Laguna seca (spoiler)

Alpine 318is · 07-20-2008, 01:10 PM

Did those last 5 laps just fucking happen?

MCA8690 · 07-20-2008, 01:19 PM

DO TELL!!!!!
I'm here at work and don't have access to MotoGP dot com....
would someone please give an update on the top 10?!?
any upsets so far? crashes? spectacular moves?
I wanna know!!

SoarTWD · 07-20-2008, 01:39 PM

freaking nutz battle between stoner and rossi. stoner goes down with 13 laps to go and doesn't lose 2nd position

wheezl · 07-20-2008, 01:56 PM

Ok, for all of the Rossi haters. He just proved it in your back yard.

He took an I-4 and beat a real engine with 20 more hp.

Discuss.

The tire bullshit really did screw up the race.

EDIT: This has been the best race of the year for first place.

Buckwheat · 07-20-2008, 01:59 PM

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Fanfrickin'tastic!

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revhard · 07-20-2008, 02:03 PM

WOW WOW WOW, that was fun to watch! I also loved seeing Hacking right there with Spies, beating about 5 riders!

Congrats to Rossi, poor Stoner.

HondaKilla · 07-20-2008, 02:09 PM

that was some of the best racing this year! About time the doctor showed the bloody American’s how to race, lol. Please, lets start an email barrage to CBS to fire that fucking ass clown commentator... my god, save his shit for NASCAR inbreeds...

wheezl · 07-20-2008, 02:11 PM

I am just happy that Americans on CBS got to see some real moto racing. Too bad Casey couldn't hold it for a bit longer.

If gas keeps going up over the next few years maybe we can turn into a moto nation

Alpine 318is · 07-20-2008, 02:13 PM

How bout another huge lorenzo high side. They need to up his tracking control setting.

wheezl · 07-20-2008, 02:13 PM

Originally Posted by HondaKilla

that was some of the best racing this year! About time the doctor showed the bloody American’s how to race, lol. Please, lets start an email barrage to CBS to fire that fucking ass clown commentator... my god, save his shit for NASCAR inbreeds...

I had to watch Eurosport and Mediaset depending on who wasn't showing ads.

How bad was CBS commentary?

wheezl · 07-20-2008, 02:17 PM

Originally Posted by Alpine 318is

How bout another huge lorenzo high side. They need to up his tracking control setting.

Fast awesome rookie.. he'll figure it out next year.

revhard · 07-20-2008, 02:17 PM

everyone should be sending KIRO or CBS a THANK YOU for not only broadcasting this, but they are going to broadcast Brno (the next race) Seems they're really giving MotoGP a chance.

manicmike · 07-20-2008, 02:18 PM

Originally Posted by wheezl

I had to watch Eurosport and Mediaset depending on who wasn't showing ads.

How bad was CBS commentary?

Greg White is a dumb ass. "Yeah what you're seeing is the left hand being used for the clutch. The clutch is what's used to shift."

wheezl · 07-20-2008, 02:20 PM

Originally Posted by revhard

everyone should be sending KIRO or CBS a THANK YOU for not only broadcasting this, but they are going to broadcast Brno (the next race) Seems they're really giving MotoGP a chance.

In fact we should CALL CBS and tell them how much WE LOVE when they broadcast MotoGP.

.. Though I just watched the Stoner interview on Italian TV... what a whiny bitch

I hear he is a nice guy... but really whatever.

Nex · 07-20-2008, 02:21 PM

CBS was bad, but keep in mind they are not targeting real motorcycle fans. I bet commentators were told to chew it down for regular "joe" and try to get them interested. In an established market they would not have to explain how a MotoGP bike has no starter... or that riders wear leathers, helmet, gloves, and have plastic pucks on their knees

revhard · 07-20-2008, 02:22 PM

Originally Posted by wheezl

In fact we should CALL CBS and tell them how much WE LOVE when they broadcast MotoGP.

.. Though I just watched the Stoner interview on Italian TV... what a whiny bitch

I hear he is a nice guy... but really whatever.

i just sent KIRO's programming a quickie email.

