Hardegat Posted August 9, 2011 Share I was watching Supercycling's coverage of the Knysna Seriously Strong 200 race (looks like big fun!). I could not believe the shocking behaviour in front of the camera by one of the leading guys - those who watched it will know what I'm talking about. I understand we all get caught up in the emotion of the race but there are limits. The guy had some bad luck / bad tyre choice and had to finish on his rim. At the finish he made a big scene (like a kid who dropped his ice-cream), punching the ground??!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
River Rat Posted August 9, 2011 Share With a little girl trying to give him a drink watching on. Me thinks he's going to regret this tantrum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaco-fiets Posted August 9, 2011 Share Some people act out of character when the camera is on them. The guy you mentioning is actually a real chill laid back guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyatt Earp Posted August 9, 2011 Share Interesting first post, but why generalise ?What you meant was the strange behavior of A top cyclist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest agteros Posted August 9, 2011 Share nothing stinky left on the road? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNT1 Posted August 9, 2011 Share The guy you mentioning is actually a real chill laid back guy Yeah, it's always the quiet one, isn't it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neildp Posted August 9, 2011 Share I agree, that was real *** style by the ou in full-dynamix kit. They actually won the race, just lost the stage. Tyre problems happen, deal with it. I don't care how laid back the dude apparently is, that was idiotic. I've seen similar scenes from okes up here, and one guy in particular's dad that really know how to complain if his boy doesnt win. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thug Posted August 9, 2011 Share Actually referng back to this race, what bike was Shan riding? edit: the above post answered my question Edited August 9, 2011 by Thug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardegat Posted August 9, 2011 Share Interesting first post, but why generalise ?What you meant was the strange behavior of A top cyclist.You're right, I probably should not generalise as most cyclists I've met are nice guys & gals - even the top ones. I don't know the guy - he might be a nice guy but I still think it was in bad taste. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danger Dassie Posted August 9, 2011 Share Didn't see the footage yet, so can't really comment.Definitely *** style if thats how things played out. Â Mind you, by the same token just as *** to come onto a forum and make an open ended first post with a few personal digs to boot. Under a pseudonym nogal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
messenger Posted August 9, 2011 Share So is the question then: why would SC air it and give him the pleasure?Do not condone; but just 'coz he is a top cyclist does not mean he is perfect - many sports persona have blips on their CV's. Be sure some will be watching your behaviour on the hub sooner or later feathers will be ruffeled - once you have a couple more posts.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaco-fiets Posted August 9, 2011 Share I agree, that was real *** style by the ou in full-dynamix kit. They actually won the race, just lost the stage. Tyre problems happen, deal with it. I don't care how laid back the dude apparently is, that was idiotic. I've seen similar scenes from okes up here, and one guy in particular's dad that really know how to complain if his boy doesnt win. Dont get me wrong. Im not justifying his behaviour. He should not have acted that way. Just saying that people sometimes acts out of character when the camera is on them. He is sponsored by full dynamics and that behaviour was obviously not good for the sponsor. Especially after this thread..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hardegat Posted August 9, 2011 Share Didn't see the footage yet, so can't really comment.Definitely *** style if thats how things played out. Â Mind you, by the same token just as *** to come onto a forum and make an open ended first post with a few personal digs to boot. Under a pseudonym nogal. So what would a good first post be? What is open ended about it? I don't know the guy from a bar of soap - nothing personal. Just an observation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
River Rat Posted August 9, 2011 Share Don't fret, any post that does not go with the flow or against it will be examined, probed and ridiculed. Just live up to your name and you'll be fine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TNT1 Posted August 9, 2011 Share Don't fret, any post that does not go with the flow or against it will be examined, probed and ridiculed. Just live up to your name and you'll be fine   I agree. F*&k em, OP. I think It's a perfectly good first post. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wyatt Earp Posted August 9, 2011 Share I will add a little rant though, and not referring to this situation, I also haven't seen it.Many cyclists dont realise when they wear their sponsors kit, they become ambassadors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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