Them crazy BIKERS!

[Dane]

I've seen them before but my wife never actually believes me

 

While we are thinking about the local ice conditions, the real pros are just out training. On their bikes.

 

In this case it is part of the Garmin-Transitions crew. Soon to be, "the Team Garmin-Transitions and Cervélo SA will join forces for the 2011 season to create a new team that will be known as Garmin-Cervélo."

 

I caught up with them (in my truck) today on Hobart-Issaquah Rd.

(have you ever seen how fast these guys ride in training?)

 

Local WA guys. Tom Peterson from N. Bend and Tyler Farrar from Wenatchee. Pretty cool ;-) They thought I was kidding at first...but thanks for stopping and the autographs guys!

[pindude]

I would've stopped 'em too, although Tyler is the only one I would've recognized.

[olyclimber]

One of those guys posts here (or has in the past)! Definitely the team I'll be cheering for in 2011.

[rob]

bike racing is awesome, and NOT GAY!

[Dane]

One of those guys posts here (or has in the past)! Definitely the team I'll be cheering for in 2011.

 

As recently as a few weeks ago, and who knows, may be they both post here

 

 

[111]

bike racing is awesome, and NOT GAY!

ya, spandex just screams "I'm straight"

[AlpineK]

In the 80s lots of climbers loved wearing tights.

 

80s Rock and Ice magazine advertisement

[Dane]

I suspect the gay comments are in jest? If not you need to get a life.

 

If it weren't for lycra much of what we wear climbing these days wouldn't exsist.

 

 

[111]

I suspect the gay comments are in jest? If not you need to get a life.

 

If it weren't for lycra much of what we wear climbing these days wouldn't exsist.

 

yes, jest only. I have no problem with who's pokin' who, as long as they make the world a better place. sickie

[Serenity]

I suspect the gay comments are in jest? If not you need to get a life.

 

If it weren't for lycra much of what we wear climbing these days wouldn't exsist.

 

 

On a more serious note.

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[JasonG]

Riding over a dead whale with Xtra tuffs, classic!! Gotta be in AK . . .

[Lisa_D]

I rode with Tyler Farrar for a few miles on the Sammamish Trail once.. we cruised along at 22-25 mph for a bit. I was out for a time-trial pace practice while he was just cruising along easily. Excited to see what the new team does this coming season!

[Phil K]

It will be interesting to see how they work out shared duties betwixt Tyler and his new teammate, former Green Jersey and current World Champion, Thor Hushoved. Two top contenders with similar but slightly different strengths; Tyler's probably got more pure speed, but Thor's proven himself in tough conditions and uphill sprints. I don't see either one of them becoming designated lead out men. If they cooperate well, the new team should get some impressive results.

[Gunkiemike]

I suspect the gay comments are in jest? If not you need to get a life.

 

If it weren't for lycra much of what we wear climbing these days wouldn't exsist.

 

yes, jest only. I have no problem with who's pokin' who, as long as they make the world a better place. sickie

 

Humor or not, that use of the word "gay" has become the epitome of low-level gay-bashing. It is seriously demeaning to the gay population. Please be more considerate.

 

(Can you tell I'm fresh out of Diversity Training Class at work?)

[rob]

I hate it when people use the word, "lame." It really offends those of us with twisted ankles.

[gyro]

Humor or not, that use of the word "gay" has become the epitome of low-level gay-bashing. It is seriously demeaning to the gay population. Please be more considerate.

 

(Can you tell I'm fresh out of Diversity Training Class at work?)

 

I actually find the joke quite gay.

[rob]

 

 

RRRAWR! sickie