Category: Previews

By David Hunter With the Vuelta keeping us happy, we can’t forget about this tough week of racing. The organisers often change how demanding this race is, to align with the World Championships. This year we have a tough looking route, perfect for those preparing for Innsbruck. Route Stage 1 The week opens with a sprint…

By David Hunter Granada – Roquetas de Mar 188.7km More fun in the sunny South.

By David Hunter Marbella – Caminito Del Rey 163.5km Time for the first road stage.

By David Hunter Plouay – Plouay 256.7km With the Vuelta starting in Spain, some of the pro peloton are stuck in grand tour mode, the rest are now looking forward to a series of one day races. Some are here to win, others are looking to get racing in the legs with a view to Canada…

By David Hunter Málaga – Málaga 8km ITT The race begins with a fast TT around the streets of Malaga.

By David Hunter Yes, my favourite Grand Tour of the year. The reason I love this race is the steep finishes at ridiculous gradients. Add in the sunshine, the relaxed racing, unpredictability and that is why I many cycling fans think this is the high point of the year. Crucial Stages Stage 4 This is a…

By David Hunter Lacs de l’Eau d’Heure – Geraardsbergen 209.5km The big day for the GC.

By David Hunter Riemst – Sittard Geleen 182km At last, the race hits the hills.

By David Hunter Sint Pieters Leeuw – Lanaken 209km Last chance for the sprinters to shine.