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| Deadpool |
Posted on 08-04-2008 15:35
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Well, as the debate over Paris-Roubaix has started, we shouldn't forget about Ghent-Wevelgem on the 9th, so,
1. What do you think is the projected outcome?
2. Will it be decided in a sprint, or by an attack on the Kemmelberg climb?
Edited by Crommy on 08-04-2008 16:36
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| Addy291 |
Posted on 08-04-2008 15:39
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Hammond for the win!!
To be fair he did come 2nd last year, (because he let Burghart win) realistically, there are a number of riders capable, Hushovd normally does fairly well here, but there are a lot of better riders than him, so I have no idea
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Posted on 08-04-2008 15:42
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I actually agree that Hammond has a legitimate shot at winning, especially because I think some of the other top riders like Hushovd may hold back, so they can make a run at the "Hell of the North" |
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Posted on 08-04-2008 15:45
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No, he doesn't - unless Cav crashes or DNF, he'll stick by his side and close gaps and/or lead him out in the sprint. High Road aren't stupid, Cavendish isn't third favourite for no good reason.  |
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Posted on 08-04-2008 15:47
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Ciolek will lead out Cav, and if the race is coming down to a sprint with 5-10 km to go, tactical sense is to give it a go, because the worst that can happen is that he is caught and Cav will still be involved in the sprint |
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| issoisso |
Posted on 08-04-2008 15:49
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this only ever ends in a sprint when there are several very strong teams pulling for one
I don't think that's the case this year at all. Still, you never know. Anyone can win.
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| Deadpool |
Posted on 08-04-2008 15:55
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In a related G-W note, I have to note that I believe that Cipo won in '02 simply because of his jersey 
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Posted on 08-04-2008 15:57
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It was a great race that, I have it on DVDB) One of the very few times Cipo attacked, and it was a beautiful win
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Posted on 08-04-2008 16:17
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I like GW 2001 as well, because the guy sitting 3rd in Deadpools picture won that year! OF course I may be a bit bias. What a great pic to see Fast Freddy in there as well as Big George.
Always disappointed Freddy never did more, and part of me says that GW 2001 may have been the only classic (semi) Big George is ever going to win.
Everybody beats up Hoste for his near misses, but Big George has had his share as well. DOn't get me wrong LOVE the guy but damn it always the Bridesmaid never the Bride...so to speak.
One other tidbit, some young kid named Tom riding for US Postal was in there for a top10 finish.... |
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Posted on 08-04-2008 16:33
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I think with some riders looking towards the Hell of the North, this could be a very interesting race
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Posted on 08-04-2008 16:35
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It's called Gent Wevelgem by the way, without the h
Shame on you Deadpool! |
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Posted on 08-04-2008 16:36
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I think it will be a sprint and Hushovd, Zabel and McEwen will be top 3, but dunno in what order |
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Posted on 08-04-2008 16:36
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Ruben wrote:
It's called Gent Wevelgem by the way, without the h
Shame on you Deadpool!
Have to agree - time to use my administrative powers to make it right
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Posted on 08-04-2008 16:38
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Crommy wrote:
Ruben wrote:
It's called Gent Wevelgem by the way, without the h
Shame on you Deadpool!
Have to agree - time to use my administrative powers to make it right Hurray for Crommy B) |
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Posted on 08-04-2008 17:05
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Sorry, Americanized spelling is with a h
Edited by Deadpool on 08-04-2008 17:08
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| rodda |
Posted on 09-04-2008 07:07
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hope all the riders make it over the kemmelberg this time
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Posted on 09-04-2008 12:09
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rodda wrote:
hope all the riders make it over the kemmelberg this time
they will, they changed the descent of the kemmelberg to another road which is not (as) dangerous |
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Posted on 09-04-2008 12:43
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That road is not cobbled, which makes a huge difference |
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Posted on 09-04-2008 13:30
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MortChill wrote:
rodda wrote:
hope all the riders make it over the kemmelberg this time
they will, they changed the descent of the kemmelberg to another road which is not (as) dangerous
oh damn i was rather looking foward to it 
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Posted on 09-04-2008 14:09
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poor guy up front looks terrible over the climb
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