Some of these are names of landmarks or terms in cycling; others are nicknames for some of the riders in the pro peloton. While not intended to be offensive or derogatory, the nicknames in the list represent the riders’ personalities or their reputations; usually little more than a play on words, these are intended to be a bit of fun in the sometimes too- serious world of cycling.*Of course, names such as The Cannibal, The Badger, Mr Roubaix, Der Kaiser and Il Pirata are taken as read, and should be well enough recognised by any Velominatus to warrant their non- inclusion in this list. Jump to: Terms – Nicknames. Terms. Just as the Illuminati would stage their fabled, and somewhat feared Cabals, the Velominati stage our own modern- day versions, the Cogals. A Cogal distinguishes itself from other group rides by the following criteria. First, Cogals are organized and supported through Velominati, though not necessarily a Keeper (legally speaking, however, we have no involvement, so if you crash or die, it’s your own problem. Second, a Cogal is a day- long undertaking that focuses 1. The rides are categorized (Casually Deliberate, Rule #5, Rule #1. This is what you’re doing today, nothing else; see Rule #4. The home of London 2012 on BBC Sport online. Includes the latest news stories, results, fixtures, video and audio. The TrainingPeaks Blog Scientific knowledge meets practical advice. Get the latest training, racing, nutrition, and coaching insight from the leading experts in. Third, Cogals always include a session of Malted Recovery Beverage Consumption after the ride. Whenever possible, it should also include a pre- ride espresso. See also Pharmstrong, Veino, Pharmstrong, Contador, Pharmstrong, Piti, Johan Bruyneel, Pharmstrong, Ricco, Hein Verbrugge, and Pat Mc. Quaid – depending on your perspective. This one comes from his comment at the 2. Amstel Gold Race, “I was good, I was good, I was good and then I was bad.” Other variations of this moniker include, “Almost Good Enough Cadel”, “Not Quite Good Enough Cadel”, and his first name often is exchanged for his last name. The majority of these terms were coined by the Velominati or one of our readers, but for those terms which we have borrowed, we endeavored to give credit where credit is due. Get the latest training, racing, nutrition, and coaching insight from the leading experts in endurance sports. Also stay up to date on what’s coming out of Training. Peaks, including new features and learning opportunities. Australia has finalised its team to compete at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. 409 athletes have been selected across 26 different sports. The Velominati have our own set of nicknames and terms which have developed over time through posts and correspondence. Some of these are names of landmarks or terms.
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