I'm not someone who pays a whole lot of attention to announcers. Having grown up in New England in the 80's and 90's, where "coverage" consisted of getting 2-month old copies of Winning, I also don't pay a whole lot of attention to the announcer-bashing that goes on occasionally here in the Forum. Beggars can't be choosers.
All of that stated, I was struck this morning catching up on Plouay to actually be drawn in by SchlaGogo, who seem to have hit their stride. Schlanger appears to have come way up to speed from his rough beginnings, and Gogo is a lot less tentative about sharing his insights as a former pro. I also noticed (whether it was set up or not), Schlanger asking Gogo some relatively insightful questions that enabled Gogo to expound appropriately. In particular, it was the exchange regarding World's prep (vuelta vs. lottery-style one-day racing) that prompted my post.
I guess I woke up on the right side of the bed this morning, thought I'd share a positive vibe. I understand they have their critics, but chapeau on their improvement as a duo.
All of that stated, I was struck this morning catching up on Plouay to actually be drawn in by SchlaGogo, who seem to have hit their stride. Schlanger appears to have come way up to speed from his rough beginnings, and Gogo is a lot less tentative about sharing his insights as a former pro. I also noticed (whether it was set up or not), Schlanger asking Gogo some relatively insightful questions that enabled Gogo to expound appropriately. In particular, it was the exchange regarding World's prep (vuelta vs. lottery-style one-day racing) that prompted my post.
I guess I woke up on the right side of the bed this morning, thought I'd share a positive vibe. I understand they have their critics, but chapeau on their improvement as a duo.