Michael Phelps Weed Smoking Bong Picture
Michael Phelps Smoking Pot, Using A Bong
The sports world has be shocked by revealing photos of Michael Phelps smoking marijuana from a cannabis pipe (otherwise known as a bong for smoking weed). Michael Phelps is an Olympian who has won an unprecedented 14 gold medals, and this picture threatens to tarnish his image all over the world.
We say: big freakin’ deal.
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On January 31st 2009, Phelpsftw wrote:
LOL this isn’t even him amyone that belives it is an idiot
On January 31st 2009, Alex wrote:
who doesnt smoke pot?? wuts the big deal? i thought it was a big deal cuz he was doin steroids, or cocaine… but weed?? how is that a big deal?
On February 1st 2009, JAke wrote:
That’s not him, not really that close either.
On February 1st 2009, kent wrote:
its only canibus everyone has tried it gosh atleast its not cocaine or meths?
On February 1st 2009, kuusbeltre wrote:
it’s that degenerate dude from the hills…jason was it?
On February 1st 2009, Kelly wrote:
Mr. Phelps….if your gonna place yourself in the public eye and become a role model for others then you try and live up to that. I am truly ashamed of you . Some role model you turned out to be.
On February 1st 2009, A Guy wrote:
You fucking idiots…Michael Phelps admitted it was him!
On February 1st 2009, Lukas wrote:
Lame, who cares he still won like 8 gold medals!
On February 1st 2009, Phil wrote:
It is him. There’s even an article on the BBC website about it.
On February 1st 2009, paul wrote:
He did admit to it, but it’s not like its a Enhancing drug. if anything it’s going to hinder him more. Now it looks as though he’s going to lose endorsements and ALOT of money, moral of the story? if you smoke weed make sure there’s no cameras around. He should have known that with his celebrity status that these pictures would’ve been leaked.
On February 1st 2009, lady wrote:
He did it and he apologized who ever exposed him is the idiot… whatever we all have our past or downfalls he’s just a kid let him be…
On February 1st 2009, marco wrote:
not a big deal? I’m from Tijuana, do you have any idea about the drug war we have to deal because of the “innofensive” weed? do you know how many nappers have been in the last year in Mexico, all because of you u.s. citizens who love to drug… we are the “trampolin” and you are the big pool full of addicts… big deal? well, certainly is a big deal!!!
On February 1st 2009, Ace of Blanks wrote:
I submit to you that it is impossible to win 8 gold medals without smoking weed.
On February 1st 2009, jose wrote:
i think that PHELPS is and always will be a great role model!!!! yes he made a mistake who hasn’t no one is perfect!!!! all i have to say is stop trying to bring a champ down and leave PHELPS alone!!!!
On February 1st 2009, Jerry Cockehaugen wrote:
I liked Phelps before but now I love him he is 100% my hero; 420!!!!!!!!!!!! ALL THE WAY Mr. Phelps I salute you! and i agree big deal!!
On February 1st 2009, charlene wrote:
this dosent even look like him
i dont think its him.
and come on it just weed.
On February 1st 2009, el sancho wrote:
what I want to know is, Was it regular weed or Kush he was smoking?
On February 2nd 2009, Toby wrote:
It’s him, he already confessed and apologized for it
On February 2nd 2009, michael chin wrote:
i know athletes are to be banned from competition if they were to use performance enhancing drugs…. now… is weed performance enhancing? maybe for a hot dog eating competition….
On February 2nd 2009, Mr. Weed wrote:
smoking BUD is the american way
and i hate alll of you
On February 2nd 2009, Darren Memphis tn. wrote:
Hey that is a nice watch he has on!!!!!
On February 2nd 2009, Hugo Cantere wrote:
If everyone was perfect, then this country would be a perfect place but, as everyone knows, its NOT! Like every american we all have ways to deal with our exsistance in this world to relax! Hopefully he can bounce back from this bad publicity because he’ll always be our #1 athlete in the world. May God Bless him and his family in this time of need. Many Mahalos Michael Phelps!
On February 2nd 2009, kenny wrote:
that’s a shitty bong for an olympian. You’d think he could afford better
On February 2nd 2009, Nick wrote:
Marco, aside for your terrible English, you are a grade A moron. The only reason any drug war exists anywhere is because a black market exists, and the only reason a black market exists, is because the U.S. government has chosen to prohibit the possesion, comsumption, and production of marijuana, which would hardly seem logical to any rational person, seeing as how the consumption and possesion of more harmful drugs are perfectly legal. (In 2000, DrugWarFacts.org released an annual “Causes of Death in the U.S.” study. Topping this list with 435,000 deaths is tobacco, a legal drug in the United States. Right behind tobacco, in a close 3rd, is alcohol, with 85,000 deaths, while all the while, marijuana is at the bottom of the list with 0 deaths. http://drugwarfacts.org/cms/?q=node/30)
And I just hope, that you’re not actually stupid enough to refer to marijuana smokers as addicts… That’s just ridiculous. Get you shit straight, Marco.
On February 2nd 2009, wigz wrote:
it juss comes to show that weed doesnt effect you too much, cuz if u can smoke n win 100 medals than u can smoke n do anything. legalize ittttt
On February 2nd 2009, ATTN Kelly wrote:
Before you express your “shame” which, in my most firm and deep beliefs, doesn’t matter at all to Michael Phelps, imagine if every time you decided to judge someone that you didn’t know it made world news… That’s what Mr. Phelps is going through right now. If he wants to smoke pot get off his back and let him smoke pot. Obama, Bush, and a laundry list of other American Heroes have also admitted to having not only smoked this plant but also to have “experimented” with cocaine. Phelps won you 8 gold medals, now let him set back, relax, and enjoy a bong without having to impress the world every time he steps out to a party.
On February 2nd 2009, underexposed wrote:
Marihuana obviously doesn’t affect his success :) what he does in his free time is his problem, problem is in other people who think he’s supposed to me a role model! fuck that ….
Hat down for mr. phelps :)
don’t let idiots get you down….
“i feel tired…but it’s a good kind of tired. I’m stoned!”
On February 2nd 2009, artie fischel wrote:
This was the perfect opportunity for Phelps and he fucked himself! He shouldn’t have said he was sorry at all…………..he should have spoke up and said……………WAKE THE FUCK UP AMERICA………WEED ISN’T BAD! LOOK AT ME! I’M A WORLD CLASS ATHLETE AND I CAN SMOKE WEED AND STILL WIN MORE GOLD MEDALS THAN ANYONE…………..LEGALIZE IT, TAX IT, ALLOW IT TO BE USED FOR MEDICINE……….AND ADMIT THAT THE DRUG WAR HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST WASTE OF TAXPAYER DOLLARS IN U.S. HISTORY!
On February 2nd 2009, boss reezy wrote:
chyeaaaa, get it mike, rip that shit to the dome, and of course hes using a fucking waterpipe, hes a fucking fish, a flying-high fish, and my new hero
On February 2nd 2009, A-town wrote:
Who gives a good goddamn? He’s young. He’s accomplished more in his life so far than most people EVER will. The kid is allowed to have some fun. I don’t know a single person his age who DOESN’T smoke pot. Give the kid a break. Kelly, he’s not gonna read your post, so save your disappointed speech.
On February 2nd 2009, Jonmc wrote:
I would have loved to be the person who took the picture. I’m sure they banked and got to smoke with Phelps!
On February 2nd 2009, boobert wrote:
i used yo yhink he was a complete stuck up nob,now that hes hittin that shit hes cool,i wanna be just like him when i grow up
On February 2nd 2009, Kaileigh wrote:
Its just weed…who cares? It just makes you a little lazy, which obviously isn’t an issue with Phelps. Now, if he were doing meth or heroin or something…that might be interesting. But for cripes sake weed is not the monster that people want you to think it is.