Nex · 07-20-2008, 02:23 PM

Thanks CBS! I was able to watch GP even with no cable to speak of. They ran some really long ads though, way too long for a sporting even.

revhard · 07-20-2008, 02:41 PM

Originally Posted by Nex

Thanks CBS! I was able to watch GP even with no cable to speak of. They ran some really long ads though, way too long for a sporting even.

believe it or not... it wasnt "too" bad. Watch AMA on speed channel. You will PULL YOUR HAIR OUT. They take a break every lap.

Nex · 07-20-2008, 02:43 PM

I haven't watched cable in 2 years, must have lost tolerance. Usually I download GP races aired on Eurosport, but I just couldn't resist this one since it's in our time zone and everything.

revhard · 07-20-2008, 02:47 PM

Originally Posted by Nex

I haven't watched cable in 2 years, must have lost tolerance. Usually I download GP races aired on Eurosport, but I just couldn't resist this one since it's in our time zone and everything.

yeah i hear u on that. CBS should allow another 1/2 hour of coverage, since the EUROsport coverage lasts about another half hour afterward... but again... babysteps. They know most americans (always go go go, more more more) saw rossi cross the finish and changed the channel

Powderkeg · 07-20-2008, 02:47 PM

Originally Posted by Nex

I haven't watched cable in 2 years, must have lost tolerance. Usually I download GP races aired on Eurosport, but I just couldn't resist this one since it's in our time zone and everything.

You should of waited, Eurosport has way better announcers.

wheezl · 07-20-2008, 03:07 PM

Originally Posted by manicmike

Greg White is a dumb ass. "Yeah what you're seeing is the left hand being used for the clutch. The clutch is what's used to shift."

Sadly only about 90,000 Americans know what a clutch is :D

wheezl · 07-20-2008, 03:09 PM

Originally Posted by Powderkeg

You should of waited, Eurosport has way better announcers.

For the rest of this season. This is the last year of MototGP on Eurosport.

The best MotoGP announcers ever... are looking for work.

KCander · 07-20-2008, 03:18 PM

new drinking game: take a drink every time Greg White says, "WOW".

Awesome race 'til Stoner f'ed up, though!

gixxerjeff · 07-20-2008, 03:22 PM

best race of the season


07-20-2008, 01:10 PM	#1
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07-20-2008, 01:39 PM	#3
SoarTWD Superbiker Joined: Apr 2005 From: Spokane I Ride: nothing	freaking nutz battle between stoner and rossi. stoner goes down with 13 laps to go and doesn't lose 2nd position __________________ Ninja on a motorcycle Those who trust in the Lord shall Soar with eagle's wings Go Cougs! This is why wearing your gear is always the right choice


07-20-2008, 01:56 PM	#4
wheezl WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Oct 2007 From: Seattle, WA -- Livorno, Italy I Ride: 2001 Suzuki SV650S	Ok, for all of the Rossi haters. He just proved it in your back yard. He took an I-4 and beat a real engine with 20 more hp. Discuss. The tire bullshit really did screw up the race. EDIT: This has been the best race of the year for first place. __________________ I heart Rachel Maddow Last edited by wheezl; 07-20-2008 at 01:57 PM. Reason: more


07-20-2008, 02:03 PM	#6
revhard Retired Joined: Jun 2006 From: Federal Way Buckley I Ride: 05 KTM Supermoto and 07 R6 WMRRA	WOW WOW WOW, that was fun to watch! I also loved seeing Hacking right there with Spies, beating about 5 riders! Congrats to Rossi, poor Stoner. __________________ WMRRA #811 2008 Support Group www.darrenbeattyphotography.com http://www.beaudrymotorsports.com www.yamahasportsplaza.com www.zerogravityracing.com www.morepoweracing.com www.leovinceusa.com www.vortexracing.com www.chickenhawkracing.com www.adrenalinefreaks.com


07-20-2008, 02:09 PM	#7
HondaKilla Training Wheels Joined: Jan 2008 From: Hillsburrito, OR I Ride: ZX9R	that was some of the best racing this year! About time the doctor showed the bloody American’s how to race, lol. Please, lets start an email barrage to CBS to fire that fucking ass clown commentator... my god, save his shit for NASCAR inbreeds... __________________ Light travels faster than sound. That's why some people appear bright until you hear them speak


07-20-2008, 01:19 PM	#2
MCA8690 Zone Head Joined: Sep 2007 From: Portland, OR I Ride: Faster than I can think...	DO TELL!!!!! I'm here at work and don't have access to MotoGP dot com.... would someone please give an update on the top 10?!? any upsets so far? crashes? spectacular moves? I wanna know!!


