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Contador plays down chances of Giro success (Reuters)
Tour de France champion
Alberto Contador has played down his chances of winning the Giro
d'Italia, which starts on Saturday.
Argentine banned from Giro d'Italia for doping (AP)
Argentine cyclist Maximiliano Richeze tested positive for steroid use in a recent race and has been excluded from the Giro d'Italia that begins this weekend, Giro organizers said Friday. Richeze tested positive for the steroid stanozolol three weeks ago when competing in another race, Giro spokesman Sergio Meda said.
Argentina's Richeze out of Giro after failing dope test (Reuters)
Argentina's Max Richeze
has failed a dope test and will not start the Giro d'Italia, his
CSF Group team manager Bruno Reverberi said on Friday.
Cyclist Ascani banned for 2 years (AP)
An Italian Olympic Committee panel confirmed a two-year ban for cyclist Luca Ascani who tested positive for EPO last year. Ascani, Italy's time trial champion, appealed an earlier recommendation by the Olympic Committee's anti-doping prosecutor that sought the ban. Traces of the blood-boosting hormone were found in Ascani's "A" and "B" samples at the Italian national championships on June 26 last...
Astana's Noval pulls out of Giro with stomach problems (Reuters)
Spaniard Benjamin Noval
has pulled out of the Giro d'Italia with intestinal problems,
his Astana team said on Friday.
Arroyo pulls out of Giro after breaking arm (Reuters)
Spaniard David Arroyo has been
ruled out of the Giro d'Italia after breaking his arm in a crash
during training, his Caisse d'Epargne team said on Thursday.
Stages of the 2008 Giro d'Italia (Reuters)
Stages for the 2008 Giro
d'Italia cycle race from May 10 to June 1.
Saturday, May 10: Stage one, Palermo-Palermo (team time trial)
23.6km.
Sunday, May 11: Stage two, Cefalu-Agrigento 207km.
Monday, May 12: Stage three, Catania-Milazzo 208km.
Tuesday, May 13: Stage four, Pizzo Calabro-Catanzaro Lido
187km.
Wednesday, May 14: Stage five, Belvedere Marittimo-Contursi
Terme 170km.
Thursday, May 15: Stage six, Potenza-Peschici 247km.
Friday, May 16: Stage seven, Vasto-Pescocostanzo 179km.
Saturday, May 17: Stage eight, Rivisondoli-Tivoli 200km.
Sunday, May 18: Stage nine, Civitavecchia-San Vincenzo 194km.
Monday, May 19: Rest day
Tuesday, May 20: Stage 10, Pesaro-Urbino (individual time
trial) 36km.
Wednesday May 21: Stage 11, Urbania-Cesena 193km.
Thursday May 22: Stage 12, Forli-Carpi 171km.
Friday May 23: Stage 13, Modena-Cittadella 192km.
Saturday May 24: Stage 14, Verona-Alpe di Pampeago 195km.
Sunday May 25: Stage 15, Arabba-Passo Fedaia 153km.
Monday May 26: Stage 16, San Vigilio di Marebbe-Plan de Corones
(individual mountain time trial) 13.8km.
Tuesday May 27: Rest day
Wednesday May 28: Stage 17, Sondrio-Locarno 146km.
Thursday May 29: Stage 18, Mendrisio-Varese 182km.
Friday May 30: Stage 19, Legnano-Presolana 228km.
Saturday May 31: Stage 20, Rovetta-Tirano 224km.
Sunday June 1: Stage 21, Cesano Maderno-Milano 28.5km
(individual time trial).
PREVIEW-Cycling-Giro organiser hoping for a clean and close race (Reuters)
Giro d'Italia organiser
Angelo Zomegnan boasted this week that the race had a better
field than the Tour de France and was again keeping his fingers
crossed that it would not be overshadowed by doping scandals.
Cyclist Vila admits positive testosterone test (AP)
Spanish cyclist Patxi Vila tested positive for elevated testosterone levels and withdrew from the Giro d'Italia. Vila, who rides for Team Lampre, had an out-of-competition test at his home on March 3. "In reality, it's a positive test -- but until there is a counter-analysis performed you can't say anything," Vila said in Tuesday editions of El Diario Vasco newspaper.