On February 2nd 2009, steve wrote:
remember ross rebagliatti? the gold medal snowboarder who tested positive for pot? his medals were stripped and the IOC later agreed that pot is NOT A PERFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUG. his medals were returned and he still gets endorsements from winter sports supply companies to this day..if the ioc threw his medals back at him, they set the precedent, and they most likely wont take phelps’ medals away.
in the long run, i dont care, i still have my kids to feed and my bills to pay, regardless of what happens to phelps ..i have a life and i dont need to worry about someone elses problems. that being said..have a nice groundhog day everyone
On February 2nd 2009, dgaf wrote:
wtf who cares
i sure as hell dont and neither should you just because someone smokes weed doesnt mean that makes them a bad person i know people who are millionares that smoke weed and they are still climbin up the chain
On February 2nd 2009, dgaf wrote:
oh and at least it a roor
On February 2nd 2009, bob wrote:
OMFG that is so funny. The athlete who won 8 gold medals loves to get stoned just like anybody else. If there is anyone saying shame on him then SHAME ON YOU. You are probably another idiot who can’t get past decades of anti-marijuana propaganda. It isn’t a dangerous drug for people. The only people it is dangerous to is the people who run the wood pulp and various oil industries that hemp would have destroyed because it is a better product. So you get douche bags out for money, lobbying and telling everyone it is a dangerous drug. Putting laws into effect for the soul purpose of protecting their industry. They could care less that it is safe and a lot of people enjoy it.
On February 2nd 2009, legaliZe pot wrote:
Marco you are foolish to refer to the american population as a pool of addicts as a “trampoline”. Considering many people across the world are under the impact of addictions i would have to say drugs can be a problem. But to refr to pot as an addictions is extremely foolish and shows that you clearly have no understandind of the drug itself. Alcohol and tabaco are addictions as when one tries to quit witdrawal kicks in physically, the body goes into rejejection and sicknees without this percieved drug. Pot has no chemically addictive qualities. As for phelps smoking it who gives a rats ass. It just proves that pot doesnt drag everyone down, its the person doing the drug. Just like not all people who drink become alcoholics. And clearly he has smoked before because for someone who doesnt smoke, a bong wouldnt be so easy the first time and he woldnt look so comfortable holding that shit.
On February 2nd 2009, marco wrote:
Nick: how many languages do you speak? or even write or read? I supose none other than english as many of you “gringos”. Well, I never said tobacco or alcohol were not “drugs”, and for your knowledge, most of the consumers of drugs are in your country. I’m sorry for you “gringos” you are going down just like the greeks, romans, etc. did. And thanks for supporting our drug war!
On February 2nd 2009, marco wrote:
legalize pot: mariguana causes psicological addiction, I never said everyone who uses pot is an addict, but I confirm most of the drug abusers are in your country!
On February 2nd 2009, k1ska wrote:
Marco, you’re simply ignorant. Don’t speak ever again, please. It’s embarrassing. Marijuana isn’t a drug. It’s grown in America as much as it is anywhere else. If you think your country is having problems due to us “gringos” smoking weed, you’re entirely too retarded to live. Also, telling us “gringos” our country is going down is also really ill, mentally atleast. Rome only “went down” because Ceaser refused to give up his power thus provoking a rebellion. Yeah, America’s leaders are doing the exact same thing, what with the elections and whatnot.
On February 2nd 2009, clos wrote:
This is sum funny shit….most pro athletes chief it up and are more athleticaly gifted than all of us so whoever is bitching about him smoking get the stick out of ur ass lol
On February 2nd 2009, clos wrote:
Marco ur an idiot if ur so pissed move I bet u get paid in dollars mofo
On February 2nd 2009, Blowdy wrote:
Mexico sucks
Phelps rules!
Go USA!
On February 2nd 2009, brad wrote:
that’s a nice bong
On February 2nd 2009, macho-peach-chew wrote:
It is stupid that in 2009 marijuana is illegal at all. They’ve been trying to 50 years to paint weed in a bad light, and all the science has proved that weed is not only pretty safe, but that it has medical benefits too….. Legalize it, tax it, and help keep US Farmers in business. Hemp oil, paper and other products are environmentally friendly and cheap. Weed is not even a so called gateway drug, as beer and tobacco are used long before weed by most kids…. And so far, the countries where decriminalization has NOT lead to increased consumption as the US government keeps fearing…. IN fact marijuana use in Amsterdam is down among 14-21 year olds since it became legal….
On February 2nd 2009, da man wrote:
It isn’t a performance enhancing drug…bfd he smokes
On February 2nd 2009, sssss wrote:
give him a break !! he is a champion
On February 2nd 2009, bob marley wrote:
LEGALIZE IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!
On February 2nd 2009, tigerfan01 wrote:
hahaha there are like 2 negative comments about him smoking weed on this whole page… win
On February 2nd 2009, rednas wrote:
Just proves that you can win Olympic medals and smoke some spinach! Who cares!
On February 2nd 2009, Coma wrote:
His apology tarnished his image with ‘real’ people. He had nothing to apologize for.
On February 2nd 2009, Hunter wrote:
This obviously shows that no one really cares who smokes pot. Hes an awesome athlete and anyone who wins 8 gold medals in china deserves a nice victory bowl.
On February 2nd 2009, Jswim wrote:
wow, who cares! whats the big deal that he smokes pot so does A LOT of other people this aig hes just the big star so ppl make a big deal about it. he’s still micheal phelps
On February 2nd 2009, Jswim wrote:
woww! who cares if he smokes pot i all u did was swim and he hasnt since february then you’d smoke pot too! who reallys cares most ppl do smoke pot anyways… it’s called being human and making mistakes he’s still amazing!
On February 2nd 2009, Circa` wrote:
Who cares, if he’s smoking a bong, im proud that he smokes alot of athletes do, during the off season, this is a break for stoners everywhere, saying you can become anything even if you smoke, stop using it as a cop out. fuck truth cause its all lies.
On February 2nd 2009, jay perez wrote:
it is him u idiots. he just apologized on national tv
On February 2nd 2009, Brianna wrote:
I think he shouldn’t have apologized so what almost half of america has smoked or tried It before it’s not like he did anything to serious
On February 2nd 2009, Me wrote:
It is him, because he made a public apology on tv today…if it isn’t him, why is he saying that he’s sorry??
On February 2nd 2009, cg wrote:
to tell you the truth i like him better knowing he smokes pot haha some of the smartest most talented people smoke pot…to those who are freaking out maybe you should try to hit the pipe a couple times and then feel free to express your feelings
On February 2nd 2009, Really? wrote:
Shocked? Is the world really shocked?
I’m not…
On February 2nd 2009, mrstimtebow23 wrote:
It is seriously disappointing to see one of the biggest role models of our time doing something so outrageously idiotic. does he really not know the millions of people who adore and idolize him? its really sad, and i love micheal phelps,i wish i t wasnt him:(
On February 2nd 2009, mrstimtebow23 wrote:
and the worse pert is, he represents our country,and that is NOT a good impression to leave to others,but hopefully,he has learned his lesson and stopped.
On February 2nd 2009, cjch wrote:
ok dude
1} it is him he addmited it
2} i dont really think that its that bigga deal
im against drugies cant stand em, but man if he wants to smoke a little from all the pressure that hes been under then he has a right too,
i am dissapointed but nobody’s perfect. just means he’s normal now if it was a hard drug then it deff be a problem but it’s not
On February 2nd 2009, Michelle wrote:
GO! GO! GO!
I’m going to give you another gold for that hit.
Took it like a true champ should.
LOL.
Don’t worry Phelps your still my hero, times two now.
On February 2nd 2009, Teri wrote:
Come on. Its not him. Doesn’t even look like him!
On February 2nd 2009, tuguldur wrote:
LET’s see superman get high
On February 2nd 2009, Ariel wrote:
who cares. its only weed..
at least its now coke or something.
he’s still a good role model..
and people just need to get over it.
i really dont think that it was weed, cuz hell
u cant fucking win 8 gold meds.
while smoking that shit.
get over it
On February 2nd 2009, TheTruth wrote:
This is not a moral issue people, it’s a monetary issue. The only thing to talk about is the possibility of him loosing his sponsorships..
Why else do you think he apologized? He clearly doesn’t think it’s wrong to smoke
If you want to talk morality, talk about what corporate businesses force down your throat into believing.
On February 2nd 2009, miss right wrote:
The majority of you are idiots.
Who the hell cares if he smoked pot. Everyone and their mother smokes. It doesn’t make you a bad person. Reguardless if children look up to him or not they’ll still try pot.
As if you’ve never tried, your boss does it, right?? As if your friends don’t smoke? As if your family members don’t? If it was coke or meth, or heroine.. Maybe. But pot is harmless. And this is coming from someone who doesn’t even smoke anymore.
Idiots are so quick to judge. So quick to form an opinion. Mindless drones, idiots.
Live a little. He is an icon who has accomplished a lot. Who the fuck cares if he smoked weed. Most of you have done far worse. Sit on your high horse. Make yourself feel better. If that’s possible. So quick to judge. Such a sheep. Pot may not be for everyone, however you can’t judge every single person who does it. All those who oppose, burn to death and do the world a favor.
