Late Night Snack Miami

CROSSVEGAS!

2012-09-20T10:38:00.000-04:00

I can only imagine this was a drunk-fest of epic proportions, first big cross race of the year in VEGAS...during Interbike! I know we all wished we could be there to see Jeremy Powers walk away on his Rapha powered Focus to a 20 second victory, with his only real competition coming from ex-teammate Tim Johnson but here are some pictures to give you an idea. Its good to see big boy cx racing in the US, usually this is the biggest race of the year however the Elite Worlds will be held in Louisville this year and its going to be ridiculous DON'T MISS IT!

Worlds Time Trial

2012-09-20T10:06:00.000-04:00

Big shout out to American Evelyn Stevens who took silver in the women's tt losing to surprise surprise ZE German Judith Arndt. Stevens crossed the line with the best time and had to wait it out only to be bested by the soon to be retired 4 time champ Arndt. Look for Evelyn to take this title next year as well dominate the woman's road race on Saturday and women's race scene in general. USA USA!

Tony Martin successfully defended his time trial world championship yesterday, nipping young American Taylor Phinney by 5 seconds (damn!). Martin looked to be running out of gas near the end but managed to hold on, we'll see if he has what it takes to fend off the Americans in the coming years. Tejay Van Garderen solidified the USA's tt strength with a 4th place. Borat's cousin (Vasil Kiryienka) came in 3rd and Alberto Contador proved he's nothing without his carne coming 3 minutes back in 9th.

Fastest Mile

2012-09-18T15:31:00.000-04:00

track from Matt Pourbaix on Vimeo.

Here's a video of another LNS friend Alex Gil crushing the Fastest Mile held this past weekend at the Brian Piccolo Velodrome with a time of 1:57 taking 1st place overall. Yeeaa do the math, no wonder they call him the man child. Keep an eye out for Gil at Collegiate Track Nationals in Frisco,TX September 20-22nd.

YESSSS!!! Tropical CX

2012-09-18T13:29:00.000-04:00

Florida CX season is just 6 weeks away! Get your shit together and come out to Key Biscayne the first weekend November to shred. We will have some sweet GoPro footy of the courses coming soon!

Collarbones

2012-09-17T15:50:00.004-04:00

If you've been here you know, If you haven't you are likely soon to find out.

Get Pitted

2012-09-14T15:16:00.001-04:00

Bianchi

2012-09-14T14:55:00.000-04:00

Super Mario

2012-09-14T09:39:00.000-04:00

Any one else and this video may seem far fetched or have a high element of cheese. However if you are familiar with the man you realize that this video was not scripted and simply filmed during the course of his average day. Helicopters, sports cars, bombing the downhills of the Italian Mediterranean with villains in hot pursuit all just an average Tuesday for Cipo.

FILM BOND from Mcipollini on Vimeo.

Afternoon Delight

2012-09-13T13:57:00.001-04:00

Cervelo, top notch! Have to love what they are doing with their...products?

World Championships 2012

2012-09-13T10:47:00.000-04:00

Because we here at LNS are all for friendly(or hostile)wagers, it's time to run down the contenders for the 2012 World Championships in Limburg a punchy fast course that will suit guys who can climb as well as sprint. PLACE YOUR BETS!!!!!

The earing is obviously the source of all his power, PhilGil is the favorite in Europe's version of Vegas which is basically the whole continent. He's on top of the board at 3/1 for obvious reasons would you bet against him?

The Slovakian super man who burst on to the scene this year at the TDF is getting his well earned respect sitting at 7/2, and I for one would not be surprised to see the Saganator wheelie across the line.

Because no European betting line is complete without a Spanish under achiever we'll throw Valverde in here at 8/1. Some other riders of note include Tasmanian Matt Goss 11/1, Eddy "Boss" Boasson Hagen sleeping at 12/ 1 and Oscar Freire at 16/1. However coming into form at just the right time as champs always do, at 14/1 don't be shocked if Tommeke Boonen has a "HOLLLDDMAAADICKK" moment and throws those colored bars on his back. Have your bets in by Sept 23rd ladies, and stay tuned for watch party info.

Game Face

2012-09-12T14:50:00.000-04:00

Everyone has one, some are better than others. The worst you ask, unquestionably Cadel Evans but more on the flying chin later. The best race face goes to my man Tommy Voeckler, the pro peloton may not like you but fuck those guys. Keep attacking Voeckler!

