Made this comment on the EWS roster article, but figured it would be good fodder over here:
Couple of interesting omissions on the full roster list over at EWS's site:
1. Jared Graves isn't listed on either Yeti roster
2. Specialized is completely absent. So does that mean Cody isn't racing EWS?
These are probably the 'trade teams' that have to put up some money for their riders to be able to run 'XXX factory racing' team names.Bird guys said it's an option, but they'd rather give said money to the people they are supporting directly and just have them not run their name in the team name, the net effect will be larger. It's costing you this exposure and the fancy team area if I'm not mistaken.
Though for a factory like Specialized, it is a bit weird. Maybe it will be only Cody doing it the 'privateer way'?
Interesting mix of sponsors for him this year. Fox suspension, E13 wheels/drivetrain, TRP brakes and derailleur and Renthal cockpit. Also no longer riding POC as he's with Fox Clothing now.
Interesting mix of sponsors for him this year. Fox suspension, E13 wheels/drivetrain, TRP brakes and derailleur and Renthal cockpit. Also no longer riding POC as he's...
Interesting mix of sponsors for him this year. Fox suspension, E13 wheels/drivetrain, TRP brakes and derailleur and Renthal cockpit. Also no longer riding POC as he's with Fox Clothing now.
Interesting mix of sponsors for him this year. Fox suspension, E13 wheels/drivetrain, TRP brakes and derailleur and Renthal cockpit. Also no longer riding POC as he's...
Interesting mix of sponsors for him this year. Fox suspension, E13 wheels/drivetrain, TRP brakes and derailleur and Renthal cockpit. Also no longer riding POC as he's with Fox Clothing now.
Interesting mix of sponsors for him this year. Fox suspension, E13 wheels/drivetrain, TRP brakes and derailleur and Renthal cockpit. Also no longer riding POC as he's...
Interesting mix of sponsors for him this year. Fox suspension, E13 wheels/drivetrain, TRP brakes and derailleur and Renthal cockpit. Also no longer riding POC as he's with Fox Clothing now.
Really, wow, he has been with Evil for a long time. Wonder what is up with them?
They just signed a bunch of new riders past year with the “black collars”. Wouldn’t be surprised if money was a little tight around Bellingham right now
They just signed a bunch of new riders past year with the “black collars”. Wouldn’t be surprised if money was a little tight around Bellingham right...
They just signed a bunch of new riders past year with the “black collars”. Wouldn’t be surprised if money was a little tight around Bellingham right now
They have been blowing out most of their frames over the last few months as well almost like there are new models coming. All we have seen is the frame that Aggy was on over at Zink's place.
don't know where else to put this, but considering the impact of racing, this feels like a good spot. an email from sea otter came in re: coronavirus that said the following
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Dear Sea Otter Supporters:
We are carefully monitoring the coronavirus situation. We’ve been in discussions with various agencies to determine the best course of action regarding the 2020 Sea Otter Classic. Your health and welfare is our primary concern.
We will make a final decision on our position within a couple of days. As you can imagine there are many consequences to consider and we appreciate your patience.
Our sympathy goes out to those affected by coronavirus and we extend our gratitude to all health care workers fighting to contain its spread.
Best regards,
Frank Yohannan
President & CEO
Sea Otter Classic, Inc.
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when they make an official statement, i'll post here too.
don't know where else to put this, but considering the impact of racing, this feels like a good spot. an email from sea otter came in...
don't know where else to put this, but considering the impact of racing, this feels like a good spot. an email from sea otter came in re: coronavirus that said the following
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Dear Sea Otter Supporters:
We are carefully monitoring the coronavirus situation. We’ve been in discussions with various agencies to determine the best course of action regarding the 2020 Sea Otter Classic. Your health and welfare is our primary concern.
We will make a final decision on our position within a couple of days. As you can imagine there are many consequences to consider and we appreciate your patience.
Our sympathy goes out to those affected by coronavirus and we extend our gratitude to all health care workers fighting to contain its spread.
Best regards,
Frank Yohannan
President & CEO
Sea Otter Classic, Inc.
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when they make an official statement, i'll post here too.
Could effect a lot of things (WC racing?) in a negative way if this keeps going. Good news is China is seeing their new cases drop at a pretty significant rate. Bad news is it basically took evoking a police state to get there...
UCI posted this on march 4. didn't realize https://www.uci.org/inside-uci/press-releases/impact-of-the-coronavirus…
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Following a meeting held today with representatives of different members of the cycling family – teams, riders and organisers -, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) specifies the following on the subject of the next events on its calendar given the current pneumonia epidemic (Covid-19) linked to the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).
The decision has been taken not to proceed with the cancellation of any events at this stage. Any possible decision to cancel will be taken by the health authorities in the concerned regions depending on the evolution of the local situation and different risk factors identified. The organisers and all members of the cycling family will be obliged to comply to any such decision.