Love,
Vanessa :)
On February 2nd 2009, JIM wrote:
This this goes to show that marijuana should be legal. This guy won gold medals and now their thinking of taking his endorsement away because he smoked little weed? C’mon If anything, america should be embarrassed and apologize, not mike. Keep tokin’ Plelps!!!
On February 2nd 2009, SunflowerPipes wrote:
If Michael Phelps is into smoking pipes then good for him. Just because he enjoys smoking a water pipe does not mean he should have to lie about it and talk about the “big mistake” he made. The government makes a mistake every time it enforces marijuana prohibition at the expense of America and good since. America should grow up and quit attacking its own citizens for how they decide to spend their recreational time.
SunflowerPipes.com
On February 2nd 2009, ChristianAvenger wrote:
FUCK YEAH! Toke that bong, Phelps. You are the fucking man. Finally, somebody everybody looks up to is known to smoke pot. So many others do, nobody talks about it is all. So to you, Mr. Phelps, RIGHT ON, MOTHER FUCKER! LEGALIZE!
On February 2nd 2009, savanna wrote:
who gives a shit.
hes a stud.
i idolize him now.
fuck everyone thats “ashamed in him”
On February 2nd 2009, JAMES wrote:
man he is smoking weed and that is him he admitied towmoking weed
On February 2nd 2009, da boss wrote:
Maaahh lizzaaad, phelps cool points just went up. smoke weed errday. best role model ever, this just shows you can smoke weed and still win the gold
On February 2nd 2009, Hah wrote:
It’s more disappointing in any person who judges Michael based on this incident.
It’s the people claiming he was tarnished or made a mistake who are really hate mongering. He shows kids you can do what you want and not have to listen to the lies of an older generation to be successful
He’s more an inspiration now then he ever was. I hope all those soccer moms choke on their misconceptions.
On February 2nd 2009, Eddie wrote:
Big F’in deal. He won 14 gold medals, he deserves a break. Is it that somebody who smokes pot is the most accomplished Olympian ever? Ha Ha
On February 2nd 2009, cassi wrote:
let michael phelps be, so what if he smokes a little bit of weed.. i say lets find the douche that took the pic and kick his ass… because that is one shady cat… and you know he made a lot of money for ruining his friends career…what an ass
On February 2nd 2009, cory wrote:
haha hell yea!! he just got me as a fan!!
SMOKE WEED!!
SRH. STONERS REAKING HAVIK
On February 2nd 2009, RastaMAN wrote:
All who are ashamed of him are ignorant egotistical fags. Its weed, a gift from god. You say it is so bad but give no evidence to tell why its bad. So what if he wants to relax. He has done more with his life than any of you pathetic losers ever will. Life is short. Everyone needs to relax. One love, peace to all
On February 3rd 2009, sthomp9 wrote:
If the photo had been taken in Amsterdam would it still be an issue?
On February 3rd 2009, blip wrote:
Phelps is human… who cares? the best worlds swimmer!!
On February 3rd 2009, Trethedev wrote:
I just believe that he is a role model… what kind of message is he sending to his younger fans and people looking up to him. pics of him should not be taken to begin with.
On February 3rd 2009, mike wrote:
Everyone should smoke weed it relieves the stress that this nation gives you..
On February 3rd 2009, Impressed wrote:
Wow. With lungs like his, he probably takes monster hits. Nobody has any idea what it’s like to be him. If you win 8 gold medals, then judge him. If not, sorry you’re opinion doesn’t count.
On February 3rd 2009, gus wrote:
Burn nugs!
That’s wassup phelps burn a chop dude. Bongs is koo tho. I’m so blasted right now I feel phelps. Ganja is the only way top go. And don’t forget real bud is grown in cali. That’s why we got cannabis clubs and you don’t bitch. Burn one!
On February 3rd 2009, fact is wrote:
the fact is that Phelps is a roll model to kids; Marijuana is still illegal in all fifty states with the exception to those states that have medical reasons which i am sure Phelps has no medical reason to smoke. and this is not the way for a roll model to act and be an example to others. when your in the public eye, you gotta be smart and don’t get caught doing stupid crap.
On February 3rd 2009, 420 420 420 wrote:
HEll yeah Phelps,….. he was prob blasted at bejing….winnnin mad gold hahaha…… but that wuts good…. and you know he is smoking the good shit….prob some sour D’s, kush. haze, piff hahahah im an athlete and i burn b4 i ball everyday…marajuana IS FUCKING AMERICAN and i wanna burn wit Phelps….but we def rollin a blunt instead of a bong and we r gonna make it a grren leaf dutchy…..(i only smoke dutchy’s i dont philly’s mofa fuckers – Fabolous)
On February 3rd 2009, Matt wrote:
Michael Phelps only went up in my estimation of him as a result of his bong hit. Thanks for showing the world that one can be an achiever and a pot smoker.
I really wish he had not apologized for the incident.
Maybe this will help to legalize this pleasant medicinal plant.
On February 3rd 2009, Jeni wrote:
I don’t care what he did in his past but now that he is basically the “swimming world” so he needs to make better choices of what he does so that he does not hurt the image of swimming!!!
On February 3rd 2009, ThinkAboutIt wrote:
What happens if it gets legalized…you will need a license to sell it. Not everyone will be able to grow it. So now, the goverment gets license fee, taxes the product when it gets sold and it becomes like tobacco…hihgly regulated…wondering if legalizing it is such a good idea???
On February 3rd 2009, Heather wrote:
Kelly and Mrstinetebow23,
tisk tisk…..
When it comes to self image you are ignorant. You are judging him on one aspect of his life, not by all the things he has accomplished. He obviously does not let weed effect his life negatively, it doesn’t effect or make him a POS person. Who are you to say it is negative (stiffs) he is young and just having a good time chillin. He won 8 gold medals for….AMERICA….so maybe you should step up and defend him. He is an Olympic athlete for his country, give a little support he works his ass off to be that great, let the man live. Not to mention any youth in America will probably smoke weed once in their life. Phelps isn’t walking around tweakin out, he’s just having fun at a party. Who’s to say he even has a habit? Its all just speculation getting out of control and gossip. Go Phelps, keep doing what you do, most of America has your back. =) He is not losing his endorsements or sponsors.
On February 3rd 2009, Brian Rogowski wrote:
I love him becuase I love pot. (smoke weed 4 life)
On February 3rd 2009, bigD wrote:
LOL well its good to be white-Chris Rock
(*@#$ you media. The way you sweep this issue under the rug. F*@# you media the way you canned and ripped Josh Howard to shreds for the very same thing and nobody even saw a photo of him smoking weed. Just think if this would have been Kobe Bryant who got caught for smoking weed. They would have tried to end that motha*#@$# carrier, take away all endorsements and all. Oh well I love my racist country
On February 3rd 2009, seymour finklestein wrote:
aloha…. they should take away ALL of michael phelps’ olympic medals…. to smoke marijuana is a terrible thing…. there is not ONE single other person in the world who smokes pot!… if he uses weed, who knows what else he may do?…. we have got to stop this immediately…. he should be thrown in jail and the key thrown away until he learns the evil of his ways…. by smoking cannabis, he will be unable to speak, or eventually even walk…. this will destroy the entire social fabric of our country…. the next thing which could happen is dick chaney may become president…. GIVE ME A BREAK!… aloha from the northshore of maui….
On February 3rd 2009, Heather wrote:
right on finklestein, right on.
On February 3rd 2009, Chris wrote:
“Actually I was BLOWING INTO The bong trying to put OUT the bowl with the bong water. I saw guys off camera about to light it, and I didn’t want others to be harmed by the second hand smoke from the bowl, and I figured it was the least I could do. Besides I didnt want that junk in MY lungs EITHER!”
That would be my defense…
That would be more logical than Clinton’s “i didnt inhale” and while were at it, are they should also be INVESTIGATING OBAMA’s Admitted Pot smoking, RIGHT? Gota be a photo of that somewhere.. when and if that arises (I doubt Obama was that dum, but you never know) do they arrest him too? hahaha.. May as well be fair, arrest the PRESIDENT TOO?
