Sharkie 2

Sorry not sure how to post it otherwise only video I could get see online.

I think the TDF Femmes made her reconsider retirement.

Dan Bigham had a crash as well. G Basson finished in 18th.

Wahoo do have the pedals and GPS's to keep them going and with like most things cycling related a proportionate of cyclists always want the newest so sales should tick over.

Hoping both are on the start line for RR.

No Saffas on the start line for woman's TT.

They normally ask you what is in the box or bike bag at check in, that probably counts as declaration?

They probably do ask the regions to bid, in reality the region who has the funds to host or sponsors lined up will get it. To be able to have the required insurances in place the will have to demonstrate the required RAMS for the routes selected. I really can't see how you can prove rider safety without full road closures or rolling road closures.

While watching the streaming of the ladies race yesterday I thought the same about the expansion joint and thought by myself how many riders will fall today because of wheels getting stuck. Ashleigh had a crash in a classic in EU a few years ago with a similar road detail.

Brigitte has helped and managed Jean since he started his journey for Olympic qualification nearly 5 years ago. She is well qualified and deserved to be selected and has the experience to manage the team.

I edited my original post above. UCI selection rules for Olympics are also at play.

Cycling SA had a selection policy irrespective of national titles with a number of classed events set out that resulted in rankings. *edit Also the selection policy from the UCi called for the following -Hold a validUCIlicense issued by aNational Federationrecognised by the UCI. -Have at least 10 UCIpoints in the Individual UCI World Ranking of 27 October 2019*

Nothing will happen to any individuals if claims are true. Lets hope CSA will get the leadership it needs, there are individuals who really try and do their best to support the athletes, this is not great for a Federation that is 9 months away from an Olympics. I truly hope whoever is appointed can take CSA to the level where it can be. Apparently Bellville Velodrome has been saved for another couple of years. This facility should be the base for CSA, follow the model that every other successful Cycling Federation has and make this HQ. Have gym facilities, physio’s, rider accommodation etc. Develop the talent and support them through the ranks.

Yeah I agree with watching taxi's...unfortunately where you may think it is a safe shoulder they will utilise it in traffic.

Today is soaking wet around England. Tomorrow is looking like mostly overcast...so normal UK day. Thursday/Friday forecast 40% chance of showers...roads will stay wet Sat overcast Sun will be on/off rain...finish should be dry. This is the Met Office forecast but they often get it wrong it is an island after all