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GP de Wallonie 2014 preview
By David Hunter The riders return to Belgium, after a brief “holiday” in Canada! They tackle the familiar route, with plenty of short, steep climbs, ending with the climb up to Namur. This race is all about the final few kilometres.
Coppa Agostoni 2014 preview
By David Hunter This is the 68th edition of the race, which was won by Pippo Pozzato, in 2013. The race is usually more selective, than Coppa Bernocchi, due to the 4 climbs in the 2nd half of the race. They are:- Salita di Ello – 1.9km at 6% Salita di Colle Brianza – 4km…
Coppa Bernocchi 2014 preview
By David Hunter Welcome to an action packed week of Italian cycling: Tuesday – Coppa Bernocchi Wednesday – Coppa Agostoni Thursday – Tre Valli Varesine Saturday – Memorial Marco Pantani This week is crucial for the fight to win the Italian Cup and great preparation for the World Championships. Of the 4 races, Bernocchi, is…
Tour of Britain 2014 – Stage 6 Preview
By David Hunter Stage 6 Bath – Hemel Hempsted 205.6km A long day in the saddle. The riders face a demanding, hilly end to the stage.
Vuelta a España 2014 – Stage 19 Preview
By David Hunter Stage 19 Salvaterra do Miño – Cangas do Morrazo 180.5km The last stage for the non-GC riders.
Tour of Britain 2014 – Stage 5 Preview
By David Hunter Exmouth – Exeter 177.3km The riders head in a loop around the South coast of England. They pass over 3 classified climbs.
Tour of Britain 2014 – Stage 4 Preview
By David Hunter Stage 3 Recap On The Tumble, Jack Bauer went first. He was quickly followed by Zardini and the two built a good gap. Bauer wasn’t able to help with the pulling, so Zardini went solo. Nico Roche was the man to attack from the GC group and he caught and past Zardini….