ProTour Series Crumbles as 17 Teams Withdraw
A series of races started in 2004 by cycling’s governing body to ensure that the best teams competed in all the top races essentially came apart Tuesday. nytimes.com |
Cash woes latest drama in Armstrong comeback
Lance Armstrong's cycling comeback has hit a big financial pothole just as the seven-time Tour de France champion is preparing ... rssfeeds.usatoday.com |
French Are Seeing Red, Not Yellow
Riders and managers disagree about why there has not been a French champion at the Tour since 1985. nytimes.com |
Should Armstrong Wilt, He Has a Powerful Back Bench
For the first time in his racing history, Lance Armstrong is suggesting he might have to "play the team card." If he does, he has several strong racers upon whom to call. nytimes.com |
A Bicycle Tour Through Remote Southwest Canyon Country
A bike trip in the Southwest includes remote canyons, spectacularly empty roads, challenging climbs and, happily, strategically placed hotels. travel.nytimes.com |