Who to Support after Rossi Retires.

cliché guevara said:

i've come to like iannone, folger impressed me 2009,hope he'll show himself a little more next year

bradl is a good rider,when things come together he's able to fight for the win and i'd love to see some more podiums and wins from him this year



i think the logical thing to do for rossi fans is support the riders who have proven they can ride at valentinos level,that list isn't too long,is it

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SprogTheDog said:

So by that I presume your talking about Lorenzo and Stoner. Although we could all debate at length weather they are riding to Vales level.

I can only speak for myself, but none of the other aliens would get my vote.



I'd like to see Cal do well, and also would love to see Scott Redding & Bradley Smith move up and be competitive.

We need a brit to do us proud.

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cliché guevara said:

i think just using the term aliens tells us we all agree that they are near rossis for one reason or the other

i found myself to admire alonso because(!) he beat schumacher ,even though at the time i couldn't stand that. as originally a huge rossi fan boy,lorenzo and stoner earned my following the same way (difference being the didn't turn out to be total ........ (yet) ). you get what i mean?

i think sic has what it takes to be the next guy rossi fans love,in addition to great skill he for sure is a very charismatic and likeable guy



crutchlow seems like a great guy, good rider as well. i like tech3 anyways, i'd be very happy to see colin and cal do well next year

although i'm usually a bit creeped out by gingers i've come to like smith, very focused and dedicated young man.lets see how 4 strokes work for him

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Keshav said:

MGP - it's gonna be The Pie Man - that he's an American is just a big plus.



I kinda like Sofa Glue on the 600s tho I hope Joan Lascorz makes it up to

that class before long. I've been consistently impressed by him.

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Goatboy said:

Why Luca Marini of course.

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Geonerd said:

I'm afraid Hayden is on his own. Rooting for him is like chasing a girl you'll never catch. Eventually, the pain and disappointment overcome even the most fawning adoration and you are forced to admit defeat. If Haystack can prove me wrong, I'll hoist a beer, but the infatuation is over.

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Mr. Shupe said:

+1



I will always like Nicky, but I have given up on investing in him emotionally. He's a solid rider with a lot of heart and determination who had that dream year. But he's not a consistent GP winner (or even a regular contender for wins).



Spies is the exciting part for me now.

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Talpa said:

he remains one of the few riders who makes you feel very satisfied for when good results come...

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L8Braker said:

I think Talps makes a good point, no one will deny that Nick works hard, if he happens to beat out your favorite rider, your not as pissed about it as you normally would be, everyone feels like they know Hayden on a personal level because he wears his heart on his sleeve.

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djm said:

can't stand sofoglu. biggest hypocrite and whinner out there. that crap he pulled on J hayes (was it last year?) was just that. crap. i'm surprised josh didn't beat his ... after the race.

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Mr. Shupe said:

+1



I will always like Nicky, but I have given up on investing in him emotionally. He's a solid rider with a lot of heart and determination who had that dream year. But he's not a consistent GP winner (or even a regular contender for wins).



Spies is the exciting part for me now.

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Talpa said:

definately a very good summation of the trials of a Hayden fan, however he remains one of the few riders who makes you feel very satisfied for when good results come...

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Jumkie said:

Hence the monicker: BANDWAGON.

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