I recently discovered a great podcast called "Speed Metal Cycling". The dude that does the podcast goes by the handle of "SkullKrusher" and I sent him some questions from the Illegal Feed Zone. Here you go.
Thanks for the interview SkullKrusher. For anyone who follows this blog check out his podcast "Speed Metal Cycling" on ITunes or his website: http://speedmetalpodcast.blogspot.com/ right here on Blogspot.
-Which movie did a worse job portraying its sport? American Flyers or Nacho Libre?
Well, Nacho Libre was loosely based on a true story (Father Sergio Gutiérrez Benítez, aka Fray Tormenta), so I guess you sorta gotta respect that, plus it was comedy and not really meant to be taken seriously. I really love American Flyers (How can you be sick? You have a mustache), but the whole race at the end is preposterous. Even with the Merckx cameo, I think A.F. does a worse job.
-Who has the best nickname in the Pro Peloton? The worst? The most appropriate?
I love "il Campionissimo" for Coppi, just it sounds so cool. Cipo's "Super Mario" is pretty funny, since he was the one who came up with it. Pantani has awesome ones, "Nosferatu" and "il Pirata", but also terrible ones "Elefantino" and "Dumbo." Van Hooydonck's "Boss of the Bosberg" seems the most appropriate.
-When is another Frenchman going to win the Tour?
When the French people learn not to put so much pressure on their young riders. Maybe Rémy Di Gregorio stands a slight chance now that he's not in a French team.
-Who would win in a fight? Mini Krusher or Chuck Norris?
Chuck Norris, maybe, since MiniKrusher is like 3'10".
-Did you know that when Chuck Norris works out the weights get stronger?
Of course I know that. I have the Chuck Norris Facts poster in my office!
-Why do the pros spend $10K on an aero wheels just to ride around with their rain jackets flapping in the wind?
Well, they don't really buy them themselves, but I know what you mean. Way worse than that are the fixie'tards who buy aero HED wheels to ride in the city wearing tight jeans and a flannel with a hyper-hip messenger bag. Idiots.
-Who would win in a fight, my CAAD7 or Mini Krusher? (editors note: MiniKrusher is SkullKrusher's alter ego and he is too short to ride a bike)
Tough call. I'd have to meet your CAAD7. What size is it? If it's a 56 or bigger, MiniKrusher stands no chance.
-What component grouppo is better, Campy Super Record Carbon or Shimano Sora?
Another tough call. Does Super Record even come in a triple? I'd go for Sora, cuz it has the little lever to shift down and carbon just sucks.
-Is there really a mafia in international racing? If so, who is the godfather?
Are you kidding? Mario Cipollini, of course!
-What is your favorite race to watch on TV?
Oddly enough I'd say it's the mountain stages of the major Tours. Love them.
-Which would be your favorite to watch in person?
Of all the races I have seen so far, Paris-Roubaix has been my favorite, cuz you get to see the start, catch the race a few times and have enough time to see the finish in the velodrome.
-Water, Coke, Gatorade, or Beer
I'm riding, water (unless you guys are around, in which case I'll take a beer). When I'm having lunch, Coke. Every other time beer and more beer and then some more beer after a few beers.
Well, Nacho Libre was loosely based on a true story (Father Sergio Gutiérrez Benítez, aka Fray Tormenta), so I guess you sorta gotta respect that, plus it was comedy and not really meant to be taken seriously. I really love American Flyers (How can you be sick? You have a mustache), but the whole race at the end is preposterous. Even with the Merckx cameo, I think A.F. does a worse job.
-Who has the best nickname in the Pro Peloton? The worst? The most appropriate?
I love "il Campionissimo" for Coppi, just it sounds so cool. Cipo's "Super Mario" is pretty funny, since he was the one who came up with it. Pantani has awesome ones, "Nosferatu" and "il Pirata", but also terrible ones "Elefantino" and "Dumbo." Van Hooydonck's "Boss of the Bosberg" seems the most appropriate.
-When is another Frenchman going to win the Tour?
When the French people learn not to put so much pressure on their young riders. Maybe Rémy Di Gregorio stands a slight chance now that he's not in a French team.
-Who would win in a fight? Mini Krusher or Chuck Norris?
Chuck Norris, maybe, since MiniKrusher is like 3'10".
-Did you know that when Chuck Norris works out the weights get stronger?
Of course I know that. I have the Chuck Norris Facts poster in my office!
-Why do the pros spend $10K on an aero wheels just to ride around with their rain jackets flapping in the wind?
Well, they don't really buy them themselves, but I know what you mean. Way worse than that are the fixie'tards who buy aero HED wheels to ride in the city wearing tight jeans and a flannel with a hyper-hip messenger bag. Idiots.
-Who would win in a fight, my CAAD7 or Mini Krusher? (editors note: MiniKrusher is SkullKrusher's alter ego and he is too short to ride a bike)
Tough call. I'd have to meet your CAAD7. What size is it? If it's a 56 or bigger, MiniKrusher stands no chance.
-What component grouppo is better, Campy Super Record Carbon or Shimano Sora?
Another tough call. Does Super Record even come in a triple? I'd go for Sora, cuz it has the little lever to shift down and carbon just sucks.
-Is there really a mafia in international racing? If so, who is the godfather?
Are you kidding? Mario Cipollini, of course!
-What is your favorite race to watch on TV?
Oddly enough I'd say it's the mountain stages of the major Tours. Love them.
-Which would be your favorite to watch in person?
Of all the races I have seen so far, Paris-Roubaix has been my favorite, cuz you get to see the start, catch the race a few times and have enough time to see the finish in the velodrome.
-Water, Coke, Gatorade, or Beer
I'm riding, water (unless you guys are around, in which case I'll take a beer). When I'm having lunch, Coke. Every other time beer and more beer and then some more beer after a few beers.
Thanks for the interview SkullKrusher. For anyone who follows this blog check out his podcast "Speed Metal Cycling" on ITunes or his website: http://speedmetalpodcast.blogspot.com/ right here on Blogspot.
Take care and ride fast!
Andy
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