Long Wheel Base Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 I would love to see the science/reasoning behind his decision. With tons of cash and easy access to wind tunnels I can't see one TT bike being massively faster than another. Certainly not faster enough to put your career in jeopardy...I read somewhere that he was also not happy with some of the components. He wanted handle bars like Campenaerts has. A bad mechanic always blames his tools.
Jewbacca Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 I read somewhere that he was also not happy with some of the components. He wanted handle bars like Campenaerts has. A bad mechanic always blames his tools.I don't think anyone can call Rohan a 'Bad Mechanic' if we want to keep the metaphor going. He is hungry to win and doesn't feel he is getting every advantage from what he has been offered by his sponsors. I'm not condoning his prima donna, throw your toys attitude, but when you are at the top, the smallest marginal gain is the difference between Rainbow stripes and watching Tommy D stand next to you on a higher step. I'm pretty sure some graphic/advertising/creatives on here have also requested computer upgrades etc from their employers. I reckon both parties probably could have dealt with the situation better, but he is now giving himself every chance to win a world championships. Loads of the DH guys used to (maybe still do) race blacked out and rebranded tires outside of their sponsorship to try and get those marginal gains. I'm not sure why BM didn't just do the same for him
Eldron Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 I read somewhere that he was also not happy with some of the components. He wanted handle bars like Campenaerts has. A bad mechanic always blames his tools. To be fair he is currently the best mechanic in the world at time trialling!
Jewbacca Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 The Italian dude who won the Junior ITT absolutely SMOKED the field. 30 seconds down at 6km, 20 second bike change, he stayed calm and composed, hopped on the new bike and blitzed the course and smashed everyone else! The junior woman who won missed the last corner, rode straight past the marshal, got off, turned around, rode back into the final straight and still won..... Crazy
C14 Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 Is it possible to stream a broadcast of the event?
Sharkie 2 Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 Is the Pope a Catholic?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 wetSat overcastSun 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
Jewbacca Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 SAFFA Byron Munton currently in 5th place in the u23 ITT
pista Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 He had a good ride and weather conditions are now horrible.
pista Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 SAFFA Byron Munton currently in 5th place in the u23 ITTDown to 6th but should be in top 10.
pista Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 8th overall [emoji1319][emoji1319][emoji1319]
babse Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 Well done byron.Kids really going places. Currently racing for GSport team in Spain and looking really promising ????????????
kosmonooit Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 anywhere to watch streaming? BBC via Getflix
pista Posted September 24, 2019 Posted September 24, 2019 Ladies race going ahead today and not postponed.
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