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Comment on The Samaranch legacy — still “amazing” by Michael Stone

Michael Stone — Thu, 09 May 2013 02:10:24 +0000

Nice paint job Alan. No mention of the rampant bribes and back-door payoffs. Perhaps you can write about those subjects in your next article.

Comment on SD + TJ = DOA by Sandy Caligiore

Sandy Caligiore — Wed, 08 May 2013 23:52:31 +0000

All you need to know about a multi-nation bid are 2 facts:

–A joint Lake Placid/Montreal bid never left the batter’s box
–A joint 3-nation bid (Italy, Austria, Slovenia) got no serious consideration

The IOC sets the rules of engagement. Until they say otherwise on the topic, forget about it.

Comment on SD + TJ = DOA by Bruce MacNeil

Bruce MacNeil — Thu, 02 May 2013 21:37:57 +0000

Not that San Diego would likely have been the ultimate USOC selection, but couldn’t someone have told them to do it similar to the Klagenfurt 2006 bid where Austria was the bidder but the events would have been spread across 3 countries? Or does the IOC not even allow that sort of bid anymore? As I recall, Salzburg was planning at one time to hold the sliding events in Berchtesgaden, Germany.

Comment on Boston Marathon bombings: ‘For what? For what?’ by Fran Pullara

Fran Pullara — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 04:10:54 +0000

Alan, I’m sighing deeply. A superb piece of writing, as always. Sure makes me think.

Comment on Armstrong’s 2001 Swiss Tour: no cover-up, “suspicious” tests by Ridin San Diego

Ridin San Diego — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:19:16 +0000

Tygart is an over zealous maniacal creep . Capt Ahab pursuing Moby Dick. It is an obsession to justify $10 million dollars of your tax money going to a private agency. When asked by Scott Pelley of “60 Minutes” what could Lance do to them when he spoke of intimidating everyone, he answered “incinerate them”. Why did Hamilton, Landis and other get busted for doping when they were no longer riding for U.S. Postal? Why did Tygart write a letter supporting Landis to the judge hearing Landis case for fraud? Was outraged because Levi was fired for having doped and handed six month suspensions to all who testified that started after the the TDF the Tour of Utah and the Pro Cycling in Colorado and before the racing season in 2013.

Comment on Armstrong’s 2001 Swiss Tour: no cover-up, “suspicious” tests by Rocacorba Daily: Tuesday April 16 | Cycling Tips

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Comment on Armstrong’s 2001 Swiss Tour: no cover-up, “suspicious” tests by CleanRoadRacer

CleanRoadRacer — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:08:34 +0000

So the donation was to get the IOC to turn a blind eye to Armstrong’s ‘highly suspicious’ samples rather than to cover up a failed test. Is there really any difference here? Clearly the IOC knew he was at it, but are still failing to own up to either being party to it, or not acting when there was significant evidence before them.

Armstrong went on to win 4 more TdF titles after this evidence had been seen by the IOC. They could have had Lance years ago, so it’s a mystery why they didn’t. Incompetence or did they simply decide to sit on their hands and take no action? Either way, they still have a lot to answer for.

Comment on Armstrong’s 2001 Swiss Tour: no cover-up, “suspicious” tests by alex g

alex g — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 17:44:09 +0000

@Phil Baechler Hey Phil, while you're at it find some old Cincinati Reds games to watch you know, the ones they lost when Pete Rose managed them. How about Ben Johnson in'88 ? He was wicked fast . Watch as he leaves Lewis in his dust. And what about a highlight reel of Barry Bonds hitting 500 ft home runs . What a true champion. Oh, let's not forget those great Patriot teams that ,ahem, haven't won anything since they got caught filming the other teams' practice sessions. Lance is just like America - all shiny on the outside but rotten at the core

Comment on Armstrong’s 2001 Swiss Tour: no cover-up, “suspicious” tests by TheRaceRadio

TheRaceRadio — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 15:23:06 +0000

UCI knew Armstrong had multiple “highly suspicious” test but still took a “Donation” from him?

Comment on Armstrong’s 2001 Swiss Tour: no cover-up, “suspicious” tests by R Curren

R Curren — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:00:27 +0000

Oh my your ignorance is unbelievable. Why do you think he can out-suffer them? ignorance is bliss. Must ne hard to open your eyes to the truth! @Phil Baechler