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Should Rich Hill get a ride at the Newport Nocturne? |
No, his bikes too small, he'll look ridiculous. |
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No, he's too fat, he'll be a laughing stock. |
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Yes, he'll make everyone else look good. |
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Yes, give the guy a chance, he's got potential. |
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Tony Bell T de F Winner
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Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 3:12 pm Post subject: |
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As I'm not riding this time, I think Rich should take over the VR baton.
I have voted accordingly. ![Cool](images/smiles/icon_cool.gif) |
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JONNO Div 1 Pro
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Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 3:26 pm Post subject: |
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Tony Bell wrote: |
As I'm not riding this time, I think Rich should take over the VR baton.
I have voted accordingly. ![Cool](images/smiles/icon_cool.gif) |
What do you mean, 'your not riding' ???????? ![Shocked](images/smiles/icon_eek.gif) _________________ I was being chased by a police dog last week, and made the mistake of trying to escape through a little tunnel, over a see-saw and through a hoop of fire. It finally caught me as I was weaving in and out of some sticks. |
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dave5n E, Silver
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Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 4:23 pm Post subject: |
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De Rosa wrote: |
Bartali wrote: |
Odge wrote: |
I'm going to watch this anyway but I would LOVE it if he got a ride Agree not at the expense of better (e/1) riders but if there is space he would be CROWING about it for years to come.
Oh and it's as a member of Team VR in Team VR kit |
Actually, there are a few places still available. The event was very late onto the BC website. At this stage I only want Elites and 1sts who are decent crit riders (Rich Hill excepted, possibly...). |
If you are short of entries I could ride? ![Shocked](images/smiles/icon_eek.gif) |
That ankle's a bit better then?
So we'll see you Friday. ![Smile](images/smiles/icon_smile.gif) |
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De Rosa World Champ
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Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 5:45 pm Post subject: |
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dave5n wrote: |
De Rosa wrote: |
Bartali wrote: |
Odge wrote: |
I'm going to watch this anyway but I would LOVE it if he got a ride Agree not at the expense of better (e/1) riders but if there is space he would be CROWING about it for years to come.
Oh and it's as a member of Team VR in Team VR kit |
Actually, there are a few places still available. The event was very late onto the BC website. At this stage I only want Elites and 1sts who are decent crit riders (Rich Hill excepted, possibly...). |
If you are short of entries I could ride? ![Shocked](images/smiles/icon_eek.gif) |
That ankle's a bit better then?
So we'll see you Friday. ![Smile](images/smiles/icon_smile.gif) |
In Italy on Friday. Phew! |
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Rich Hill Tour Winner
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Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 10:03 pm Post subject: |
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Looking good for the nod I'd say. I do hope I get a chance. I agree that younger and more aspiring riders should get a nod and yep I'd be amazed if I finish but I'm gonna give it my best shot. _________________ Imagination is the war against reality.... |
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Chrissylaa E, Gold
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Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 10:13 pm Post subject: |
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Rich Hill wrote: |
Looking good for the nod I'd say. I do hope I get a chance. I agree that younger and more aspiring riders should get a nod and yep I'd be amazed if I finish but I'm gonna give it my best shot. |
I'd liked to have entered aswell Rich but my form has been nothing short of shit this season.
Grit your teeth you'll be ok.
A couple of 2nd cats finished this in 2007 in the bunch. _________________ And the senses being dulled are mine. |
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prince E, Silver
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Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 10:22 pm Post subject: |
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Rich Hill wrote: |
Looking good for the nod I'd say. I do hope I get a chance. I agree that younger and more aspiring riders should get a nod and yep I'd be amazed if I finish but I'm gonna give it my best shot. |
you will be fine Rich...bunch of chippers anyway; didn't you watch ITV4; slow as ![Evil or Very Mad](images/smiles/icon_evil.gif) |
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Rich Hill Tour Winner
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Posted: Wed Aug 18, 2010 10:47 pm Post subject: |
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prince wrote: |
you will be fine Rich...bunch of chippers anyway; didn't you watch ITV4; slow as ![Evil or Very Mad](images/smiles/icon_evil.gif) |
)))) _________________ Imagination is the war against reality.... |
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wobbly E, Silver
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Posted: Thu Aug 19, 2010 3:44 am Post subject: |
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Chrissylaa wrote: |
He has had a win this year and was 4th in his last e123.
