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How did Niko Eeckhout get his nickname?

Mar 18, 2009
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Just curious? What does a Belgian hard man have to do to get the nickname Rambo in a peleton full of Rambos? Does anyone know?
 
Mar 18, 2009
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Bala Verde said:
Because he looks like an Ox/Rambo/body builder/beefed up guy.

Thanks Bala...I never knew...I was hoping it was because he eats asphalt for breakfast or something lol!!!
 
Mar 10, 2009
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TRDean said:
Thanks Bala...I never knew...I was hoping it was because he eats asphalt for breakfast or something lol!!!

that's not good for a cyclist's digestion I have been told...
 
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the truth. said:
rocket quick . get him to a finish is the first thing........... then few can pass him

I know...I admire his toughness given his age. He is a tough SOB and I hope he keeps on keepin on!!