TdF Profiteering

[screenman]

Well one thing for sure the only bad things ever written about me are by people who have never met me in person. I am definitely not a loads of money guy, but I do not knock people who are, as long as I have the choice like Marmion I will not pay inflated prices, I am a cyclist and by nature we are a tight fisted bunch.

I do have a habit of trying to see things from a different angle, often to get discussion going and see what people are really thinking, Like I said earlier about the green eyed monster, I am sure that is what upsets some people, like I have not got it so why they sort of thing.

Also, you guessed I do wind up a bit.

 

[screenman]

Given that you mentioned it, you obviously think that it's something to be envious of - the thought never even entered my head that it would involve envy rather I saw it as people seeing the prices as them being over-charged. I understand the concepts of capitalism, however I'm not going to the Tour as I see the costs as "too much"; I could quite easily afford to go at the prices being asked but don't see the prices as worth paying.

I am not envious, but for sure some people will be.

 

[rich p]

Some might say that 'winding-up' is equivalent to 'trolling' but I couldn't possibly say.

 

[Pro Tour Punditry]

I am not envious, but for sure some people will be.

Why do you think that? I can't see any indication that it has anything to do with envy.

 

[screenman]

Some might say that 'winding-up' is equivalent to 'trolling' but I couldn't possibly say.

My opinions can winds people up, not that it is done on purpose.

 

[NorvernRob]

Saying that £125 to camp in a field for a night is ridiculous isn't being jealous of those who want to/can pay it - it's just stating a fact.

Fair enough, if people pay it, then good on the landowners - but it doesn't make it any less of a rip off.

ps: no jealousy here, I'm 20 minutes ride from the stage 2 finish and an hours ride from the spot I'm going to watch from. Holme Moss is going to be too busy for me though I've considered it.

Pps: I've got camping room in my garden if any one wants to pay £100 per night, and I'll even make you a full English for that

 

[Firestorm]

There is a detailed mapon the tdf website with a list of towns/villages being visited.
I intend to be at Finchingfield a beautiful village

 

[steveindenmark]

These things always happen. There is always people daft enough to pay as well. I am sure I could find a patch to doss down in without paying £200.

Steve

 

[Shadowfax]

Of course asking £200 would keep dossers like you off his land !

Laugh.

 

[screenman]

Do you all sell things for less than they are worth?

 

[Kbrook]

Why do you need to be right on site, I live 8 miles from Skipton and will be cycling in on the day. There are loads of places near me where you pitch a tent for nothing, lots of b &b s. Look for lancashire, Earby , Barnoldswick, easy ride in .

 

[lyn1]

Its just about being selective. Ilkley CC in conjunction with the local rugby club offer the following packages : tent/caravan or motorhome
3 day package - £45 per adult for up to 3 days stay
5 day package - £67.50 per adult for up to 5 days stay
7 day + package - £87.50 per adult for up to 9 days stay
Note:
There is no charge for children or young adults under the age of 16.
Use of bar/toilets/catering at rugby club
Located on Stage 1 and a 3 mile cycle ride from stage 2.
600 metres to large screen and entertainment activities at the hub
600 metres from the town and pubs/restaurants/cafes.
Several local crit races during the period to watch or participate in
Free day time rides organised by the club during the period

 

[Shadowfax]

Worth ?

 

[screenman]

Worth ?

Whatever somebody will pay for it.

 

[Shadowfax]

So how do you sell something for less than it is worth then ?