TOC Stage 1: Sunday, May 16 2010, Nevada City - Sacramento, 167.8km

[craig1985]

Looks like bit of a snooze fest with Cav getting the win and reminding us how great he is.

 

[Sasquatch]

Who will Cervelo use for the sprint? Haussler or Bos?

 

[Timmy-loves-Rabo]

Who will Cervelo use for the sprint? Haussler or Bos?

I highly doubt haussler all things considered.

Hoping for a bos win.

 

[craig1985]

The forum will explode if Bos puts Cav into the barriers.

 

[Moondance]

I don't know, but I imagine Bos. This will be Haussler's first race after being sidelined for about 2 months, so I guess he'll be using this race more to build form for the TdF.

 

[toontoon]

What's the field like for this years edition? I know Cav and Lance are in as they are on American teams who seem to be taking this tour as a priority. But what other top riders are here? Personally I think moving it to May has been the wrong move as many of the top riders may stay away as they will not be prepared to put up with the long travel out to America at this time of the year when they are in full training for the Tour de France.

 

[Andrichuk]

What if Bos gets dropped on the hill at 43 miles?!?!

If not I'll go with Bos, if anything happens to him Boonen is my backup pick.

 

[blackcat]

The forum will explode if Bos puts Cav into the barriers.

explode or celebrate, I vote the latter.

Atleast Frodo's teeth cannot be knocked out.

 

[lucybears]

What's the field like for this years edition? I know Cav and Lance are in as they are on American teams who seem to be taking this tour as a priority. But what other top riders are here? Personally I think moving it to May has been the wrong move as many of the top riders may stay away as they will not be prepared to put up with the long travel out to America at this time of the year when they are in full training for the Tour de France.

http://www.cyclingfever.com/editie.html?detp=view&_ap=startlijst&editie_idd=MTk3MTY=

 

[tgsgirl]

If not I'll go with Bos, if anything happens to him Boonen is my backup pick.

Boonen wants to pick one stage to win, but he's got some trouble with his gluteus maximus.

 

[Andrichuk]

Boonen wants to pick one stage to win, but he's got some trouble with his gluteus maximus.

How so?

Saddle sore?

 

[tgsgirl]

They're thinking a blocked nerve from sitting on the plane too long, they're not sure. It's not a really big problem and it seems to hurt more when he's walking then when he's on the bike, but if he doesn't even try for the win (he tends to hide in the peloton when he's not in the mood), that's probably why.

 

[Andrichuk]

Thanks for the info Tgsgirl, thats unfortunate for him.

 

[tgsgirl]

Thanks for the info Tgsgirl, thats unfortunate for him.

Your sig sounds Dutch, so I'll link the Sporza article in case you understand it -
http://www.sporza.be/cm/sporza/wielrennen/100516_Boonen_Californie

 

[Andrichuk]

Your sig sounds Dutch, so I'll link the Sporza article in case you understand it -
http://www.sporza.be/cm/sporza/wielrennen/100516_Boonen_Californie

Producer from the NL, I can't speak the language myself but I'll see how well Google can translate it for me!

 

[craig1985]

They're thinking a blocked nerve from sitting on the plane too long, they're not sure. It's not a really big problem and it seems to hurt more when he's walking then when he's on the bike, but if he doesn't even try for the win (he tends to hide in the peloton when he's not in the mood), that's probably why.

I thought they flew business class on the long haul trips, not in economy/coach!

 

[tgsgirl]

I thought they flew business class on the long haul trips, not in economy/coach!

Maybe that's the difference between Sky and Quick-Step Tombo's had back problems (nerves) before, so... Either way, I'm just telling you what Sporza is telling me.

 

[craig1985]

Even if they were flying in coach, I'm sure Tommeke could afford an upgrade, unless he has spent all his money on coke and fast cars.

 

[maltiv]

I think this is one of the few stages that won't be won by Sagan.

 

[craig1985]

What? Sagan is going to sweep up every stage.

 

[Moondance]

What? Sagan is going to sweep up every stage.

You may jest... But I honestly would not be surprised if he walks away with 3 or 4 stages. Only the length of the LA TT is what's keeping me from picking him for the GC.

 

[Eratosthenes]

I'm interested in how Fly V Australia will compete against the pro Tour teams. They are topping the National Racing Calendar this year (also topped it last year I believe). Considering their desire to step up to Pro Tour status (and ride in the 2012 TDF) I expect they will be wanting to demonstrate their potential in this race which is receiving more media and European interest than normal.

I would like to see a win from this team, or at very least be attacking hard, getting into the spotlight in breakaways, and on a podium or two. The team: Jonathan Cantwell (AUS), Benjamin Day (AUS), Charles Dionne (CAN), Aaron Kemps (AUS), Darren Lill (RSA), Bernie Sulzberger (AUS), Jay Thompson (RSA), Phil Zaijek (USA)

Day, Lill, Kemp and Sulzberger all wining races in Aus and USA, Zaijek also performing well. Bernie Sulzberger, like Richie Porte is from Tasmania. So we don't only produce gods of cricket ala Boonie and Punter.

 

[hamperium]

bos will not win

the hills are not that good for Bos.
why not a surprise 2day in the USA
i think Lars Boom wins the first stage
http://www.flickr.com/photos/hamperium_espana/3868920566/

 

[ErmOkk]

the hills are not that good for Bos.
why not a surprise 2day in the USA
i think Lars Boom wins the first stage
http://www.flickr.com/photos/hamperium_espana/3868920566/

 

[Dekker_Tifosi]

Does anybody know how late the stage gets aired in CET (central european time)?