Trek going going gone

[The Gnome]

could be that the UCI is going to ratify his crucifixtion very soon and gave nike a heads up to save some sort face...word then got round...either that or it is just the usual MO of the scumbag corporate world he ran in...once one rat bails, the rest soon follow...

 

[Swifty's Cakes]

I bet there's some serious transferring of assets going on at the moment. LA's wife and kids are becoming very rich.

aye, and watch him file for bancrupcy to get protection from his creditors.

 

[Deagol]

Can someone please email Bicycle Village (sort of the Wal Mart of Bike stores, along with Performance) and tell them to rip down those $%^&*# Lance Armstrong banners they have up in their stores and burn them in the parking lot ???

 

[winkybiker]

More music.

"Honey Stinger, the Colorado-based nutrition company in which Armstrong has invested, announced that it was in the process of removing the Texan’s image from its products."

http://velonews.competitor.com/2012...ong-continues-livestrong-collaboration_261699

PS: Nike, RadioShack, Anheuser-Busch, Giro and Trek thus far.

That's great news. I have quite liked the Honey stinger products when they have been supplied at events, but have never bought any because of the CJ link. Now I might consider them. Or not.

 

[The Gnome]

That's great news. I have quite liked the Honey stinger products when they have been supplied at events, but have never bought any because of the CJ link. Now I might consider them. Or not.

if you buy their stuff you are just handing lance money...

 

[Sarcastic Wet Trout]

aye, and watch him file for bancrupcy to get protection from his creditors.

Nope. Lance has a lot of money. Not close to being bankrupt, and if he tried, judges know about the trick of transferring assets and are not shy about retrieving them.

Besides, when has a company ever sued and won against an athlete for being a d-bag?

 

[knewcleardaze]

I bet there's some serious transferring of assets going on at the moment. LA's wife and kids are becoming very rich.

Does Lance have a wife?

 

[racyrichuk]

I suggest it would be no coincidence that all these long term sponsors determined within hours of each other to terminate Armstrong sponsorships but continue to support the LAF charity.

Once a significant sponsor indicated it was too hot in the kitchen to be with now toxic LA, Armstrong's advisors would have urged him to prevent a creeping domino effect over time and enter discussions with them all to terminate contracts but maintain Livestrong.

Hence, we have a whole series of similar media releases occurring within hours. I would not be surprised if Armstrong is party to release agreements in which he agreed not to litigate for breaches of contracts.

@Dimspace on twitter seems to have some miraculous insight into what's going on. He's on here sometimes too I think. Where is he in his hour of triumph?
Anyway, this tweet is very interesting, and nauseating:

Fascinating fact.. the Public Relations company employed by Trek, Oakley, Stinger Bee, etc just happens to be owned by the L/Strong Chairman

 

[Dr. Maserati]

Does Lance have a wife?

Am, ah.
I think a better question would be "is he married?" - then no.

@Dimspace on twitter seems to have some miraculous insight into what's going on. He's on here sometimes too I think. Where is he in his hour of triumph?
Anyway, this tweet is very interesting, and nauseating:

Jeff Garvey is the new Chairman of LAF.
He was in to a load of businesses in Austin- and he is also mentioned in the Mellow Johnnys public records.

 

[darkcloud]

imo, they still look bad for continuing to support him til they had all the evidence from usada.....one reason i will never own a single thing trek makes/or sells.

damn straight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:d

 

[Ninety5rpm]

Believe me, once the dust settles, Livestrong's revenues are going down, down, down, and they won't be able to justify paying Armstrong.

Tygart for president.

And Landis for vice-president.

 

[Sarcastic Wet Trout]

Contribute to the Lance Fairness Fund by purchasing his old jersey.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lance-Armstrong-Authentic-Signed-2005-Tour-De-France-Discovery-Jersey-PROOF-/180993811939?pt=US_Autographs&hash=item2a241265e3

If you look closely, you'll see authentic needle marks.

 

[darkcloud]

what about a public apology to greg lemond?

damn straight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:d

 

[trompe le monde]

It's great that Trek decided to put their relationship with Armstrong out by the curb beside the trash for weekly collection. Never have been a fan of Trek per se, but it's nice to read Lance is painfully, slowly getting his comeeuppance.

 

[winkybiker]

if you buy their stuff you are just handing lance money...

That's why the "Or not." in my post.

 

[Sarcastic Wet Trout]

If Livestrong is paying him an actual salary that too will come under fire.

The Lance Armstrong Foundation does not pay Lance Armstrong a salary.

 

[86TDFWinner]

Besides, when has a company ever sued and won against an athlete for being a d-bag?

Barry Sanders Vs The Detroit Lions(delusional Barry actually thought he'd be able to keep a huge part of his signing bonus, and/or cotract, when he abruptly "retired" on them). They won a judgement of like $9 mill against him, also see Lions Vs Charles Rogers.


Lance won't be sued for being a d bag, he'll be sued for misleading folks.

 

[BroDeal]

Damn! Armstrong is going to ruin our fun by making an admission.

I hope he miscalculates the risk and ends up in prison.

 

[winkybiker]

If the sponsors banded together, they could establish a new Cancer Charity into which they could donate and benefit from. The time is right. With all the publicity at the moment, it would be a perfect time to launch an ethical competing charity and sever all ties with the LAF. The mainstream press would cover it. They could quickly and effectively establish a competing "brand" for the sort of fundraising that the Livestrong brand facilitated. They could remove all (non historic) taint. Remove the colour yellow from the merchandise.

And direct the money to actual research.

 

[richwagmn]

Does anyone know or have a link to what actually happened between LeMond and Trek. I know Greg probably can't talk a lot about it because he received a settlement. But, I've never heard or read the full story.

 

[richwagmn]

I agree...but if I were Greg, I would STILL sue the pants off Trek. Time to take your medicine Trek.

Except Greg and Trek settled for some amount of money.

 

[Sarcastic Wet Trout]

Does anyone know or have a link to what actually happened between Lemond and Trek.

Trek produced LeMond bikes beginning in 1995.
Lemond calls Lance a doper.
Lance calls Trek and Trek ends their contract with Lemond.

http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/trek-ends-relationship-with-greg-lemond-15701/

 

[Sarcastic Wet Trout]

Hey, what's the odds of Trek drunk-dialing Lemond asking for one more chance?

Baby come back. You look so much better than the b1tch I just dumped.

 

[D-Queued]

Does anyone know or have a link to what actually happened between LeMond and Trek. I know Greg probably can't talk a lot about it because he received a settlement. But, I've never heard or read the full story.

The case was settled out of court in favor of LeMond.

There is no gag order.

LeMond can speak about the settlement if/when he chooses.

http://velonews.competitor.com/2010/02/news/treklemond-lawsuit-settled_103631

Dave.

 

[The Gnome]

Damn! Armstrong is going to ruin our fun by making an admission.

I hope he miscalculates the risk and ends up in prison.

Please don't Lance...come on and stand your ground...we are all behind you!