UCI reels in another small fish

[Hugh Januss]

Yet another B-teamer falls. http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/jimenez-sanchez-provisionally-suspended-for-doping-violation
Are we really suppose to believe that these are the only guys doping?

 

[issoisso]

I'm extremely surprised......that certain riders on his team haven't tested positive

 

[Mellow Velo]

I think they toss EPO in the salad, in Central Iberia.
Yet another Puerto positive.
Xorret de Cati will never be the same.

 

[issoisso]

I think they toss EPO in the salad, in Central Iberia.
Yet another Puerto positive.
Xorret de Cati will never be the same.

Don't be like that. Look on the bright side. He's officially a Rock Racing rider now. Let's point and laugh

 

[BikeCentric]

Yet another B-teamer falls. http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/jimenez-sanchez-provisionally-suspended-for-doping-violation
Are we really suppose to believe that these are the only guys doping?

Of course, a true champion doesn't NEED to dope!

 

[the big ring]

3.5 months. Ridiculous.

 

[Oldman]

Of course, a true champion doesn't NEED to dope!

That's really true. You do have to live or vacation in Spain alot, though.

 

[Mellow Velo]

I see that Bobby Gesink is house hunting in Girona.

Rock Racing BS: " OK, scratch another one. Now, where did I leave my Puerto list? They guys may come cheap, but I'm running out of options...."

 

[cyclegeek]

Yet another B-teamer falls. http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/jimenez-sanchez-provisionally-suspended-for-doping-violation
Are we really suppose to believe that these are the only guys doping?

Absolutely, believe it and get used to it. Little guys have nothin to lose while the big fish have realized they have everything to lose.

 

[Cogombre]

I see that Bobby Gesink is house hunting in Girona.

Rock Racing BS: " OK, scratch another one. Now, where did I leave my Puerto list? They guys may come cheap, but I'm running out of options...."

So the next is Contador!?

 

[Hugh Januss]

Absolutely, believe it and get used to it. Little guys have nothin to lose while the big fish have realized they have everything to lose.

Hah, I get it you're being sarcastic, right?

 

[cyclegeek]

Optimistic is the word I would use.

 

[Hugh Januss]

Optimistic is the word I would use.

I guess one mans optimism is another mans wishful thinking.

 

[auscyclefan94]

Funny to see what teams he has rode for;
iBanesto
Communidad valencia
Karpin Galicia (Xacobeo)

 

[fatandfast]

Yet another B-teamer falls. http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/jimenez-sanchez-provisionally-suspended-for-doping-violation
Are we really suppose to believe that these are the only guys doping?

funny..fishing..? the guy is a 10 year pro won 3 stages in a grand tour.A dozen wins as a pro. I guess some people are really picky about the size of their fish.It wasn't Boonen but this guy is good.

 

[Ferminal]

Absolutely, believe it and get used to it. Little guys have nothin to lose while the big fish have realized they have everything to lose.

I agree, losing a top-tier contract simply because you aren't good enough would be a bit of a loss.

 

[BikeCentric]

funny..fishing..? the guy is a 10 year pro won 3 stages in a grand tour.A dozen wins as a pro. I guess some people are really picky about the size of their fish.It wasn't Boonen but this guy is good.

No, he used to be good. He was good back when he was on iBanesto like 7 seven years ago. This is what the UCI does, cherry picks the old guys who are at the end of the road.

 

[auscyclefan94]

No, he used to be good. He was good back when he was on iBanesto like 7 seven years ago. This is what the UCI does, cherry picks the old guys who are at the end of the road.

They haven't done so with lance. I guess they would do that though so all their victories are tarnished.

 

[David Suro]

The 'small fish' cannot afford all of the means to ensure that they can avoid detection. The 'big fish' have the best dope, the best doctors, and the most resources.

Unfortunately, doping has long been a part of the sport and will probably continue to be. There are millions of dollars at stake, huge egos, fame, glory, and all that jazz.

The good news is that doping does not take away from the aesthetic beauty of the sport. It also doesn't affect the way regular riders enjoy regular rides.

I feel truly sorry for anyone in any profession who feels they have to break rules in order to become successful or achieve their goals. These men deserve our sympathy more than they deserve our scorn.

 

[cyclegeek]

The 'small fish' cannot afford all of the means to ensure that they can avoid detection. The 'big fish' have the best dope, the best doctors, and the most resources.

Unfortunately, doping has long been a part of the sport and will probably continue to be. There are millions of dollars at stake, huge egos, fame, glory, and all that jazz.

The good news is that doping does not take away from the aesthetic beauty of the sport. It also doesn't affect the way regular riders enjoy regular rides.

I feel truly sorry for anyone in any profession who feels they have to break rules in order to become successful or achieve their goals. These men deserve our sympathy more than they deserve our scorn.

That's pessimism at it's best. Come on, things are getting better and will continue to do so!

 

[issoisso]

That's pessimism at it's best. Come on, things are getting better and will continue to do so!

It's also what everyone who breaks the omerta tells us. Yet most fans, like you, tend to believe it's not true just because it would be too much to take if it were

 

[Oldman]

It's also what everyone who breaks the omerta tells us. Yet most fans, like you, tend to believe it's not true just because it would be too much to take if it were

Explain it in terms of Nascar team/budgets. Then they'll understand how the "advantages" are gained. Funny that us 'Muricans don't get incensed when the Oval Road show stars get caught cheating with cars near as much as we call out those in cycling. Similar to a Euro response to rider doping. Meaning to be funny but it seems similar.