Vuelta España 2016 – Stage 2 Preview
By David Hunter Ourense Thmeral Capital – Baiona 160.8km After the TTT, the Vuelta has it’s first sprint stage.
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Vuelta España 2016 – Stage 1 Preview
By David Hunter Thermal Ourense – Castrelo de Miño Nautical Park 29.4km TTT
Vuelta a España 2016 – Overall Preview
By David Hunter The last grand tour of the year, for me the best. The mix of brutal climbs, sun and the relaxed atmosphere makes this race special. Coming near the end of the season, it also provides younger riders with a chance of landing some big results. Crucial Stages
Vuelta a Burgos 2016 – Overall Preview
By David Hunter Preparation for the Vuelta Espana is now in full swing and plenty of the big guns are here. Due to the Tour of Poland being moved forward in the calendar, Burgos is the only race for riders wanting to fine tune their level before the last grand tour. As usual it’s a mix of…
Ride London Classic 2016 Preview
By David Hunter London – London 202km This race began as the test even for the 2012 Olympic games and it grows every year. The route remains the same as 2015, where we were treated to a very attacking race. The crucial point is the climb of Box Hill, 4.4km at 3.8%. This doesn’t sound like…
Clásica de San Sebastian 2016 Preview
By David Hunter Donostia – Donostia 220.2km The organisers have decided to change the end of the race, as recent events have made them concerned about the width of the road. Instead of climbing Bordako Tontorra, the peloton head up Murgil Bidea. Don’t worry folks, this is also a tough climb. In fact, it’s just as…
Tour de France 2016 – Overall Preview
By David Hunter Time for Le Tour! The biggest race is of the year and we’re in for one hell of a battle. Expect three weeks of crazy racing. Big Stages
Fantasy Tour de France: At least 50,000 Euro in prizes!
Mont Saint-Michel is Saturday, July 2nd the decor of Le Grand Départ. The 103rd Tour de France begins with a sprint stage where the sprinters can fulfill their dream to capture the yellow jersey. The peloton then moves through the Pyrenees, and the Mont Ventoux, to the Alps. There, in the final week, the decision…
Tour de Suisse 2016 – Stage 9 Preview
By David Hunter Davos – Davos 117.7km Another short but brutal stage. Not much climbing, just 2 HCs!
Tour de Suisse 2016 – Stage 8 Preview
By David Hunter Davos 16.8km ITT After 3 demanding days in the mountains, the riders face a relatively short TT.
Tour de Suisse 2016 – Stage 7 Preview
By David Hunter Arbon – Solden 224.3km Extreme weather protocol?
Tour de Suisse 2016 – Stage 6 Preview
By David Hunter Weesen – Amden 162.8km Day 2 in the mountains. The riders are faced with another day full of climbing.
Route du Sud 2016 Overall Preview
By David Hunter Time to get ready for the Tour! Route Stage 1 The race begins with a sprint stage, with a few climbs to roll over near the start. At 196km, it’s long but shouldn’t be a challenge.
Tour de Suisse 2016 – Stage 5 Preview
By David Hunter Brig – Cari 126.4km A short but demanding stage. We continue with the recent trend and shortening stages but packing in a huge amount of climbing.
Tour de Suisse 2016 – Stage 4 Preview
By David Hunter Rheinfelden – Champagne 193km I will refrain some a silly joke about champagne! This is the last day for the sprinters, after this stage, we head to the mountains.
Tour de Suisse 2016 – Stage 3 Preview
By David Hunter Grosswangen – Rheinfelden 192.6km Time for a tough day in the saddle. After a fairly gentle start to the race, this stage is more typical of racing in Switzerland.
Critérium du Dauphiné 2016 – Stage 7 Preview
By David Hunter Le Pont de Claix – Superdevoluy 151km Last day. After two great stages, we could be in for another terrific day.
Tour de Suisse 2016 – Stage 2 Preview
By David Hunter Baar – Baar 187.6km Another day in Baar. After the opening TT, this should be one for the sprinters.