For the events still taking place, it has been decided that each organiser must take a certain number of measures with the aim of limiting to a maximum the risk of the coronavirus spreading further. These include increasing the distance between the public and riders, particularly in the start and finish zones; respecting a strict medical protocol, variable depending on the country, but in any case including a process for dealing with suspected cases and the provision of a detailed map of establishments capable of carrying out diagnostic tests for the coronavirus; limiting the number of teams staying in each hotel; respecting certain hygiene measures, for example avoiding the use of the same pen by riders signing in at the beginning of the race.
If the organisers are required, on decision by their authorities, to refuse the participation of certain teams or if teams find themselves unable to take part in an event for a valid reason, the UCI will need to be informed rapidly. In such a situation, it will take necessary measures, on a case-by-case basis, to ensure that no team is penalised, either financially or when their sporting results are considered, in particular when it comes to evaluating their UCI WorldTeam or UCI ProTeam status.
If the evolution of the situation were to justify other measures, the UCI, which is permanently following the situation and remains in contact with all stakeholders via an ad hoc group, will rapidly take the necessary decisions.
The UCI reiterates that the measures undertaken aim to reduce the risk of infection among riders, team staff, the public and any other person involved in cycling, in order to avoid contributing to the spread of the coronavirus worldwide.
The UCI will write to each of cycling’s different groups – teams, riders, organisers and National Federations – with details of measures taken and the procedure to follow.
The UCI would like to thank the members of the cycling family for their contribution to this fight against the spreading of the coronavirus and calls for the unity of all parties, necessary in this context.
The same principles will be applied for all events on the UCI International Calendar, and for all disciplines.
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Couple of interesting omissions on the full roster list over at EWS's site:
1. Jared Graves isn't listed on either Yeti roster
2. Specialized is completely absent. So does that mean Cody isn't racing EWS?
Here's the link to the 2020 roster list: https://www.enduroworldseries.com/news/1409-meet-the-official-teams-of-…
Though for a factory like Specialized, it is a bit weird. Maybe it will be only Cody doing it the 'privateer way'?
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Is Cody riding for Spez or for Pure Agency?
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Dear Sea Otter Supporters:
We are carefully monitoring the coronavirus situation. We’ve been in discussions with various agencies to determine the best course of action regarding the 2020 Sea Otter Classic. Your health and welfare is our primary concern.
We will make a final decision on our position within a couple of days. As you can imagine there are many consequences to consider and we appreciate your patience.
Our sympathy goes out to those affected by coronavirus and we extend our gratitude to all health care workers fighting to contain its spread.
Best regards,
Frank Yohannan
President & CEO
Sea Otter Classic, Inc.
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when they make an official statement, i'll post here too.
https://www.thesun.co.uk/travel/11096516/portugal-travel-advice-coronav…
https://www.uci.org/inside-uci/press-releases/impact-of-the-coronavirus…
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Following a meeting held today with representatives of different members of the cycling family – teams, riders and organisers -, the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) specifies the following on the subject of the next events on its calendar given the current pneumonia epidemic (Covid-19) linked to the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).
The decision has been taken not to proceed with the cancellation of any events at this stage. Any possible decision to cancel will be taken by the health authorities in the concerned regions depending on the evolution of the local situation and different risk factors identified. The organisers and all members of the cycling family will be obliged to comply to any such decision.
For the events still taking place, it has been decided that each organiser must take a certain number of measures with the aim of limiting to a maximum the risk of the coronavirus spreading further. These include increasing the distance between the public and riders, particularly in the start and finish zones; respecting a strict medical protocol, variable depending on the country, but in any case including a process for dealing with suspected cases and the provision of a detailed map of establishments capable of carrying out diagnostic tests for the coronavirus; limiting the number of teams staying in each hotel; respecting certain hygiene measures, for example avoiding the use of the same pen by riders signing in at the beginning of the race.
If the organisers are required, on decision by their authorities, to refuse the participation of certain teams or if teams find themselves unable to take part in an event for a valid reason, the UCI will need to be informed rapidly. In such a situation, it will take necessary measures, on a case-by-case basis, to ensure that no team is penalised, either financially or when their sporting results are considered, in particular when it comes to evaluating their UCI WorldTeam or UCI ProTeam status.
If the evolution of the situation were to justify other measures, the UCI, which is permanently following the situation and remains in contact with all stakeholders via an ad hoc group, will rapidly take the necessary decisions.
The UCI reiterates that the measures undertaken aim to reduce the risk of infection among riders, team staff, the public and any other person involved in cycling, in order to avoid contributing to the spread of the coronavirus worldwide.
The UCI will write to each of cycling’s different groups – teams, riders, organisers and National Federations – with details of measures taken and the procedure to follow.
The UCI would like to thank the members of the cycling family for their contribution to this fight against the spreading of the coronavirus and calls for the unity of all parties, necessary in this context.
The same principles will be applied for all events on the UCI International Calendar, and for all disciplines.
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