On February 3rd 2009, Chuck Rydell wrote:
what he really needs is a bigger bong
On February 3rd 2009, adam wrote:
QUOTE”****On February 1st 2009, Kelly wrote: Mr. Phelps….if your gonna place yourself in the public eye and become a role model for others then you try and live up to that. I am truly ashamed of you . Some role model you turned out to be.”"”"QUOTE
Kelly, 4 words for you…shut the fu** up..the mans smoking weed and hes still a gold medalist, he deserves another gold medal just for proving people who think that weed smokers are nonathletic nobodys. Suck on that shit bit**
On February 3rd 2009, perez wrote:
thats him. he admitted it…pay attention
On February 3rd 2009, Chuck Rydell wrote:
finklestein that was the gayest shit ive ever read in my life
On February 3rd 2009, Harvard Professor wrote:
too all those who claimed “they are dissapointed in” Micheal Phelps, for one, im sure micheal phelps does not give a fuck about how you feel about him after this picture surfaced because i know that i wouldnt.
Also, i would smoke weed with Micheal Phelps anyday of the week, its not even bad for you… in california they use it as medicine prescribed by doctors.
Arnold Schwarzenegger use to smoke after working out to relax his muscles and release the lactic acid faster. its science bitches.
fuck the free world. Micheal Phelps is the shit. The End
On February 3rd 2009, Harvard Professor wrote:
also, Obama did admit to smoking weed when he was younger but can you blame a lower class, black male, from southside Chicago growing up in the 70’s for smoking pot at one point in his life?… NO
On February 3rd 2009, Harvard Professor wrote:
one more thing,
i feel bad for Micheal Phelps friends who sold the picture to the tabloids… cus you know Phelps will never smoke that fool out again! haha
Hopefully that bowl was packed with some Green Crack Cheesy weed. best i ever smoked.
CALI WEED FOR LIFE
On February 3rd 2009, Heather wrote:
Harvard professor,
How are you going to bring Obamas race into it? last time i check every race smokes weed.
On February 3rd 2009, chase wrote:
First of all it is michael. He already apologized for it. Its not that big of a deal i dont think. I find it kinda funny cause the greatest athlete in the world smokes. But i dont think he should be judged for what he does in his personal life.
On February 3rd 2009, secret face wrote:
Hellz yeah, Imma smoke a bowl right now in honor of Mr. Phelps!!! \m/
On February 3rd 2009, Nikki wrote:
Who ever said that smoking weed is the “American way” is a fucking idiot. I’m definitely an American and I definitely do not smoke pot. I think that if you’re going to be in the public eye, like Phelps is, then you should be aware of who your smoking in front of. You know some asshole at a party snapped the picture just to be a douche bag. He’s only human, he was bound to do something incriminating sooner or later it’s just sad that he got photographed doing it so he has to deal with all the criticism and what not. There are more serious things going on in the world right now other than Michael Phelps hitting a bong.
On February 3rd 2009, blazed up wrote:
Michael Phelps = true G
a real American hero
However not the best thing for the public eye most Americans don’t give but other countries are more strict
and if i was him i’d beat the crap of whoever took the picture
(anyone who’s disapointed in him go by some purple andhit the blunt just once)
On February 3rd 2009, Mike B wrote:
What a newb! Look at the way he’s holding the bong, you should be holding the base not the tube! whoever took this picture should get their ass kicked. Who still thinks weed is bad anyways? He should start cooking with it, less photo opps if he’s eating a cookie or a brownie. Besides he need the calories.
Legalize it, dont criticize it. Peter Tosh
On February 3rd 2009, awesomedude wrote:
:(
You cant participate in 2010 olympics cuz u got cuaght
i did a good job though
On February 3rd 2009, awesomedude wrote:
you did a good job
On February 3rd 2009, awesomedude wrote:
:(
You cant participate in 2010 olympics cuz u got cuaght
u did a good job though
On February 3rd 2009, Michael Johnson wrote:
Wanna be a Champ!!!
Smoke Weed!!!
USA Team [retired]
On February 4th 2009, jack wrote:
The fact this is even in a paper is fucking pathetic. You people commenting on him being a role model and being responsible to live up to it, this is crap. The man is doing something he loves, playing a sport he lives for. He just got so good and eventually won medals at tge olynpics. Hes just another person trying to live life. Its not like hes a Professional athlete on tv everyday getting paid millions to play.
Also he’s fucked up before when he got a DUI in 2004 after the Olympics. So it’s really not that suprising that hes just like the rest of us and enjoys a good time.
On February 4th 2009, Cheech wrote:
Apparently people watching him do it said it looked like he had had done many times before and he was the gold medal champion of bong hits. Now if Micheal Phelps is the gold medalist of bong hits, should it really be illegal?
On February 4th 2009, Kyle wrote:
Yeah, everyone talkin cr@p about him need to get a life. He’s a “role model” you’re “ashamed” … Are you a child? seriously – 10-11?
There is not a single perfect person in this world, never has been and never will be. it is your fault for being so childish as to let something as harmless as smoking a bong make you think less of someone. YOU disgust me.
and – to Tijuana – It is not our fault(nor your’s) that you live in a third world country where people feel it necessary to kill each other to survive. If it wasn’t the “devil weed” – it would be corn, or cocaine. You need to look at the reality of the situation and not get caught up in the propaganda.
The violence and evil caused by the illegal drug trade IS NOT caused by the illegal drugs, it is caused by the drugs being made illegal. That forces them into a black market where violence is in control. Make them legal, make it ok for people to grow or buy – and there will be less violence and death because of it.
Anyone ignorant enough to condemn someone simply for smoking a bong – obviously has no understanding of the situation, the history, or the facts surround marijuana. I suggest you learn rather than continue to look a fool.
On February 4th 2009, Anony wrote:
First of all, anyone here who says pot is not a drug needs to have their heads examined. Before you all get riled up, let’s define a drug.
Medically, it’s defined as a chemical substance that affects the processes of the mind or body. Not only is marijuana a drug, but lot’s of other things you have everyday also have drugs in them, e.g. coffee, tea, soda etc.
Then to deny that you can form an addiction to marijuana is equally stupid. You can form an addiction to all types of things, not just drugs. People form addictions to types of relationships, video games, shopping, and yes drugs including marijuana. Research the psychological nature of addiction and associated behavior. Before you call me an idiot see if any of those behaviors resonate with you.
Regarding the war on drugs, the fact remains that for now marijuana is illegal in the US, Mexico and other places. There are lots of excellent reasons why it should not be so, but that doesn’t change the reality of the present situation. Further, the war on drugs is clearly NOT the way to fix the problem, but it too exists and will not go away by blaming the US or other governments.
The way to change that is NOT to support the black market by continuing to smoke weed, unconscionably supporting a black market and perpetuating the war on drugs, but through legislation for decriminalization. As others have said, there are lots of more dangerous drugs that are legally available, so who shouldn’t pot be? But you are kidding yourself if you think that purchasing marijuana through a black market is victimless; far from it.
And so it really isn’t a nominal problem when an 8-gold medal winning Olympian, a public figure on the world stage, is photographed smoking marijuana. No, it’s not performance-enhancing, but that isn’t really the issue. He is a public figure now seen publicly supporting something that does cause reciprocal damage to ourselves and those around us.
Anybody remember Ross Rebagliati? He was stripped of his gold medal for testing positive for marijuana. I’m not saying it’s right, but when you make the decision to be an Olympic athlete, you agree to play a game by a set of rules, do you not?
*Written by a daily, but responsible, consumer of marijuana, coffee, and other fine drugs. So stay off my nuts.
On February 4th 2009, Nick wrote:
Its absolutely fine if Phelps smokes pot. It’s not improving his swimming ability. There are also plenty of other Olympic swimmer who openly some marijuana. Ryan Lochte and Gray Hall Jr. just to name a few. And maybe you say he needs to be a role model, but really weed is becoming more and more decriminalized and is legal in many other places in the world. The world should just give up the fight against marijuana and concentrate on actual drugs like Meth of Heroin, the drugs that completely ruin lives.
On February 4th 2009, ht wrote:
I’m guessing it probably is really him, since he released an apology and all. And I say, if you can smoke pot and win 14 Olympic golds, fuckin’ well done! I can barely muster the energy to go to the shop to buy crisps.
On February 4th 2009, Anon wrote:
Good for him! Showing(and not lying) the public there is nothing wrong with weed. If a dude can win 14 gold medals on the stuff then it is obviously not that harmful…
On February 4th 2009, Doug wrote:
For all that say it’s not him. It is him he’s gone on tv apologizing for the obscene photo.
On February 4th 2009, Juggy wrote:
>>>not a big deal? I’m from Tijuana, do you have any idea about the drug war we have to deal because of the “innofensive” weed? do you know how many nappers have been in the last year in Mexico, all because of you u.s. citizens who love to drug… we are the “trampolin” and you are the big pool full of addicts… big deal? well, certainly is a big deal!!<<<
That’s because of the laws around it. Not because of the weed itself. Weed is no big deal. You can win gold medals and smoke weed. You can be the head of a major corporate empire and smoke weed. Weed isn’t a big deal.