Popping Bottles

2012-09-12T11:10:00.004-04:00

Only acceptable providing that you are A) on the podium following a bossy performance and B) bottles were supplied to you free of charge. Being surrounded by and spraying of beautiful women in tight race promotion attire is also encouraged.

Dear Triathlete

2012-09-11T14:49:00.000-04:00

I wish you could find another activity to fulfill the third leg of your athletic farce. This way we would never have to cross paths and you could stay out of our bike shoppes as well as off our roads. I don't understand why you feel the need to interrupt a bike ride in order to run and swim but thank you for doing so in a manner that allows us to mock and lampoon you to no end. Luckily for you Cross Fit came along and saved you from being the least liked of the sporting community, however I'm sure that's a passing fad and you will be back on top soon! Here are some pictures which I feel sum you up pretty well, that is all have a nice day.

-LNS

Off Season

2012-09-11T11:31:00.000-04:00

Philippe Gilbert always does it right, will you? Whether it be another discipline such as track or cx racing, signing multi-million dollar contracts before the season you plan to take off and chill or just drinking with your friends and trophy's, enjoy!

Thanks Liz

2012-09-10T16:34:00.000-04:00

We here at Late Night Snack LOVE afternoon delights...keep up the good work kitten

FL CX season is upon us...

2012-09-10T14:18:00.000-04:00

The road season is over and rumblings off cross have begun, every one is buying and building their bikes except you! Keep an eye out for the first "bandit" race of the season in less than a month. We will also be posting a video of the Tropical CX (11/3-4/2012) race courses as well as flyers and info about other upcoming Florida races. Training rides Sat 7:30 Johnny Rockets in the Grove

Speedy Recovery

2012-09-10T13:56:00.002-04:00

To any one who may have had a less than desirable outcome in this weekends races, feel free to take your complimentary two day grace period now. During this time you may whine and bitch about the guy who wrecked you or tell your friends how you would most certainly have won had he not. But then get back to it...

Break Away

2012-09-10T11:16:00.000-04:00

Fastest Mile

2012-09-10T11:09:00.000-04:00

This Saturday night 7pm at Piccolo, bring any bike and your legs. See Florida Velodrome Association on Facebook for more info
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Florida-Velodrome-Association/154110287968262

Pirata

2012-09-10T10:45:00.000-04:00

The Pirate, winner of the Giro and the Tour in the same year. Perhaps one of the best climbers ever as well as an ultimate bad ass. Banned from cycling due to suspicion of talent and ZERO failed drug tests. The depression of banishment would later cost him his life stemming from cocaine poisoning...Cheers Marco we here at LNS give credit where credit is due.

SOON...

2012-09-09T13:51:00.000-04:00

BOONEN

2012-09-08T22:23:00.000-04:00

Boonen adds 2012 Paris-Brussels title to his palmares...will the former coke snorting tornado take the world championships next on a course that isn't billed as a sprinters parcours?

STRAVA

2012-09-08T21:26:00.001-04:00

Are you on Strava? I am. What is Strava you ask? Well, think of it as a social networking site for cycling and running. In short the site enables you to post your rides via GPS enabled device. Because of the nature of GPS data, you're able to create what strava calls, "Segements".

Segments are point to point lengths of road. Think of it as a non sancationed time trial on the streets. So you're going along your ride, and you ride through this "virtual" segment. If you ride this segment the fastest when compared to others who have ridden the same segment, then you earn a King of the Mountain (KOM) for that segment.

As you can imagine this creates a sense of competition between people you may or may not know. Although it may not be a legitament race, to hold a convetant KOM gives you a sense of accomplishment. So you're the KOM, now what? Well don't worry...soon enough someone will come along and steal your KOM. When this happens, Strava sends you an awesome email...

By using Strava you can share, compare and compete with friends, Pros and people from all over the world. By tracking your fitness data not only are you able to analyze performance, you can make your fitness a social experience, providing motivation and camaraderie even if you’re exercising alone.

SKILLZ

2012-09-08T19:40:00.001-04:00

How does this man sit down with balls that big?

Gibbons

2012-09-07T14:56:00.000-04:00

Congratulations to our good buddy Tom Gibbons on his first race win in Belgium, hopefully now some one will supply him with nicer jerseys. If you all ask nicely Tom may even be contributing to LNS on his exploits in Europa. Stay tuned...