECK
Fabian CANCELLARA (Amstel only)
Fabian WEGMANN
Fränk SCHLECK
Jakob FUGLSANG
Jens VOIGT (FW and LBL)
Maxime MONFORT
Stefan DENIFL

It's basically the same squad that has been racing together since Critérium International. Both Schlecks are on form and Monfort and Fuglsang also showed they are ready. Stefan Denifl had some off days in the Basque Country, but it's good to see he made the team as he's a nice guy. I'm a little surprised not to see Gerdemann, but it makes sense seeing his program (last race was Catalunya). I have a feeling he might be building towards the Giro.

At least on paper one of the strongest squads!

 

[Barrus]

Buckwheat reinstated

If that ever happens, I will completely dissappear from this forum.

an avatar of portugal ofc + the chorus of the portuguese anthem?

just don't make me use the gesink's face inside a heart avatar cus i actually liked that one

Isn't it bad that I actually like Portugese riders and thus aren't too bothered by it?

But it's on, if that is the case

 

[Parrulo]

If that ever happens, I will completely dissappear from this forum.



Isn't it bad that I actually like Portugese riders and thus aren't too bothered by it?

But it's on, if that is the case

then we have a deal may the better man win

 

[auscyclefan94]

I will take that bet

may i join this bet's?

i say there will neither a belgium nor a dutch in the podium!!!1

Awesome the game is on .
/shakes hands.

Seems fair. I'll do the same bet as I did for the "Omloop": No Rabo on the podium.

I'll think up a nice avatar for you by then.

I've made you all Avatar gamblers!

How about this one?

Way to rub it in!

seems like everyone wants van avermaet to win

That's because he rides with Balls!

 

[El Pistolero]

If I do a bet I want Deker to have this in his sig:

Gesink can't time trial

xD