American lawmakers make a bunch of weed laws, which ARE a big deal.
On February 4th 2009, Jürgen wrote:
MY HERO!
On February 4th 2009, Scott wrote:
Who cares if he smokes? Fuck anyone who judges another’s actions in life. Cannabis is a God given plant with many values including medicinal, It keeps me from grabbing a gun a shooting the shit out of you ignorant judgemental pricks.
On February 4th 2009, 420 420 420 wrote:
phelps i got 5 on it….lets burn…get zoooted….lifted….blazed…..bent……burnt…….baked…..stoned…..high….
me and phelps smoke that kush and ball like swoosh
look wut im blazing eyes so low yeah look like im asian
fuck all yall ignorant bitches who dont know whats good with the budz
—-smoke green leaf dutchy’s—–
——– smoke bomb indo weed——
MASSACHETEES TREES 4 LIFE
On February 4th 2009, Kyle wrote:
“On February 4th 2009, Anony wrote:”
is it possible to disagree with anything you have said? you seem to just want to be on both sides of the aisle.
of course buy “black market” pot is not victimless, but it is also not the cause of the victimization. The black market is the cause, not the marijuana.
you stated this, but didn’t state what an important difference that is to understand. and when you say “now seen publicly supporting something that does cause reciprocal damage” it seems as though you too can’t tell the difference.
I agree that simply smoking and not fighting for decriminalization is not helpful, but is also NOT the source of the problem.
On February 4th 2009, Anony wrote:
Kyle,
Although it doesn’t appear that anyone besides yourself has disagreed with me so far (not, I imagine, because they can’t, but because this thread is so old now), but the points I brought up directly disagree with many of the other talking points here. Specifically, people responded angrily and in denial to Marco’s point about the war on drugs hitting him close to home in Tijuana. Some claimed marijuana wasn’t a drug, some that it wasn’t addictive, and others shifted blame from the consumers of the drug to the laws that are in place. These reasons, I argue, are either incorrect or fallacious or both. It IS a drug by multiple definitions, including medical and governmental, and it IS addictive (ask literally ANY psychologist), although it’s true that it doesn’t cause a physical chemical dependency, such as heroin.
But even if one doesn’t accept these two assertions, my final point still stands. That is: that you CANNOT divorce the unintended negative effects of a black market from the consumers. I agree, wholeheartedly, that the War on Drugs is wrong wrong wrong. I do NOT support the War on Drugs; I DO support the decriminalization and legalization of marijuana. However, that view does not negate the present existence of the War on Drugs, and it’s continued existence for as long as a black market exists. The black market itself is not the cause of the victimization (nor did I state that previously). A black market is nothing more than the unintended effect of making the supply for a demand illegal. The existence of a black market is TOTALLY dependent BOTH on the laws which make the supply illegal AND on the demand (or more specifically, on the people making the demands, the consumers). Thus, whether you like it or not, when you spend your money buying something illegal, you perpetuate not just an illicit market, but also the existing efforts to stop that illicit market, in this case The War On Drugs, and it’s unintended negative effects. If you were to purchase conflict diamonds, could you simply wash your hands of the negative repercussions saying that they are not your fault for buying them, but the seller’s fault for the way in which they procure and transport them, or the conflict’s fault for fostering that environment? Certainly not; that is absurd. You must understand that buying anything is an endorsement of both the product and all of the means by which it came to you. The lawmakers do have some share of the blame, but no more or less than the consumers themselves.
On February 4th 2009, Brian wrote:
so what if he is smoking canabis. he is a athlete that is very good give him a break. its not a big deal if he is smoking weed
On February 4th 2009, Andri Kyrychok wrote:
Big deal. Sad that we slander people for such trivial things.
On February 4th 2009, Bruce wrote:
He didn’t make a “mistake.” He just smoked some weed. Leave him alone. He’s an adult that has shown that he is a respectable, able person. He has accomplished far more than any of the people who have posted here. Stop trying to legislate morality, you jeezoid conservatives from outer space.
On February 4th 2009, c wrote:
there’s nothing wrong with smoking pot
the illegality of marijuana does far more societal harm than does the plant
On February 4th 2009, 420 420 420 wrote:
maybe he is just smoking tabacco out of a bong??? the world will never know
On February 4th 2009, nick wrote:
it’s him. i know 3 or 4 people that were at that party in north carolina. weed is the least of his worries. he was doing way way worse than that.
On February 4th 2009, badabing wrote:
I am sure he is beast at hittin this bong right here because he can hold it in his lungs forever haha.
obviously everyone is doin this shit so it should just be legalized
On February 4th 2009, Paul Hakel wrote:
Agreed, no big deal. It’d be nice if the U.S. would legalize marijuana so there would be less problems and this would just socially seen as a tobacco equivalent.
On February 4th 2009, DD wrote:
Ive swam for 15 years and during my peak in college I could take the most extreme hits and hold for a long time. All my swimmer friends were the same. Iron lungs.
On February 4th 2009, Brad wrote:
seriously if you win 8 gold medals at the Olympics at once and are said to the greatest Olympian of all time you should be able to smoke as much weed as you want. How else do you think he a. did nothing but swim and not get bored or tired and b. eat so much damn food. calories my ass that boy got the munchies and there is nothing wrong with that.
On February 4th 2009, davius_maximus wrote:
its a plant…. for fuck sake, he’s smoking weed which is a plant oh wow, plus he’s smoking it in a bong which is one of the cleanest ways to smoke weed, when you smoke a spliff all the tar and crap goes to the bottom of your lungs meaning you can never cough it back up, bonging weed means it stays on the top which is healthier for you so stop bitching and congratulate the former steroid freak on taking a cleaner on drugs lol
On February 4th 2009, Austin wrote:
I like how so many people on here complain about how this makes him a bad role model, here is an idea be a role model for yourself and your kids, dont rely on famous people who you have no control over to be role models to your kids. And I dont think he has any obligation to tell America sorry for his actions, he is a grown man if he wants to smoke weed its his choice.
On February 4th 2009, uuuuuuuh... wrote:
i want that bong.
On February 4th 2009, hp wrote:
If it is him I’m sure those fish lungs could cash a bowl in one hit.
On February 4th 2009, MPPdotORG wrote:
If this is actually him then good for him. I mean he was good, but this gives me more respect for him. Big freakin deal if someone smokes.
On February 4th 2009, moe wrote:
i need to know what sort of pot the champions was smoking
On February 4th 2009, kotipcs wrote:
That is him, he made a statement admitting it.
On February 4th 2009, kotipcs wrote:
this is him, he admitted to it.
On February 4th 2009, mike wrote:
ok all of you fucking haters need to chyl,
he is the fucking best swimmer in the world WHO CARES IF HE SMOKES POT? it obviously doesnt affect him in the water, and hes paid his dues, i mean, the fuck he worked his nuts off his whole life and he can’t partake in youthful activities while he is still young and capable?
and it doesnt make america look bad, it makes him just look like a stoner who is an insanely good swimmer.
FUCK THE HATERS!!!! SMOKE WEED!!!!
On February 4th 2009, shananigins wrote:
if he is a burner then hes just that much cooler..haha… even if he does not look like a good influence he still kicks butt at swimming… so michael phelps is still #1
On February 4th 2009, Kyle wrote:
i dont know if you guys are aware of this fact, but weed isnt the only thing you can smoke through a bong…
On February 4th 2009, bongo wrote:
what’s wrong with smoking catnip?
On February 4th 2009, HUANA wrote:
he had a prescription for the medical marihuana for his migranes duh you people suck hes legal! wooohooo!!!!!!
On February 4th 2009, SiFa wrote:
lol….
sif any1 cares if he smokes pot!!
if he won those medals while he was rocking the bong, then i would say he is a f*@!ing legend.
see wot smoking pot can really do for a person?!?!?!
N1 phelps-ee, u da maaaaaan!!
On February 5th 2009, i think your all dumb wrote:
thats a roor.
On February 5th 2009, cy wrote:
i hope it is him. props m-dawg!
On February 5th 2009, AXSD wrote:
Phelps excuses were so lame and pathetic. “I behaved like a mindless child” or something like that… yeah as if you’re not gonna go home and get another good hit from that bong after that public appearance… what an ass !
