Popular Post bikeman564™ Posted February 8, 2019 Popular Post Share #1 Posted February 8, 2019 He is such a nice guy, & very friendly. He chatted about his history of becoming a pro from when he started riding w/ his Dad when he was 12 yo. He did a lot of track racing, along w/ his two sisters who were actually better than him, hehe. But they never pursued a career in cycling. and do not ride today. I did not know this. He said when he turned pro he was lined up next to LeMond, Fignon, et al and thought "I don't belong here" He talked about racing in peloton and the dangers. He said its definitely scary. He talked about the tactics used form team-to-team, where deals are made to chase lead groups down. He even said riders would bet among themselves who would breakaway first His stories are amazing to hear. I could of listened to him talk for hours. When he was commentating for OLN & Verses, he named some riders who were good to interview, and some that were not...was funny. We asked a lot of questions which was cool. I asked if he had any of his pro bikes. He has two. A 7-11 Eddy Merckx (not sure of the year), and a 1999 US Postal Trek. He has some jerseys from the tour and other races. Someone asked what his most memorable pro career moment was. He said riding into Paris in 1999 w/ Lance in yellow. He didn't think they had a chance. (insert asterisk here). He also has a signed yellow jersey from Lance in his house. Kinda surprised me. But at the same point I think that's awesome. He's been to 25 TdFs. He rode in 9, commentated for 6, and the rest were on his own accord. Although its been a few years since he's been back. He's still involved in cycling. He commentates local races w/in Michigan, and some other states as well. He used to coach, but does not do that anymore. He coached for the US postal team also, I did not know that. He still rides, but no more than 2 hours, and w/o any computer. He just rides. It was a great evening and I'm glad he accepted my offer to come to the meeting. We told him about some of our club rides, and one ride starts probably a few miles from his house. He's interested in riding w/ us So hopefully this summer I'll get to ride w/ him. How freaking cool. Just wanted to share w/ you all 9 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted February 8, 2019 Share #2 Posted February 8, 2019 Does he shave his legs? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrentonMakes Posted February 8, 2019 Share #3 Posted February 8, 2019 17 minutes ago, bikeman564™ said: We told him about some of our club rides, and one ride starts probably a few miles from his house. He's interested in riding w/ us So hopefully this summer I'll get to ride w/ him. How freaking cool. How freaking cool, indeed! I hope that works out. Thanks for sharing this story. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted February 8, 2019 Author Share #4 Posted February 8, 2019 Just now, TrentonMakes said: How freaking cool, indeed! I hope that works out. Thanks for sharing this story. Totally, and you're welcome 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrapr ★ Posted February 8, 2019 Share #5 Posted February 8, 2019 did the doping question come up? How did he like the Postal team? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted February 8, 2019 Author Share #6 Posted February 8, 2019 Just now, Scrapr said: did the doping question come up? How did he like the Postal team? No thankfully, and from what I can tell he did like being on Postal. He said they were all a very close knit group. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Grass Posted February 8, 2019 Share #7 Posted February 8, 2019 2 hours ago, bikeman564™ said: When he was commentating for OLN & Verses, he named some riders who were good to interview, and some that were not...was funny. Did he say what he does for income now? Don't think he made enough during his pro career to be on cruise control. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted February 8, 2019 Author Share #8 Posted February 8, 2019 Just now, Goat Geddah said: Did he say what he does for income now? Don't think he made enough during his pro career to be on cruise control. He didn't discuss this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donkpow Posted February 8, 2019 Share #9 Posted February 8, 2019 It's interesting you should have the opportunity to have a world class athlete at your club. I used to see pro players over at the golf club in attendance for special events. I think probably most get paid for the speaking engagement or an autograph session. Much better when you can keep it informal and just chat about things. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted February 8, 2019 Author Share #10 Posted February 8, 2019 4 minutes ago, donkpow said: Much better when you can keep it informal and just chat about things. Exactly, and he enjoys chatting He's someone I've been wanting to get for awhile because he lives w/in 1/2 hr drive. I mentioned it to a friend of mine also in the club and his friend knows Frankie. So later that night I had his contact info. I emailed him, he emailed back the next morning and was happy to do it. Class act. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Runner Posted February 8, 2019 Share #11 Posted February 8, 2019 35 minutes ago, donkpow said: It's interesting you should have the opportunity to have a world class athlete at your club. The best Bike Club President ever! 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Razors Edge ★ Posted February 8, 2019 Share #12 Posted February 8, 2019 Still waiting on the photographic proof! Until then, it is all just make-believe. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikeman564™ Posted February 8, 2019 Author Share #13 Posted February 8, 2019 Just now, Razors Edge said: Still waiting on the photographic proof! Until then, it is all just make-believe. it'll be in the next edition of the enquirer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrapr ★ Posted February 8, 2019 Share #14 Posted February 8, 2019 1 hour ago, bikeman564™ said: it'll be in the next edition of the enquirer Cmon...Pres....you are supposed to say "Gotta join the Bike Club....we have a special on now" 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted February 8, 2019 Share #15 Posted February 8, 2019 Just now, Road Runner said: The best Bike Club President ever! Cheese, you have totally redeemed yourself with that shot oot of the blue! Bravo! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralphie ★ Posted February 9, 2019 Share #16 Posted February 9, 2019 3 hours ago, RalphWaldoMooseworth said: Cheese, you have totally redeemed yourself with that shot oot of the blue! Bravo! Oops! Potato, potahto! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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