Trailer for the new documentary on Paul Kimmage

[skippy]

Responded to both Irish Peloton & Facebook , for what it's worth ! The Doco on Paul needs release in Late August bUT NO LATER than Mid september to influence the UCI Congress !

Whilst james burns aka phat mc queer is a split personality to us here in the " clinic " , he is the bearer of GIFTS to those he chooses to influence . Those working in Aigle , no doubt suffer the stench of corruption , only continue as there are so few alternative employment ops?

My comment to Irish Peloton , etc :

" james burn aka pat mc quaid better known as phat of the aigle tag team duo , is currently considering amongst other things , whether to honour a commitment given to Cycling Ireland !

It would surprise noone when he fails to honour that commitment ! Fact is one of the C I Board has already QUIT , since he knows the whole thing was a FARCE and he wants no further part of that ! At least there goes a man with his Integrity intact !

Each week we see more absurdity emanate in Aigle , must be hard for the Local staff to endure the odure ? Who wants to live with the stench of Corruption , that includes brown paper bags from ALL & Sundry , donations from " Illustrious Cyclists ( Myths in their own mind )" , demands that the Russians find $7million to set about creating a " Tour of Russia " , Reports of mc queer declaring that nein fordruggen was acting in the best interests of UCI , by allowing " Doping " Suspicions even after said Ex president had declared " I can make you POSITIVE , any time i choose " and also lately " Armstrong is a friend of mine and he NEVER ; Never , never , etc "!

Phat is a man of many parts , BUT I WISH , he knew which part he is going to play as he gets out of bed each day ? Perhaps he repeats the mantra " What can i do to ANNOY all about , as i change my feet in the mouth moments " !

 

[RobbieCanuck]

I was talking about the general public who know very little about how cycling is governed. Most Irish people would only have a vague idea of who McQuaid is if they know of him at all. I am not sure who is funding this documentary but it if airs on RTE, the national broadcaster it will damage his reputation with the general public.

I think there was a feeling in the upper echelons of Irish cycling that McQuaid could deliver some goodies for Irish cycling, it was based on local issues rather than the greater good of cycling.

Most Irish cyclists if they have an opinion on McQuaid don't like him and would like to see him go. In my club I have not had a conversation with anyone who would defend McQuaid and have had plenty of conversations with ones who have no time for him. I have to admit most couldn't care less either way. They just want to cycle their bikes

I have also noticed a changing attitude to McQuaid from the mainstream media. A few years ago he was treated with respect as an Irish person who has done well for himself. Since the Armstrong downfall he is perceived like a corrupt politician. He used to be interviewed on an irregular basis on Irish radio and the drugs issue would come up and he would gloss over it saying how much he is doing to fight the scourge. The interviewers would let him spout his rubbish without challenging him. The more recent interviews are more robust and he is being challenged more. With all the new information out there now the journalists are armed with much more ammunition.

You asked are the Irish people blind to his incompetence. I think McQuaid is a very capable person its just a pity he uses his abilities in the way he does. He is a very ambitious dogged individual. Wouldn't world cycling be in a much better place if McQuaid used his ambition/doggedness to promote a clean drug free cycling. I think many people on this site who accuse McQuaid of incompetence confuse incompetence with corruption.

Thanks for your very considered explanation. I am encouraged Irish cyclists and fans recognize the jeopardy he has caused cycling.

I am wondering, given his ambitiousness, whether or not, now that he has reached the upper echelon of sporting governing bodies, his seat on the IOC has gone to his head?

If he goes out as President of the UCI, I assume he loses his seat on the IOC with all the "prestige," perks and influence that goes with it. It seems to me his doggedness is now focused on his personal survival in his exalted position rather than doing the right thing for cycling.

 

[masking_agent]

more damage to an already damaged sport

 

[ruamruam]

McQuaid in trouble

http://www.stickybottle.com/latest-...pressure-calls-egm-on-pat-mcquaid-nomination/

 

[armchairclimber]

Trailer looks great. Look forward to the film and GREAT news about the CI EGM.

 

[manafana]

i take kimmage with big pinch of salt these days, he has some fair points but goes wrong way about arguing them.

 

[Benotti69]

i take kimmage with big pinch of salt these days, he has some fair points but goes wrong way about arguing them.

maybe he needs some advice from a professional blogger

 

[veganrob]

i take kimmage with big pinch of salt these days, he has some fair points but goes wrong way about arguing them.

How is that?

 

[The Hitch]

I agree with Wiggins. Kimmage is just bitter that lance worked hard, applied himslef to something and won all those tours, unlike kimmage who didn't want to work hard and still lives with his moms (or at least that's what the house looks like).

 

[Galic Ho]

Are you saying McQuaid's reputation in Ireland is secure? I recognize that Cycling Ireland nominated McQuaid, and this would indicate a certain level of confidence by senior cycling administrators in Ireland.

But the rest of the cycling world has been clamoring for McQuaid's head based on his totally inept handling of the doping issues and the Armstrong case in particular.

Surely cycling fans in Ireland are not so isolated they cannot grasp the disaster that would result if McQuaid was again elected as President. Surely they don't have to wait for a documentary to be aired before they understand the seriousness of the problem? Or is that the problem? Are the Irish really blind to his incompetence?

Just asking.

Why ask questions to things which you already know the answer?

Some Irish care. They are the minority. There is maybe 1 or 2 on this forum. The rest are believers. They're not believers of the good side. They think it's the good side, but they're actually fighting against the truth. Just take a regular stroll on this forum and you'll find them.