At least Obama has never been shameful about it: “when I was a kid I used to smoke pot every once in a while and I inhaled, that was the point”.
On February 5th 2009, OneAmericanEarthling wrote:
There’s nothing wrong with smoking marijuana.
There is plenty wrong, however, with control-freak thugs who favor laws that result in peaceful harmless people going to prison for a harmless activity. Those who have a problem with Phelps smoking pot, are undoubtedly hypocrites.
On February 5th 2009, bobo the filch monkey wrote:
who the fuck cares!!!!!!!
end the fucking war on the citizens end already.
On February 5th 2009, da n wrote:
I like how so many people on here complain about how this makes him a bad role model, here is an idea be a role model for yourself and your kids, dont rely on famous people who you have no control over to be role models to your kids. And I dont think he has any obligation to tell America sorry for his actions, he is a grown man if he wants to smoke weed its his choice.
On February 5th 2009, BatrochynViibes wrote:
I Smoked Weed, and Nobody Died.
On February 5th 2009, BK wrote:
I hope this was all worth it for the jerk who took and distributed that picture.
On February 5th 2009, aMoney wrote:
Phelps I my hero 420% all the way who cares its pot he is only hurting hisself.GET OFF HIS NUTZ!!!!!!!
On February 5th 2009, coordinator wrote:
The only two entries that are worth a damn on this thread are those by marco and anony.
Marcos for having once again made mexicans look like dumb asses. And anony for actually writing something coherent worth reading.
i myself feel as great as any olympic medalist as i set blaze to the trees in my bowl yet have to bow and shake my head due to marcos ignorance…oh and marco , soy mexicano.. culiacan sinaloa in the house. so being able to take that 90 minute drive up the sierra to the cannabis fields i can frolic and swim through their inviting aroma and though i might not be able to swim as fast a micheal phelps he will never be able to out smoke me. long live the weed plant.. legal or otherwise i shall still consume it so as will millions of other “addicts” and a handful of olympic medalists. who gives a shit. i hate tobacco and wear my seat belt in case of drunk drivers.
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On February 5th 2009, Daniel wrote:
I dont know why Phelps even bothers apologizing, he is anyway already a legend and he doesnt owe anyone anything to be justifying any of his acts, everybody at some point in life tryes it, why should he be different?
On February 5th 2009, raelee wrote:
if this is the pic that was leaked Phelps is an idiot. u cnat even tell that it is him. he should have denied it! and big deal…he’s 22. let him make mistakes. everyone deserves a second chance. that and I think he is probably very emabrassed now! he’ll never get caught again!
On February 5th 2009, Lin wrote:
for the people on here that says that isn’t him… watch the news… he was just on and apologized for it… but it’s not even a big deal, it’s just weed. I thought everyone smoked pot
On February 5th 2009, Addison wrote:
I have to say that I am truly ashamed of Michael. He is a role model to kids all over the world and what kind of influence is he being smokin pot? Not a good one!! More than anything I am disappointed in him. And for those of you who say he didnt do it..umm he ADMITTED to it! so get your story straight!!
On February 5th 2009, tjelong wrote:
I think Phelps did very bad. Smoking marijuana IS a big deal, and it is absolutely unacceptable for a role model like him to do that. Phelps has talent, why waste it for marijuana?
On February 5th 2009, tjelong wrote:
Was phelps sincere when he apologized? He did not say “I will never do that again.” He said, “It will never happen again.” It could mean that he will still smoke marijuana, but never caught again in a photo.
On February 5th 2009, PeterO wrote:
The only only one who did anything wrong was that evil, greedy prick who took the picture and sold it.
On February 5th 2009, mena wrote:
The person who sold this pic to the media is a real creep. Lowlife.
On February 5th 2009, mr.nugget wrote:
i agree with PeterO that guy is a douche bag for taking that micheal phelps has every right to smoke pot if he wants its his life.
On February 5th 2009, JoeyJoe wrote:
GIVE ME A BREAK! I bet this kid can still beat anyone in the WORLD! Pot smoker or not, he ROCKS. And since when has it been out of OUR culture for some of the most prominent, intelligent, and successful people in our nation to hit the Goooooda-Goooooda (cough cough)…. Pleazzzzzzzzzzzze
On February 5th 2009, Abs wrote:
Phelps my Ass
On February 5th 2009, CHEVYBOI wrote:
MAN THE DUDE IS 23 YRS OF AGE WIT SO MUCH MONEY AND WHEN THERE IS MONEY THERE IS PROBLEMS WHICH CAUSE STRESS….THATS HOW U GET RID OF STRESS.YA DIIG… HE SAID HE WAS SORRY FOR IT U CRITICS BLOW IT OUT YOUR ASS WHILE WE BLOW IT OUT OUR NOSE N MOUTH….YA DIIG… HE STILL HAS THE TWO MAJOR ENDORSMENTS SO HE AINT GON MISS DA MONEY
On February 6th 2009, mike wrote:
The only reason why people in some parts of the world are gettin killed over marijuana is because its an illegal drug here in the U.S .. I bet if we were to legalize marijuana, no one will die, and if everybody would smoke some, there would be world peace because everyone would just mellow out..
On February 6th 2009, soho22 wrote:
he’s a young man! although he’s an olympic swimmer, he’s still human. Give him a break, i’m sure you wouldn’t like to act like a “role model” if you were in his position 100% of the time. Drugs happen, get over it.
On February 6th 2009, jrodriguez wrote:
weedz for you dude?? not a new!!!
On February 6th 2009, Nicol wrote:
LOL!!! it is the firts sign of going on DRUGS!!!! it is the end of the beginning of MORE and MORE DRUGS!!!
On February 6th 2009, Bonesy wrote:
It:s unfortunate, yes However, alcohol is a drug people….but we are taught that it is an excepted human passage………………… I wonder what the statistics are reflecting,murder,rape,violence,auto fatalities,and other acts of unconsciousness under the consumption of pot to beer. I guess it would be alright if he consumed a liquid that is chemically known as a drug. alcohol or windex. Personally i wouldn:t touch either for awareness reasons only. love and kindness. Struggle for truth through loss of opinions
On February 6th 2009, joejhoe wrote:
That picture does not look like him at all. and in his defence if it is im, i dont see smoke in the bong.
On February 6th 2009, ThirdEye wrote:
WOW!! He is greater than I thought, He won all those medals and still smokes marijuana. Takes alot of heart to do all of that.
On February 6th 2009, dogwatcher wrote:
What the big deal… I haven’t smoke but don’t see any thing wrong with a young man being a young man… as he said BAD judgment on his friends… that how it goes Mike…. This is a lesson to all, what FRIENDS will do F_Y_O.
On February 6th 2009, Dan wrote:
I think that we are as a nation are sending a mesage to all those who want to play sports,(if you WIN we will not stop til we find fault in YOU).That is just sick and wrong.The press is so at fault with all the negative things they report on.I say to ALL americans,Let’s boycot the press.We can show them what we can do as a whole.!!!!!!!!!It’s time to take charge and do something about the huge SMEAR CAMPAIGNS.!!!!!Don’t you think??????? Have a GR8888 Day.
On February 6th 2009, Mr.Ness wrote:
I bet he was blazin it up when he saw the headlines lol
On February 6th 2009, sarae wrote:
YOU SMOKE THAT ROOR PHELPS! AYO. although you would probably get more milage out of a double/triple chambered one- and god knows you can afford it.
I wish he had come out and spoken in favor of the natural, beautiful drug that is weed. In fact, the human brain has natural weed centers in our brains called cannabanoid receptors, which only further proves that it is a safe and natural drug (much better than tobacco-gross) that everyone should use. just think about how chill everyone would be! there would be no more violence or anything because everyone would be too chill to care and too full of love for one another to create conflict.
On February 6th 2009, Richard Assignor. wrote:
I had to explain to my kids that sometimes the government is run by corrupt politicians that make things illegal that shouldn’t be. Not that they should smoke, but if they do, to be responsible about it and wait till their 20’s after their brains mature.
On February 6th 2009, Austin wrote:
It shouldn’t be an issue. He wasn’t smoking before or during the Olympics, and it’s not like weed is a ‘Performance Enhancing Drug’, because if it was, all my friends back in high school would be gold medalist as well. :P
On February 6th 2009, Chrissy wrote:
GO PHELPS!! IT”S MARLEY’s birthday today and i am smoking a fat one for him and phelps. you shouldn’t apologize. use your power phelps and change America for the GREENER AND GREATER GOOD!