07-20-2008, 01:59 PM	#5
Buckwheat Streetfighter Joined: Nov 2005 From: Pismo Beach, CA I Ride: Triumph Speed Triple, Suzuki DL650	. Fanfrickin'tastic! .


07-20-2008, 02:11 PM	#8
wheezl WMRRA Qualifier Joined: Oct 2007 From: Seattle, WA -- Livorno, Italy I Ride: 2001 Suzuki SV650S	I am just happy that Americans on CBS got to see some real moto racing. Too bad Casey couldn't hold it for a bit longer. If gas keeps going up over the next few years maybe we can turn into a moto nation __________________ I heart Rachel Maddow


07-20-2008, 02:13 PM	#9
Alpine 318is Streetfighter Joined: Jan 2007 From: Bellevue, Washington I Ride: Looking for a 00-02 R6	How bout another huge lorenzo high side. They need to up his tracking control setting. __________________ Looking for a 2000-2002 Yamaha R6 or a 2003-2004 ZX-6R 636. Would like blue but PM me any other colors. Thanks!


07-20-2008, 02:17 PM	#12
revhard Retired Joined: Jun 2006 From: Federal Way Buckley I Ride: 05 KTM Supermoto and 07 R6 WMRRA	everyone should be sending KIRO or CBS a THANK YOU for not only broadcasting this, but they are going to broadcast Brno (the next race) Seems they're really giving MotoGP a chance. __________________ WMRRA #811 2008 Support Group www.darrenbeattyphotography.com http://www.beaudrymotorsports.com www.yamahasportsplaza.com www.zerogravityracing.com www.morepoweracing.com www.leovinceusa.com www.vortexracing.com www.chickenhawkracing.com www.adrenalinefreaks.com


07-20-2008, 02:21 PM	#15
Nex Pit Crew Joined: Sep 2007 From: Seattle I Ride: 2002 RSV Mille & 2003 YZF-R6 & 2006 DRZ250	CBS was bad, but keep in mind they are not targeting real motorcycle fans. I bet commentators were told to chew it down for regular "joe" and try to get them interested. In an established market they would not have to explain how a MotoGP bike has no starter... or that riders wear leathers, helmet, gloves, and have plastic pucks on their knees __________________ 2008 Sponsors TyrSox Tire Warmers More Power Racing RWBPages Lockhart Phillips USA


07-20-2008, 02:23 PM	#17
Nex Pit Crew Joined: Sep 2007 From: Seattle I Ride: 2002 RSV Mille & 2003 YZF-R6 & 2006 DRZ250	Thanks CBS! I was able to watch GP even with no cable to speak of. They ran some really long ads though, way too long for a sporting even. __________________ 2008 Sponsors TyrSox Tire Warmers More Power Racing RWBPages Lockhart Phillips USA


07-20-2008, 02:43 PM	#19
Nex Pit Crew Joined: Sep 2007 From: Seattle I Ride: 2002 RSV Mille & 2003 YZF-R6 & 2006 DRZ250	I haven't watched cable in 2 years, must have lost tolerance. Usually I download GP races aired on Eurosport, but I just couldn't resist this one since it's in our time zone and everything. __________________ 2008 Sponsors TyrSox Tire Warmers More Power Racing RWBPages Lockhart Phillips USA


07-20-2008, 03:18 PM	#24
KCander El Duderino "Old Timer" Joined: May 2005 From: Everett I Ride: '04 CBR1000RR, '00 DR-Z400S	new drinking game: take a drink every time Greg White says, "WOW". Awesome race 'til Stoner f'ed up, though! __________________ -KC http://www.myspace.com/kcander RIP Shane W. "BigTilla"