Update on Everesting World record attempt

[Patchelicious]

Seems the attention sought is being fulfilled.

[dave303e]

OP did not take the time to go to the vegans thread to bring up veganism it so why must we? It is posted by the OP in the 1st post so it is relevant.

 

Also humans are the least sustainable things so in reality having children is the biggest no environmentally, eating meat is a minor inconvenience.

[Long Wheel Base]

As of an hour ago the attempt of Sun 12 May is still on. And there's a vegan braai on offer for those who wish to attend and sample...

 

RE Facebook.

His Mom won't be happy.

[Thor Buttox]

Seems the attention sought is being fulfilled.

He is definitely the attention sort.

[Patchelicious]

He is definitely the attention sort.

It seems to be a common side effect of people who completely remove meat from their plates.

[Thor Buttox]

It seems to be a common side effect of people who completely remove meat from their plates.

Ironically, proving the unnecessary need for a chop in your life.

[Vetplant]

It is exactly that, just a word.

Not exactly.

 

Go post a video where you just say the k-word repeatedly on your social media pages and ask you followers to forward it to all their contacts etc and get back to us whether your explanation of "it's just a word" prevents a social media mob justice and possible imprisonment.

 

Words mean things, they aren't just letters arranged in a random fashion.

[Pall Catt]

Not exactly.

 

Go post a video where you just say the k-word repeatedly on your social media pages and ask you followers to forward it to all their contacts etc and get back to us whether your explanation of "it's just a word" prevents a social media mob justice and possible imprisonment.

 

Words mean things, they aren't just letters arranged in a random fashion.

 

In my books, the K-word is an insult, not a swear word. There's a difference.

 

Anyway, I don't really want to delve too deeply into it, I'm sure Vanzweelism has probably hurled insults too (again, maybe in the same way you might find it justifiable to hurl insults at a murderer/rapist if you disagree with murder/rape, maybe not) and I'm not here to defend him, I just think if you're going to unquestionably reason that everyone who uses the f-word (or shoves veganism down your throat) is a fool, you're going to miss out on a lot in life and I dont think people should have such rigid rules about evaluating someone's character. People are full of surprises and you should allow yourself the opportunity to experience those surprises. It is also true though, that often people will just disappoint you.

[MORNE]

ugh...the world needs another great equaliser like a world war or something so people can realise just how DUMB some of the things are they consider important now.

 

Anyway...I'll take my pre-written warning and leave.

 

PS...if you don't know the origin and/or are unable to recite the below meme in the original tune/gravitas....then you are probably part of the problem somewhere on the internet

[Fat Boab]

As of an hour ago the attempt of Sun 12 May is still on. And there's a vegan braai on offer for those who wish to attend and sample...

 

RE Facebook.

More on this from Facebook, 12 May is an Everest attempt in PTA. 2 weeks later will be a speed record attempt in Somerset W.

[CharlesZ]

In my books, the K-word is an insult, not a swear word. There's a difference.

 

Anyway, I don't really want to delve too deeply into it, I'm sure Vanzweelism has probably hurled insults too (again, maybe in the same way you might find it justifiable to hurl insults at a murderer/rapist if you disagree with murder/rape, maybe not) and I'm not here to defend him, I just think if you're going to unquestionably reason that everyone who uses the f-word (or shoves veganism down your throat) is a fool, you're going to miss out on a lot in life and I dont think people should have such rigid rules about evaluating someone's character. People are full of surprises and you should allow yourself the opportunity to experience those surprises. It is also true though, that often people will just disappoint you.

Agree on the F word is not the same as the k word. Then again the F word can also be an insult on our way of thinking.

 

The difference do come that he thinks he can run his mouth and people must accept his view points and insult us that is not vegan's. That's where you are looking for a "fight". I do have a lot of words for him but not over social media but to his face, that's how stuff gets sorted.

[CharlesZ]

More on this from Facebook, 12 May is an Everest attempt in PTA. 2 weeks later will be a speed record attempt in Somerset W.

Also saw on Fb yesterday that Wimpie is also doing another Everest on the 9 May I think. The gradient is ave 12 If I recall correctly

Flip okes show some respect to van zweel. He has a massive engine... hide among anonymous names and calling him out isnt cool. Show support an Everest is ******* hard. The speed record attempt is interesting he needs a better hill for it. And thirdly his food choice just chill. He is different i raced against the oke he is a talent. Unmanageable but a good athlete... we all on the page to share the love of riding. Support him...

[Eldron]

Flip okes show some respect to van zweel. He has a massive engine... hide among anonymous names and calling him out isnt cool. Show support an Everest is ******* hard. The speed record attempt is interesting he needs a better hill for it. And thirdly his food choice just chill. He is different i raced against the oke he is a talent. Unmanageable but a good athlete... we all on the page to share the love of riding. Support him...

Everesting isn't **** hard...you just have to choose the right gearing.

 

It's exactly that kind of windgat attitude that has rubbed a lot of people up the wrong way. That and the offensive vegan attitude.

 

Oddly enough I agree with him on the everesting thing. Its just a case of grinding it out. Doing it in 8.5 hours though - that is *****ing hard.

 

I'm happy to support people but an outspoken self righteous windgat is a tough thing to get behind. On the other hand - Frail is a really easy guy to get behind...food for thought.

[Ryno.]

Flip okes show some respect to van zweel. He has a massive engine... hide among anonymous names and calling him out isnt cool. Show support an Everest is ******* hard. The speed record attempt is interesting he needs a better hill for it. And thirdly his food choice just chill. He is different i raced against the oke he is a talent. Unmanageable but a good athlete... we all on the page to share the love of riding. Support him...

I tend to agree with you on this one, sure we all have our own opinions on foul language, diet and lifestyle but I believe we are all here because this sport brings us together, a mutual interest if you will. Van Zweel sure does a lot of 'talking' via youtube but he is/was(not sure if he still is) a SA pro cyclist and he sure has the power to back up his talking. So why not support him?

It takes a lot telling everybody beforehand what your goals are and run the risk of publicly humiliating yourself when you do not achieve them. I am actually glad he gives info about the ride and upload his half everesting efforts to strava so people can see what it takes riding at that level.

 

I would love to see  a few of these keyboard warriors try and ride at that pace for 10 or 20 repetitions.

 

So please keep the updates coming Paul.

[BigDL]

Flip okes show some respect to van zweel. He has a massive engine... hide among anonymous names and calling him out isnt cool. Show support an Everest is ******* hard. The speed record attempt is interesting he needs a better hill for it. And thirdly his food choice just chill. He is different i raced against the oke he is a talent. Unmanageable but a good athlete... we all on the page to share the love of riding. Support him...

I agreed with you till he says it is fine to dope, then o move onto the “he is a knob” camp