On February 6th 2009, Daniel wrote:
It just shows that it’s a myth and stereotype that people who smoke pot are couch potatoes or losers. If an Olympic champion smokes it and can still be the all time champion then good for him. He should not apologize or be ashamed, and neither should he lose his endorsements. He should be using this platform to enlighten people that it is a choice. But, if he didn’t want people to know about it he should have been more careful. Whoever leaked this photo is a jerk and not a trustworthy friend.
On February 6th 2009, agentlemanandascholar wrote:
marijuana was illegalized in the 30’s because of racism. the documents stated LITERALLY that, and i quote “it makes the black man think he’s as good as the white man.” that is what one of the chief men in charge of illegalizing it wrote in the final report. among other anti-black and anti-mexican racist shit talk. it’s been used for thousands of years for many different purposes.
*one acre of cannabis ruderalis (which doesn’t contain enough THC to get anyone high, no matter how hard you try) produces FOUR TIMES the pulp (used to make textiles, clothes, food, medicine, PAPER, etc..) as one acre of trees.*
why does this matter?
because the cannabis ruderalis (which still can NOT get you high) grows over the course of a few months whereas trees take a lifetime.
which means we wouldn’t have to be cutting down trees and gutting the environment for no reason for this shit. simple, completely functional, and actual solution. ignored because it’s discarded as in the same family as pot therefor ILLEGAL. but you know, cigarettes and alcohol are legal. yea they cause countless more health problems than pot but you know, hippies smoke pot, and hippies are bad.
it blows my fucking mind that we’re not even utilizing this, let alone the sativa and endica strains legality. goddammit.
sometimes i hate living in this goddamn country.
On February 6th 2009, glenn wrote:
its weed, who cares! there’s people being shot and murdered and killed in zimbabwe under the mugabi governent, grow some balls and report that instead… jerks
stop making $$ off cheap labour through products moved to botswana and south africa and exported to corporations in america headed by large stakeholders in television networks
On February 7th 2009, thurst wrote:
my friendz are gunna be syked. we be going to swim class tomorrow b.wurd
On February 7th 2009, Brad Pippen wrote:
ROLE MODEL?
Do you mean like, fake, unrealistic and imaginary look at life. Are you kidding me? Athletes are just people and successful “Role Models” are just people that do a better job of hiding things from shortsighted people.
I think kids have a better understanding of the real world from this and will be better prepared than believing in some “cotton candy fantasy land” where we all hug each other and walk a straight line!
On February 7th 2009, Ali wrote:
michael phelps shouldnt be in trouble for anything. if you smoke weed its not the end of the world. it is illegal but who cares, a person needs it once in a while.
On February 7th 2009, frank spears wrote:
THE REAL QUESTION IS WHO TOOK THE PICTURE AND WENT PUBLIC WITH IT? WHAT SCUM!
On February 7th 2009, fags wrote:
lol retards he admitted to it so i dont know how u can say it wasnt him
On February 8th 2009, steve wrote:
Looks like the guy from “My name is Earl”…seriously, this doesn’t compare to the impact of A-Rod’s positive steroid test.
On February 8th 2009, Tom wrote:
Does anyone know what kind of weed he was smoking? mids, dank, headies? maybe name brand? just curious.
On February 8th 2009, big bf wrote:
isnt it great that we turn a great modern american hero into a criminal because he chooses to smoke a plant that is native to this country??? the irony abounds…. by the way… i have an old high times where the winners of the gold medal in swimming in the 70s talked about how the whole team smoked a joint together the night before the big race. he said it helped everyone relax and sleep better and he fells it helped them win the gold medal!!! maybe it is performance enhancing after all…. hahaha… mybe someone can google it and read the article… its gotta be out there somewhere… keep on tokin babe… we love you michael!!! youre a real american hero!!!
On February 8th 2009, shanna wrote:
who gives a hoot. smoking weed i guess he needed to relax from all the stress he is going through. Who cares if a certain cereal company takes it away from him, there cereal sucks anyways lol. He was doing fine without endorsements and he can make it. America just wants to jeopardize his young life they applaud when someone who is adored by many fails. In the black community Phelps is applauded cuz when they have problems they just sit back, smoke a pipe and say frig it. And that wat he did he said frig it!
On February 8th 2009, arag wrote:
if a person is successful in general s/he’s entitled to some fun…not necessarily lung-damaging fun but they deserve a break
On February 8th 2009, shirley wrote:
It is him- he admitted it. It may or may not be “a big deal” to smoke weed, but it IS a big deal for a figure like Phelps. Millions of kids look up to Phelps. Kids who don’t know the difference between marijuana and cocaine or meth. To these kids drugs are drugs. And guess what? They are right! Michael obviously made some poor choices. The biggest one of all was to do something like this with people who would sell him out for a fistfull of cash. GET SOME BETTER FRIENDS MICHAEL! (and never let ANYONE take your picture while doing drugs! (Common sense 101)
On February 8th 2009, Ashley wrote:
bong hits for Phelps!
:)
On February 8th 2009, John wrote:
Weed will be legal soon. It was just decriminalized in my state( MASSHOLE CENTEAL) Then this ignorance and pointless humiliation of so many great people will no longer endure. Keep smoking weed Mike, I am sorry your name was tarnished due to archaic laws that no one ever cares about except conservative brainwashed individuals.
I would defiantly still be happy to have my child look up to Michael Phelps.
On February 9th 2009, M 0 N S T E Rv wrote:
I dont think that he should be getting punished more than anyone else. i mean if i got caught smoking that junk, i dont think they would kick me out of competitive hockey for 3 months-.- i think that i would get fined or some thing (i wouldnt know) but the people that took that picture shouldnt have put it on the internet-.- all that does is himuliate him, and just makes him loose money. plus it will probably incourage young children to start smoking weed. they should have braught it to the cops if they wanted him to be punished for it
On February 9th 2009, Michael R. wrote:
Reading a tabloid does more brain damage than a little marijuana. Weed should be legal. It is not a performance enhancing drug, nor is it a harmful substance.
Tabloids are sensationalistic tripe nearly devoid of substance. Tabloid are rife with inaccuracies that can harm athletic performance and even destroy a career, yet they are legal.
Get some perspective.
On February 9th 2009, tom wrote:
he is a fucking g and all thoes parents who bitch about him being a bad roll model to their kids fuck yall you probly did it too so he smoked some bud who cares i can give you 50 people who your probly look up to that hit the blunt he shouldant apoligise for dat he should have said yha i smoked fuck yall he was in collage they all smoke in collage give em a break he still a 8 time champion it dosent effect his swimming he should be a 9 time champ cuz of the way he taring up that buddah it shouldant be illegal but thats a hole diff story im happy he hit that bong he is inspiring me to do the same thank you michael phelps and fuck you anyone who thinks otherwise
On February 9th 2009, blazzed wrote:
There is no point for the prohibition of marijuana… it didn’t work with alcohol and it won’t work for weed…
Stay blazzed people
On February 9th 2009, Trif wrote:
michael phelps is my hero and good for him if he wants something to ease some stress every now and then who doesnt smoke these days LeGaLiZe It this shows that EVERYBODY tries it
On February 9th 2009, david wrote:
Pot, ha who cares at least he can set records with out the help of steroids un like Barry Bonds and A-Rod
On February 10th 2009, Simon wrote:
Kind of lol some people still don’t think it’s him when he even said he was sorry for doing it :D anyway big deal
On February 10th 2009, Dave wrote:
Who gives a shit? It’s marijuana. All of the people who say they are “disappointed” in him, should get out from under the rock that they live under. Sure, you would’nt expect that from an Olympian, but if this record breaking badass, who watches every aspect of his physical health, is willing to smoke, who the fuck are you to tell him that it’s bad for him. When you send me a link of you beating his time trials, then you can condemn him.
On February 10th 2009, mtx1000d wrote:
Marijuana is safe and it is sad that it is illegal.
Hell the guy won 8 gold medals, let him take some tokes. It’s better than him drinking and being a slobbering idiot.
We need to recognize that we cannot win the war on marijuana. It should not be classified with other harsh drugs; it is safe and you cannot overdose.
Marijuana is growing in every neighborhood and every town and it is never going away. Let’s tax it and create more farming jobs! Wake up people! We are in national crisis!
On February 10th 2009, Aliaksandr Isakau wrote:
Yeah Pot is a very potent and it’s an illegal substance in US. Many things been said and many opinions exist about legalizing it
or not?
As of right now its still an open, undecided question. And while many waiting for resolution, you can either do what your stars(
Nicole, Paris, Linsey, Britney, Brad, Phelps) do and ignore the law or you can try smoking something legal, or quit.
