[CT '17] VMP - Argon 18
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Posted on 02-02-2018 16:39
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#ItsComming #ChangesAhead #18/07/17
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Posted on 03-02-2018 11:52
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Isostar, Puma and Citroën become the team's partners from 2018
With Tour of Andorra almost complete VMP - Argon 18 was more than happy te make some announcements. While the major announcement surrounding the main sponsor is rumoured to be set in stone, it will not be announced until the start of Tour of Bulgaria in July.
Instead CEO ivaneurope was pleased to announce three small-scale deals with Isostar, Citroën and Puma. In a press release the team has stated that "We're pleased to announce partnership deals with Isostar, Citroën and Puma for the 2018 season. Despite the current performance of the team there are still companies willing to invest in the team."
The announcent that Isostar has signed a deal with the team caused speculations about their relationship with the Isostar-Adriatic. Isostar quickly denied claims that they'd end sponsorship for Croatia14's outfit,
stating that "We're fully commitred to our partnership with Croatia's team and our deal with ivaneurope is as minor sponsor and our name would not be featured in the team's (VMP) naming for 2018". Isostar could strenghten the relationship with both teams with ivaneurope expressing willingness for a "strategic alliance" between the teams.
Citroën's deal was brokered with the brand's dealership in Bulgaria -Automotor Corporation - and would offer a wide range of vehicles with the C4 Cactus rumoured to be the team's team car with the Jumper serving as spare parts hub during service.
Puma would provide teamwear to the team, but the race suit is believed to be most likely made by Belgian company Bioracer.
EDIT: The Isostar and Puma deals are declared void due to contractual issues.
Edited by ivaneurope on 14-02-2018 09:11
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Posted on 14-02-2018 08:17
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BREAKING NEWS: Information management company Adastra will become the main sponsor for the team in 2018, signing a long-term deal. Full details later.
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Posted on 14-02-2018 08:22
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Interesting news about Isostar! Also wondering if there's a connection with Puma as well now Adastra is interesting, going to go more Canadian?
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Posted on 14-02-2018 08:45
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jandal7 wrote:
Interesting news about Isostar! Also wondering if there's a connection with Puma as well now Adastra is interesting, going to go more Canadian?
The team currently holds both Bulgarian and Canadian license and will stay that way for next season, but the team will feature Canadian riders as part of the package.
Also Vivacom out, Mtel in as the team signs a deal with the second of the three telecommunications giants in Bulgaria.
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Posted on 14-02-2018 08:55
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Double sponsors were not allowed in the MG in past years. Hence the Isostar/Puma sponsorship can`t really work as those are with croatia and cio already. |
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Posted on 14-02-2018 09:00
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roturn wrote:
Double sponsors were not allowed in the MG in past years. Hence the Isostar/Puma sponsorship can`t really work as those are with croatia and cio already.
These are set to be minor sponsors in my team, but can't find any alternatives if I'm not allowed to have Isostar and Puma logos on my jersey
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Posted on 14-02-2018 09:04
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It`s about any kind of sponsor.
Not sure what you mean with no alternative for 2 small sponsors though. |
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Posted on 14-02-2018 09:12
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Breaking news: Official presentation POSTPONED. Deals with Isostar and Puma called off.
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Posted on 14-02-2018 09:31
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OK @roturn, which nuttrition companies are not used in the ManGame? For the casual clothing I've found an replacement
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Posted on 14-02-2018 09:48
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Well, not sure about them all. But I guess there are plenty.
Gatorade, Red Bull, Sport Active O2, Magic Man, PowerBAR, Multipower, Inko, Weider to just name some after a quick google.
There are probably 10+ more. |
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Posted on 14-02-2018 11:41
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Etixx is also taken - why when I choose sponsors they are ineligible?
ANNOUNCEMENT: Erreá will provide the team wear, BioRacer will provide the jersey and Northwave - the shoes
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Posted on 14-02-2018 14:10
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I have no issues with Isostar being a minor sponsor. I think there are 5 teams or so that use specialized as a minor sponsor. Isostar wouldn't be part of the team name of the current Vivacom team I guess, so there is no harm in that from my side.
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Posted on 15-02-2018 14:33
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Just in: Wander AG, parent company of Isostar, is determined to sponsor Adastra - Argon 18 for 2018. Allthough it may not be under the Isostar brand, Wander could use one of their other brands like Punch, Caotina or Jemalt. The team's official presentation would be made after the conclusion of the Tour of Bulgaria.
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Posted on 02-05-2018 12:55
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Following yet another underwhelming season, which saw the team being overtaken by Statoil in the final weeks, VMP - Argon 18 officially ceases to exist in its current form. The arrivals of the new sponsors would come in full swing once the new transfer season begins, but it's understood that the team is going to make huge changes within its roster as several riders would be most likely released.
100% gone from the team would be numerous riders - Maxime Le Montagner, Jonathon Thire, Mikel Nieve, Jan Stöhr, Daan Rijntjes and Clive Ebejer. Jakob Fuglsang and Maxim Belkov are also likely to leave. Grega Bole would probably be given one last chance at the Slovenia NC and only then would begin negotiations. Ivan Garcia Cortina's and Xhuliano Kamberaj's loans would end after the season and will return to their parent teams - Iberia and Isostar respectively. Nako Georgiev could be loaned out as long as there is a team willing to take him, while Marild Yzeiraj may also exit the team
The only one assured of his place in the team is unsurprisingly Petar Panayotov, who finished just shy off from TOP 50 in the CT standings and the Bulgarian climber, bought from Netlia, is set to be the team's leader. His wage could be reduced, but that depends on the negotiations. Stanislav Zaraliev and Nikolay Mihaylov voiced their concerns about them being deemed redundant to the needs of the team, but they could be retained. Same goes for Thomas Degand and the Romanian duo of Bedros and Petrache.
With many of the riders being shown the door after the season, the team would be most likely very active in the transfer market - trying to get bargain deals mostly from free agents or inter-team deals. It's unknown what direction the team will take in 2018 though.
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Posted on 02-05-2018 13:02
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necessary steps - Bole could still be of nice use however if he hast the chance to ride better fitting races more often (as he did f.e. in TDU iirc)
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Posted on 02-05-2018 13:31
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Croatia14 wrote:
necessary steps - Bole could still be of nice use however if he hast the chance to ride better fitting races more often (as he did f.e. in TDU iirc)
You mean races that suit his style better? Well, he is sprinter and good on hills - you mean stages with more hill approached profile. He could be of use on such terrain.
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Posted on 03-05-2018 09:32
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I hope Bole and Panayotov stay, great riders and agree with Croatia on Bole, get him to C1 races if the static CT calendar doesn't change! Can't wait to see the rebuild process, best of luck!
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Posted on 03-05-2018 15:05
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Petar is a good building block, and you might be able to shave something off of his wage to increase his efficiency. Grega is also a worthwhile rider (although decline coming up?). Needs the right race programme; I'd disagree with jandal's C1 approach, would likely get swamped. Other than that the words of Orange Juice (a forgotten 80's pop band) seem apt, "Rip it up and start again". Hope you have a good transfer season to rectify the pain of this year's lack of results.
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Posted on 03-05-2018 18:11
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Completely agree with Scorchio. C1 is not the location for a rider like Bole. Having managed Geschke for two years i speak from experience. However he will still be a valuable ct asset (if he doesnt decline?) And i would recommend to renew him. You have many riders who deserve the cut - Grega isnt one of them.
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