Favorite Rider

Don't judge us by our questionable foreign policies. Come down to Massachusetts and ride with my club followed by a hot cup of coffee and some good cycling talk. You might change your opinion of the USA.

 

This may sound stupid, but I enjoyed the hell out of watching Thomas Voeckler in the tour de france. Just a tuff little guy. He is no lance, but I had to admire the guy.

 

I think he got called for a foul three or four years ago when he leaned on the other sprinter at the very end. It was very obvious too. But, I agree with you. He is a great rider and looks like a nice guy too.

Oytun

 

Hi Group,

I would have to say my favorite riders today would have to be Stuart O'Grady and Floyd Landis. I just the love the heart these two riders display in each and every event they enter.

It's too bad neither will ever win a grand tour, but they still seem to find ways to shine.

~Fletch

 

That was one of my highlights from the tour .

Abraham Olano was my favourite rider for a long time; my fave current day would be Robbie McEwen. I used to think he was a whiny pain in the butt but he's really matured over the last couple of years. One of the fastest riders I've ever seen, too.

 

Heh I forgot to add Chavanel, he`s one of my top favs..

 

Watching the Hard Road and Pro has really made me admire the American domestic circuit. Being a Canadian, and hearing such good things about Gord Fraser, I can't help but support him.

But I suppose for the European scene, I like some of the more 'humble Americans' (an oxymoron???) like Julich and Hincapie.

 

I like Bettini and his never say die attitude, would like to meet the guy and see if he is how i imagine him to be.

Fav all time has to be Fondriest, man what a stylish rider, i met him at the Leeds Classic some years ago and he was a really decent chap. Also liked Phil Anderson, watched him a few times on the Kelloggs Pro Tour and i really liked him.

 

I got to meet Curt at a velodrome once and he is a great guy....... Trackies seeem to have more fun loving personality then most roadies ..... The man had style...... And cycling needs more guys like him......