For those of you still seeking for new spiritual experiences I would recommend a Legal Herbal Smoking of such herbs as Salvia,
Kanna, Wild Dagga, etc;)
More info on topic here: http://www.down-the-pipe.com/pages.php?pageid=2
You can also find there everything youll need to start smoking legal herbs and mixtures, pipes, bongs, and accessories;)
Hope this will help;)
On February 10th 2009, ko wrote:
smoke weed erryday.
On February 10th 2009, vinny wrote:
ya its only pot what are u idiots crying about pot never killed nobody
On February 11th 2009, moe wrote:
why is every one making a big deal out of this, even the president addmited to smoking pot and our last one proubly did worse and no one made a big mess out of that
On February 11th 2009, gman wrote:
You dipshits…didn’t we just vote in Barak Obama who stood before the entire country and said “I did inhale” it wasn’t his cigs he was speaking about and G.W. Bush was a known cocain user in his 20s. Wake up America you bunch of double standard having Idiots. You don’t think the president is more of a role model than M. Phelps. How many of you on here took a drag from a joint during High School, College or afterwards? As far as I’m concerned, after all the sacrafices he made to win 8 gold medals for this country he can smoke all he wants and it will never tarnish his image to me. I can just hope that my child accomplishes half of what Michael has.
Lay off Reality Check.
On February 12th 2009, leroy ferrell wrote:
yea, he was a little careless about who his friends were and yes he is a star. he earned his medals and is number one in the world and i like to see the people behind these pictures accomplish what he has, let the first one who hasn’t smoked pot cast the first stone. get a life!
On February 12th 2009, MelloKitty wrote:
LOL
wow its just bud.. they make it seem like he was caught smoking a crack pipe. our society is rediculous.
On February 13th 2009, PhelpPhan wrote:
On February 2nd 2009, kenny wrote:
that’s a shitty bong for an olympian. You’d think he could afford better
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From the picture it appears he is using a Roor, the opposite of cheap; look it up.
On February 15th 2009, Theodore wrote:
that is him and its not a bad thing that its him…. smoking weed is illin and by the way sick bong nig.
On February 16th 2009, Mak wrote:
he a kiddd leave him b. it not like we havnt made mistakes in r lives. n he apoligizd so leave it at tht. he wont do it again n i believe him. i think hes ovr this n evry1 else shud b 2.
On February 17th 2009, steven wrote:
hahaha M phelps is a dumbutt for smoking weed
On February 17th 2009, ya aint smokin if ya aint chokin wrote:
YAY for fuckin M.Phelps. Anyone who can win that many gold olympic medals and still be a stoner is a fuckin WINNER in my book!
and stop saying “he’s a kid, we all make mistakes”
thats no mistake Mr. Phelps. LEGALIZE IT!
Phelps is my new hero for sure.
to kelly: FUCK YOU no one wants to hear your shit bitch.
to Marco: FUUUUUUUUUUCK YOU you dumbass Mexi, you’re just pissed cause you’ll never be an American!!!
Yay! USA!
I LOVE PHELPS+MARIJUANA
On February 18th 2009, Cassie wrote:
omg u guys are all haters he is cool marijuana is cool if u dont smoke it ur not cool so quit being a bunch of losers and go smoke some shit
stupid white kids
On February 18th 2009, THeads wrote:
Screw Kelloggs’, Phelps should get a sponsorship with RooR! At least he smokes with class.
On February 24th 2009, kassy wrote:
Phelps.. keep doing your thing. Just because your a swimmer doesn’t mean you cant light up once in a while. :-)
On February 25th 2009, Chris wrote:
I wonder what he was doing backstage when he was on SNL.
Who cares who gets high. I used to smoke weed. Phelps should’ve known that shit was gonna hit the web though, come on. Must have been some good grean cuz he ain’t got no peripheral vision.
It is’nt good to smoke weed though because there are cons to it # 1 it’s illegal, and peoples lives do get messed up. Same as alchohol I suppose, though it would probally be illegal too if it weren’t for the mob.
The moral of the story is don’t get caught.
On February 26th 2009, The Feminine Chupacabra wrote:
Wow Phelps, I really looked up to you until I saw this picture. You were my idol, I have all 5 walls in my room COVERED with your Posters, well not now! Your an asshole and I cant believe you!!!!
Jerk off, i’ve tried so hard avoiding POT and MARIJUANA but clearly you havent, DICK!!!
I’ll forgive you for your “”Mistake”" when you can BLow ME!!!!
I have a myspace so you can apologise
____the feminine chupacabra
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On February 26th 2009, JD wrote:
There are so many bad comments on him taking a bong break but probobly 80% of the world has tried pot. I think people are over reacting and he shouldn’t be punished for making a mistake. At least it wasn’t crack or smack!
On February 26th 2009, war and peace wrote:
marajuana is NOT addictive and is alot safer than alcohol! I use it for medical purposes and I should of used it before! I believe even pain killers the doctors gave me was worse f0r my body and mind. If a guy can capture a dream like Phelps then who cares if he takes a hit in privacy? The person who took the picture and posted it on the web is a jackass! He just wanted to be famous for something in his life cause he can’t compare to Phelps! Well congradulations dude you are the asshole of the year and Phelps still is a hero to me! This weekend is dedicated to you Phelps! Keep going for your dream!
On March 16th 2009, OCEAN EATMON wrote:
i realy dont know why its such a big deal to do it it gives u a buzz and itz great irealy dont care what they think!!i will do it if i want and they should make i leagel!!! pezz
On March 16th 2009, ocean wrote:
its realy batter than doing any other drug realy but all the other ones are good too but its like the least werst lol but its the bomb
On March 17th 2009, alexandra wrote:
I SWIM 25/7 AND I SMOKE WEED. GET OVER IT. IVE GOTTEN FASTER
On March 19th 2009, A fool wrote:
If you think doing drugs is okay, it’s not okay.
Micheal admitted it was him and i admire him for that. He knew it was wrong, and most likely will do it again.
That’s reality.. by the way one here is perfect, were all human we all make mistakes. That’s that…
I’m the type of person who would definately prefer to have a “stricter” law enforcement. Where everyone had to abide or else.. Death penalty, and eye for an eye type of dealio.
On March 29th 2009, seriously? wrote:
i just think its funny that all you people think you should comment about this. I mean it has nothing to do with you. and no one cares what any of you think.
On April 2nd 2009, anezea wrote:
i think that it is harmless so everyone needs 2 stop making a big deal
On April 17th 2009, Minnie wrote:
omg xD to all the faggots out there who are disapointed in him…grow the fuck up! -_- crisse mane it aint like hes doin crack manne?!? whats the big deal everyone smokes weed if they dont they suck :) and why the hell is it everyones buisness when hes smokin weed? hes doing it on his free time not while hes swimmin round in the pool!! he aint smokin up in the locker rooms you fucken idiots xD look, for all of you out there who think this is gonna fuck up his career………go to hell :) i smoke tons of that shit, im a swimmer and im doing a great job so fuck all you fags :D
On August 12th 2009, Question wrote:
So…what does this say about pot?
On August 17th 2009, The Fuzz wrote:
If he won as many medals as he did… and smoked weed…then WTF! He must be doing something right. Give him a break….He made the U.S.A. look good at the Olympics! He worked his ass off swimming… let him smoke… it didn’t hurt his chances at GOLD. This should send a message that weed isn’t as bad as it seems. And for all you uptight parents… weed isn’t a gateway drug… not talking to your kids truthfully about substance abuse is what causes substance abuse. Wake up!
On August 17th 2009, The Fuzz wrote:
Written by a douchebag….. poke your own eye out fuck face
On March 19th 2009, A fool wrote:
If you think doing drugs is okay, it’s not okay.
Micheal admitted it was him and i admire him for that. He knew it was wrong, and most likely will do it again.
That’s reality.. by the way one here is perfect, were all human we all make mistakes. That’s that…
I’m the type of person who would definately prefer to have a “stricter” law enforcement. Where everyone had to abide or else.. Death penalty, and eye for an eye type of dealio.
On September 15th 2009, pipey mcbudnugget wrote:
If someone like micheal Phelps can smoke weed , then so can I! . . . i already do however.
come on people , hes a person . . .smoking weed . . . its not the biggest news story in the world . . . in the time it took for the media to scramble all over a swimmer with a cone , some building probably fell down , or some politician had MORE to say , go focus on that and let the man finish his cone in peace.