GLuvsMtb Posted March 29, 2017 Share Super Cycling had a few fundamental issues / flaws / shortcomings:1. Andrew being strongly linked with Cycle Lab limited their ability to get good honest equipment reviews done. Its no good reviewing the latest Spesh if the lab cannot have it on the floor.2. Presenters made a very concerted effort to only brush over controversial and sensitive topics like doping, motorised doping, Tour of SA being cancelled, etc. If these topics were dealt with in a more robust and open fashion, the avid cyclist may have remained interested. (Think of how Nick Mallett speaks his mind on Boots and All or whatever its called these days).3. They never really did any proper build-up towards major events. This goes hand in hand with our races not getting live airtime. Now if they could have a live broadcast with a little panel discussion before / after the event every weekend, they would almost by default get the viewer numbers up. Live content is expensive to produce, but pulls numbers No-one wants to see the same show repeated 5 times a week anymore.4. Presenters were just dull! I have met many characters in cycling that could have made it more fun / entertaining (think Top Gear type of format). MTB Cruiser, Frosty, Gen and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NelAndre Posted March 29, 2017 Share Super Cycling had a few fundamental issues / flaws / shortcomings:1. Andrew being strongly linked with Cycle Lab limited their ability to get good honest equipment reviews done. Its no good reviewing the latest Spesh if the lab cannot have it on the floor.2. Presenters made a very concerted effort to only brush over controversial and sensitive topics like doping, motorised doping, Tour of SA being cancelled, etc. If these topics were dealt with in a more robust and open fashion, the avid cyclist may have remained interested. (Think of how Nick Mallett speaks his mind on Boots and All or whatever its called these days).3. They never really did any proper build-up towards major events. This goes hand in hand with our races not getting live airtime. Now if they could have a live broadcast with a little panel discussion before / after the event every weekend, they would almost by default get the viewer numbers up. Live content is expensive to produce, but pulls numbers No-one wants to see the same show repeated 5 times a week anymore.4. Presenters were just dull! I have met many characters in cycling that could have made it more fun / entertaining (think Top Gear type of format).Agree fully. Especially point 2. Patchelicious 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gen Posted March 29, 2017 Share Super Cycling had a few fundamental issues / flaws / shortcomings:1. Andrew being strongly linked with Cycle Lab limited their ability to get good honest equipment reviews done. Its no good reviewing the latest Spesh if the lab cannot have it on the floor.2. Presenters made a very concerted effort to only brush over controversial and sensitive topics like doping, motorised doping, Tour of SA being cancelled, etc. If these topics were dealt with in a more robust and open fashion, the avid cyclist may have remained interested. (Think of how Nick Mallett speaks his mind on Boots and All or whatever its called these days).3. They never really did any proper build-up towards major events. This goes hand in hand with our races not getting live airtime. Now if they could have a live broadcast with a little panel discussion before / after the event every weekend, they would almost by default get the viewer numbers up. Live content is expensive to produce, but pulls numbers No-one wants to see the same show repeated 5 times a week anymore.4. Presenters were just dull! I have met many characters in cycling that could have made it more fun / entertaining (think Top Gear type of format).That really sums it up  I stopped watching it a long time ago for all those reasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NelAndre Posted March 29, 2017 Share Most rugby fans don't know how a computer or the internet works.  As a rugby fan: Nowadays I also do not know how the rules or competitions work anymore...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patchelicious Posted March 29, 2017 Share That really sums it up I stopped watching it a long time ago for all those reasons.So you never got to see the new presenters and the improvement they made? Gen 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gen Posted March 29, 2017 Share So you never got to see the new presenters and the improvement they made? funny man But I think bikehub admin can tap into the market for an online show hey. Mongoose! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patchelicious Posted March 29, 2017 Share Super Cycling had a few fundamental issues / flaws / shortcomings:1. Andrew being strongly linked with Cycle Lab limited their ability to get good honest equipment reviews done. Its no good reviewing the latest Spesh if the lab cannot have it on the floor. Gear Reviews were not great in general. 2. Presenters made a very concerted effort to only brush over controversial and sensitive topics like doping, motorised doping, Tour of SA being cancelled, etc. If these topics were dealt with in a more robust and open fashion, the avid cyclist may have remained interested. (Think of how Nick Mallett speaks his mind on Boots and All or whatever its called these days). Owen commenting on dopers? LOL3. They never really did any proper build-up towards major events. This goes hand in hand with our races not getting live airtime. Now if they could have a live broadcast with a little panel discussion before / after the event every weekend, they would almost by default get the viewer numbers up. Live content is expensive to produce, but pulls numbers No-one wants to see the same show repeated 5 times a week anymore. Our local races, especially MTB, generate income, these races should look at producing their own race specific content to broadcast outside off the "generic SuperCycling" slot, keep the she about news, discussions, gear etc.4. Presenters were just dull! I have met many characters in cycling that could have made it more fun / entertaining (think Top Gear type of format). I liked some of Andrews more diplomatic approaches, but I think he is that age where "fighting" for a good cause is just not worth it (think your point 2) From a gear review point of view, one word... crowd source.You make some very valid points. Edited March 29, 2017 by Patchelicious Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tristand Posted March 29, 2017 Share The rugby fans are just that, fans.Where as the target market are cycling participants,so I don't think that the two are a good comparison. Mongoose! and Patchelicious 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patchelicious Posted March 29, 2017 Share The rugby fans are just that, fans.Where as the target market are cycling participants,so I don't think that the two are a good comparison. BullSSSheet If it wasn't for knee issues, apparently about 80% of my friends would be playing for the Bokke! Tristand, Cheabb78, Duane_Bosch and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coppi Posted March 29, 2017 Share This one  http://cycling-today.com/images/Niki-Gudex-thumb.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patchelicious Posted March 29, 2017 Share This one  http://cycling-today.com/images/Niki-Gudex-thumb.jpgBars are too narrow, she is going to fall. coppi 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tristand Posted March 29, 2017 Share This one  http://cycling-today.com/images/Niki-Gudex-thumb.jpgThat look could be improved with her down low on some drop bars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patchelicious Posted March 29, 2017 Share That look could be improved with her down low on some drop bars.But then should would be banned from MTB events.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tristand Posted March 29, 2017 Share BullSSSheet If it wasn't for knee issues, apparently about 80% of my friends would be playing for the Bokke!Pity it is impossible to recover from knee, hamstring, etc injuries.Such a pity. Patchelicious 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tristand Posted March 29, 2017 Share But then should would be banned from MTB events....All the better for us roadies Patchelicious 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coppi Posted March 29, 2017 Share What about InCycle?I have not watched any episodes yet, is it any good? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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