Of course there are those who don't give a darn and just go about their existence. But in the cycling circles, the ones with the power to remove McQuaid, they haven't used their position to help Irish cycling. McQuaid, Verbruggen and co need to go the way of the Dodo. Their ilk has done enough damage to last 10 lifetimes.

 

[RobbieCanuck]

Why ask questions to things which you already know the answer?

Some Irish care. They are the minority. There is maybe 1 or 2 on this forum. The rest are believers. They're not believers of the good side. They think it's the good side, but they're actually fighting against the truth. Just take a regular stroll on this forum and you'll find them.

Of course there are those who don't give a darn and just go about their existence. But in the cycling circles, the ones with the power to remove McQuaid, they haven't used their position to help Irish cycling. McQuaid, Verbruggen and co need to go the way of the Dodo. Their ilk has done enough damage to last 10 lifetimes.

I live in Canada. How would I know what is happening in Ireland? That is why I asked the question of ruamruam, in order to get informed. Methinks you should read ruamruam's post #17. Hopefully the re-vote will bring an end to Mc and V as you hope.

 

[lean mean &green]

I find myself liking PK even more after watching the trailer.

I can't help but be confused by this entire conflict. I know how we got here. I understand the intricacies, the nuances, the subtleties and how short term thinking has gotten us to this point but it really isn't that complicated a fix. Independent testing, independent results management, greater emphasis on random and OOC testing, a more robust passport, transparency, etc.

It's now clear that effective anti-doping is in EVERYONE'S best interests. What's the hold up? We don't need a T and R, we know what everyone's been up to. Just get it done. Anyone who pauses for even one moment when asked about the above solutions is protecting the corrupt or drug fueled status quo. You should be skeptical of anyone involved in cycling who isn't making suggestions like I've mentioned at every chance they get every time a microphone is put in front of their face.

 

[Bosco10]

I agree with Wiggins. Kimmage is just bitter that lance worked hard, applied himslef to something and won all those tours, unlike kimmage who didn't want to work hard and still lives with his moms (or at least that's what the house looks like).

OK.. got it. Paul Kimmage is a lazy, cry baby, mama's boy.

 

[Bratam]

I agree with Wiggins. Kimmage is just bitter that lance worked hard, applied himslef to something and won all those tours, unlike kimmage who didn't want to work hard and still lives with his moms (or at least that's what the house looks like).

What an idiotic comment. Just my honest opinion.

 

[Benotti69]

What an idiotic comment. Just my honest opinion.

Read it again and this time read it aloud in an ironic tone

 

[del1962]

I agree with Wiggins. Kimmage is just bitter that lance worked hard, applied himslef to something and won all those tours, unlike kimmage who didn't want to work hard and still lives with his moms (or at least that's what the house looks like).

When did Wiggins say that, do you have a link or have you gone all hoggie?

 

[Boeing]

Can't wait.

I wonder if he will make any reference to Kelly and Roche; their friendship before Rough Ride and After?

 

[gooner]

Shown on Irish tv (RTE) Monday week.

 

[gooner]

Kimmage and his wife were guests on an Irish TV chat show last night talking about the documentary. Very good interview. There was a few clips from the film on it and it looks like it will be a fascinating watch.

Looking forward to this tomorrow night.

Don't know will RTE geo-restrict this on their website.

 

[Cloxxki]

Kimmage and his wife were guests on an Irish TV chat show last night talking about the documentary. Very good interview. There was a few clips from the film on it and it looks like it will be a fascinating watch.

Looking forward to this tomorrow night.

Don't know will RTE geo-restrict this on their website.

I hope someone will record and share.

 

[gooner]

Intetview with Kimmage.

Paints a pessimistic picture for future sports journalism.
Hopes he can get back on speaking terms with Walsh at some stage.
Has reservations about Nibali.

http://thescore.thejournal.ie/paul-...tice-1591253-Jul2014/?utm_source=twitter_self

 

[Benotti69]

Rough Rider documentary will be broadcast on RTE television and not available on the RTE iplayer.

Rough Rider The Film @RoughRider2013 · 21m

Check here http://wildfirefilms.net/mysitecaddy/site3/roughrider.htm … for @RoughRider2013 updates and broadcast details @wildfirefilm :

wildfirefilms hoping to announce other national broadcasts on their website above....

 

[pmcg76]

Just finished watching, as a documentary it was pretty good but if you already know Kimmage, his story and all the other folks featured, you ain't going to learn anything new or insightful. Probably great for the less informed.

It is very much a personal profile of Kimmage rather than offering any actual insight into doping, there is even very little on Paul's opinion on SKY/Froome for example. Strange considering how much they feature.

What will you learn watching Rough Rider? Paul Kimmage is a skpetic and has a conflicted relationship with the sport. But then who didn't know that already.

 

[del1962]

Just finished watching, as a documentary it was pretty good but if you already know Kimmage, his story and all the other folks featured, you ain't going to learn anything new or insightful. Probably great for the less informed.

It is very much a personal profile of Kimmage rather than offering any actual insight into doping, there is even very little on Paul's opinion on SKY/Froome for example. Strange considering how much they feature.

What will you learn watching Rough Rider? Paul Kimmage is a skpetic and has a conflicted relationship with the sport. But then who didn't know that already.

Does he say anything about the Tom Simpson memorial?

 

[pmcg76]

Does he say anything about the Tom Simpson memorial?

Yes he does visit the Tom Simpson memorial and talks about taking those responsible for his death to task and to the graves of all those who have died because of doping. According to Kimmage that is his justification for doing what he does and that if the authorities had taken action when Rough Ride was first published, those deaths might have been avoided.