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anonymouscyclist
No, Jakob is entirely correct to classify CO as a poisonous gas, as it is intrinsically highly toxic. Its dosage doesn’t make it ‘less’ poisonous. In fact, this danger is precisely why teams are not allowed to use the Detalo Performance rebreathing machine without direct, in-person supervision. Because CO binds tightly to haemoglobin and leaves the body extremely slowly, without the correct, monitored and supervised dosage, it can build up overtime and accumulate to toxic levels. It does not become ‘non-poisonous’ at low levels, it simply has a cumulative effect. CO is poisonous because, upon inhalation, it binds to the haemoglobin 200-300 times more strongly than oxygen. Haemoglobin carries oxygen to your body, and consequently, a sudden high dosage, or repeating low dosages, cause suffocation. You can’t compare it to CO2 either, it does not bind to haemoglobin anywhere close to the rate at which CO does. CO2 is only dangerous in massive, enclosed concentrations by physically displacing the oxygen in the air and suffocating you by physically preventing you from breathing oxygen. And let’s not get started on carbon monoxide inhalation.18:02
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anonymouscyclist
Agreed. It was really touching to see. Also, very clever from Pogi! Isaac will do whatever he needs for him, for the rest of the tour.05-07-2026 20:24
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anonymouscyclist
Huge huge fan of Remco, and this I would agree with.04-07-2026 10:55
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anonymouscyclist
Would love to see this.03-07-2026 16:16
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anonymouscyclist
100%! Not quite the same level but in a similar vein to Kyrgios at Wimbledon.28-06-2026 19:00
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anonymouscyclist
Even if we doubt his chances, you have to appreciate the drama. He’s going into this convinced he can challenge Tadej and Jonas, that he’s better than Lipo, regardless of what the fans or media say. That disconnect between his own self belief, and the public’s expectations, is such a compelling narrative… and like the previous two Tours, adds a layer of internal tension that will only heighten the drama of an already anticipated Tour. It’s another exciting subplot for us to follow, a race within a race.28-06-2026 14:20
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anonymouscyclist
Agreed @Santiago, and well said.28-06-2026 13:26
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anonymouscyclist
I feel like Remco, and his team, are just strategically exploiting a loophole to get out of the Belgian Nationals, which is a ridiculous rule altogether anyway. But if it is the game they must play, then who are we to criticise them for doing so. That being said, I remain skeptical of Remco’s prospects at the Tour. While I have no doubt his fitness will be top tier, Remco is no GC contender. Even with his past Vuelta victory, I stand by that he is a pure one day racer and TT specialist. I love Remco, he is fantastic to have at a race, and I will forever be a major fan of his. But the longer he, and his team, push him to be something he is not, the more I fear we will continue to see the media crucify him. And maybe, stop all the talk before these big stage races. Let your legs do the talking, Remco. We already know how good you can be ;)28-06-2026 12:34
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anonymouscyclist
Well said26-06-2026 21:14
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anonymouscyclist
I have zero time for the Lance Armstrong apologists. And my disdain for him runs deep. He is an indelible stain on the history of cycling, and the common defense that 'everyone else was doping too' is a tired, reductive excuse that ignores the full scope of his misconduct. His legacy is defined by his character, not just his race results. Armstrong wasn't just a participant in a doping era; he was a malicious, calculating bully who weaponized his influence to destroy those who dared to challenge him. He will forever remain a disgrace to the sport.25-06-2026 09:29