Have all of the other riders had a win? |
+1. I think he's earned his ride. Go Rich !! |
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Tucker Tour Winner
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Posted: Thu Aug 19, 2010 5:40 am Post subject: |
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Chrissylaa wrote: |
He has had a win this year and was 4th in his last e123.
Have all of the other riders had a win? |
He had a win in a 3/4 race where about 20 riders showed up, and his 4th was in a "race" where 9 riders participated. |
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Davey C Div 2 Pro
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Posted: Thu Aug 19, 2010 8:25 am Post subject: |
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Tucker wrote: |
Chrissylaa wrote: |
He has had a win this year and was 4th in his last e123.
Have all of the other riders had a win? |
He had a win in a 3/4 race where about 20 riders showed up, and his 4th was in a "race" where 9 riders participated. |
Don't forget 5th (or was it 10th?) at the Haggers Bash Road Race. _________________ Have you got any Triple Sod? Yellow Bentines? What about some Clarky Cat? |
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Chrissylaa E, Gold
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Posted: Thu Aug 19, 2010 9:04 am Post subject: |
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Davey C wrote: |
Tucker wrote: |
Chrissylaa wrote: |
He has had a win this year and was 4th in his last e123.
Have all of the other riders had a win? |
He had a win in a 3/4 race where about 20 riders showed up, and his 4th was in a "race" where 9 riders participated. |
Don't forget 5th (or was it 10th?) at the Haggers Bash Road Race. |
Harsh,very harsh. _________________ And the senses being dulled are mine. |
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Billy Boy T de F Winner
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Posted: Thu Aug 19, 2010 12:45 pm Post subject: |
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Chrissylaa wrote: |
Davey C wrote: |
Tucker wrote: |
Chrissylaa wrote: |
He has had a win this year and was 4th in his last e123.
Have all of the other riders had a win? |
He had a win in a 3/4 race where about 20 riders showed up, and his 4th was in a "race" where 9 riders participated. |
Don't forget 5th (or was it 10th?) at the Haggers Bash Road Race. |
Harsh,very harsh. |
But very true. ![Laughing](images/smiles/icon_lol.gif) _________________ "Well done, you are 100% absolutely without a shadow of a doubt spot-bollock-on correct." - Tucker
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JONNO Div 1 Pro
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Posted: Thu Aug 19, 2010 2:37 pm Post subject: |
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A win's a win. You can only beat the people that turn up after all. Where are these 'races' anyhow, could I get there after work? ![Shocked](images/smiles/icon_eek.gif) _________________ I was being chased by a police dog last week, and made the mistake of trying to escape through a little tunnel, over a see-saw and through a hoop of fire. It finally caught me as I was weaving in and out of some sticks. |
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Tucker Tour Winner
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Posted: Thu Aug 19, 2010 6:29 pm Post subject: |
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Davey C wrote: |
Tucker wrote: |
Chrissylaa wrote: |
He has had a win this year and was 4th in his last e123.
Have all of the other riders had a win? |
He had a win in a 3/4 race where about 20 riders showed up, and his 4th was in a "race" where 9 riders participated. |
Don't forget 5th (or was it 10th?) at the Haggers Bash Road Race. |
Or the England Wales border sign after sitting on a training ride for no less than 50 miles. |
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Bartali E, Silver
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Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2010 6:09 am Post subject: |
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I suppose I'm going to have to make a decision today. _________________ The Newport Nocturne, Britain's original and best floodlit bike race! |
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Bartali E, Silver
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Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2010 8:17 am Post subject: |
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I've been giving this a lot of thought....
It's time to make a decision.....
I've weighed up all the pros and cons...
Is he up to it?
Will people laugh?
Should I insist on a medical?
Will he wipe out one of the Olympic Squad?
Oh sod it,
Hill Rides! _________________ The Newport Nocturne, Britain's original and best floodlit bike race!
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wobbly E, Silver
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Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2010 8:17 am Post subject: |
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give him a ride - you can't let him down after all this build up ! ![Smile](images/smiles/icon_smile.gif) |
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