Rigoberto Uran discussion thread.

[Hugo Koblet]

Wait, Uran is riding the Tour?

 

[Lequack]

He really blends in with the environment. That's why they'll never suspect when he attacks.

 

[memyselfandI]

If he any which way could kick out 2017 afterburner in tt, it'll be a run for the money for..anyone.

Stage 19-20 Power Analysis: Rigoberto Urán’s Road to Glory | TrainingPeaks

A rare look at what goes into a world-class Tour rider’s all-out TT effort in a race for the podium.

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[Escarabajo]

So why you don't use power meter at the Tour:

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLeR8IPkyG8


Simply put because of the weight and because you only follow wheels of the strongest teams Ineos or JV. You are at the mercy of the biggest teams. LOL. It is like why do you need to watch your watts if you are going at your limit anyway.

 

[IndianCyclist]

So why you don't use power meter at the Tour:
Simply put because of the weight and because you only follow wheels of the strongest teams Ineos or JV. You are at the mercy of the biggest teams. LOL. It is like why do you need to watch your watts if you are going at your limit anyway.

some more

1. It not going to matter if you cant follow the train
2. its not going to matter if you are not attacking
3. Why bother when the opponent can do it for you. No weight no cost.
4. If really required u can have a sneak at their power meter or just ask them

 

[webvan]

No powermeter maybe (Strava shows estimated data) but he still logs his rides with a GPS and uploads them to Strava https://www.strava.com/pros/1514397 !

 

[Leinster]

No powermeter maybe (Strava shows estimated data) but he still logs his rides with a GPS and uploads them to Strava https://www.strava.com/pros/1514397 !

There's always something faintly ridiculous about TdF Strava uploads, especially from riders you know finished middle of the pack.

"Sortie de velo apres midi
180kms 3,000m 4h 15
KOM (Short downhill section) 55s
KOM (section through centre of stage town that actually has 2 traffic lights normally) 2:23"

 

[Escarabajo]

Uran to win the Tour tomorrow and make history!

 

[Anderis]

Unfortunately, I saw a day like today coming and I didn't really believe he would finish this Tour on the podium. In the last few days he looked more like 7th/8th best climber in the race and those super steep climbs don't seem to suit him IMO so today was more or less what I expected. A bit unfortunate for him that there are so many steep climbs in this Tour.

 

[Escarabajo]

Just you wait. Tomorrow a long range attack. He doesn't care about this position!!
Maybe JV does.

 

[Anderis]

Unfortunately, tomorrow's crucial climb is very steep as well.

But yeah, he has like 7 minuets on 10th place, no reason not to try something creative tomorrow... unles he still believes he can take 2 minutes on Lopez in the final ITT.

 

[lenric]

So he won't be 2nd.
If he's still doing a top-10, it will be 7th place.

 

[masking_agent]

Poor Rigo. Unfortunately, he nor his countryman Quintana will ever win a GT as the UCI camps right near their homes in Colombia in the off season.

 

[Blanco]

Poor Rigo. Unfortunately, he nor his countryman Quintana will ever win a GT as the UCI camps right near their homes in Colombia in the off season.

Quintana won a GT! Two actually...

 

[masking_agent]

^ sorry meant to say, will ever win another and Riggo will never win one

 

[Escarabajo]

So he won't be 2nd.
If he's still doing a top-10, it will be 7th place.

He was 7th last year. Maybe he is just happy to be back riding his back after that horrible accident last year.

 

[lenric]

He was 7th last year. Maybe he is just happy to be back riding his back after that horrible accident last year.

I wasn't criticizing him, it was just a mention to his top-10 placings in GTs: either 2nd or 7th.

 

[Escarabajo]

I wasn't criticizing him, it was just a mention to his top-10 placings in GTs: either 2nd or 7th.

I know. I was just commenting on how good he has done after his accident. I just used your post.

 

[lenric]

I know. I was just commenting on how good he has done after his accident. I just used your post.

kudos to that, as his comeback is in itself a (maybe small) victory for him.

 

[webvan]

...and Rigo is done and dusted in the Glières :-(

 

[repre]

...and Rigo is done and dusted in the Glières :-(

still better than expected prior to the Tour...

 

[Eddy Evenepoel]

Still has a chance to finish 7th!

 

[Escarabajo]

Still has a chance to finish 7th!

Same as last year. He has to be careful with Dumo.

 

[Lequack]

Shame about losing more time today, he was really looking good for the podium for a while

 

[stefi_d]

Morning everyone, just wanted to share what I think would be a "once in a lifetime" opportunity for Rigo fans

This Sunday, February 14 (10AM - 11AM EST), Rigo will be riding virtually on Zwift in support of Princess Margaret Cancer Centre to help raise critical funds for cancer research.

Love his shout out video:

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9qPdIMHa8g&feature=youtu.be


This is a Ride to Conquer Cancer initiative. I'm sure many of you have already heard of The Enbridge Ride to Conquer Cancer, it's Canada’s largest cycling fundraiser and has raised over $220 million over the last 13 years in support of cancer research at The Princess Margaret, one of the world’s top 5 cancer research centres. Was excited to see Rigo supporting the cause!

Those who want to ride with Rigo can join Ride to Conquer Cancer - Ride with Rigo on Zwift, or can join in on the fun via livestream on Facebook Live or YouTube.

See you there!
Stef