Okla. man sues Armstrong Foundation over pet collars (AP)
A Tulsa businessman who uses the phrases "Barkstrong" and "Purrstrong" on his animal charity's pet collars sued the Lance Armstrong Foundation in a trademark dispute. Chris Ohman filed his suit April 30 in federal court, and claimed the Armstrong Foundation -- which has marketed popular yellow "LiveStrong" wristbands -- is infringing on Ohman's intellectual property rights because it also sells...
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Giro di PEZ: TTT Corsa Up Close
Message by Richard Pestes
It’s like the day before Christamas around here as excitement is building to a fevered pitch for the start of tomorrow’s Giro d’Italia. I’m doing my best to keep up with all the action and soak in the true Palermo experience. I took a spin on the TTT corsa, and can tell you it’s gonna be fast – check this out…
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Giro'08: The Contenders!
Message by Jered Gruber
Oh it is so close to time. We here at PEZ have a special place in our hearts for the Giro, and thus we have a special place in our beating drums for the riders in Italy's finest race, and this year we'll even be treated to some of racing's finest as the Giro continues its ascension from almost purely an Italian event, to an event with all of the world's best.
The 1990 Giro With Frankie Andreu
Message by NONE
Ahead of this year's race, Andreu took PEZ on a behind the scenes look at the 1990 edition with a very fresh young 7-Eleven team hoping to continue Andy Hampsten's legacy. It was not to be, but there were some very memorable events nonetheless.
EuroTrash Thursday!
Message by Jered Gruber
Find your favorite pink shirts boys and girls because it's Almost Giro Celebration Day, or something like that. We've got news news and then some more of the same from all over, and yes, even some tidbits from Italia. Take a double shot of espresso this morning, get yourself some gelato, and leave work early.
PEZ Reviews: Impsport's Braveheart Kit
Message by Gordan Cameron
When The Pez gave me the call to review some kit, he knew that the mention of tartan would get this proud Scotsman onboard! Impsport's clothing range for the Braveheart Cycling Fund, a charity aimed at supporting and developing the next generation of Scottish peloton heroes, was duly sent north for a rigorous examination!
Giro di PEZ: Desperately Seeking Sicilia
Message by Richard Pestes
It’s my first time to the south of Italia and the Giro grande partenza – and I’ve landed in Palermo in one piece, but without my luggage or bike… But the sun is shining, this place is beautiful, and as I search for the perfect negroni, I hope to learn a lot more about this unique part of the world – let’s get started!
Giro'08: La Corsa Up Close!
Message by Jered Gruber
A few months have passed and since the always innovative Giro organizers released the route for the 2008 edition of my favorite Grand Tour (there, I said it) - and once again it was evident WHY it's arguably one of the most entertaining races of the year - rarely a dull stage, big mountains, and do mine eyes deceive me? Lots of time trials. Indeed. Read on as PEZ peers a bit closer at the coming travails - only days away now.
Toolbox: Building Self-Confidence
Message by NONE
If Yogi Berra were a cyclist, here’s what he’d say: cycling is 90% mental, and the other half is physical. Yet with enough self-confidence, our minds tend to stay out of the way, and we have the freedom to perform to our potential. The mentally fit cyclist knows how to assess, maintain, and build self-confidence to improve fun and performance on the bike.
EuroTrash Monday!
Message by Matt Conn
STOP PRESS: Astana is going to the Giro and we have the latest on the fitness of their GC contenders. The Tour of Romandie wrapped this week with a few hints of Giro form from Switzerland. Read on for team selections and the inside news for this weekend’s first Grand Tour of the year. Bring on the Giro!
PEZ-Tech: Polar CS200cad Computer
Message by Dr. Stephen Cheung, Ph.D.
Short of riding without my helmet or actually breaking decency laws, nothing makes me feel more naked on the bike than not having my bike computer along for the ride. The Polar CS200cad is an excellent balance between comprehensive functionality with download capability on one hand, and sleek styling and ease of installation and use on the other hand.
PEZ JERSEYS: Make A Deal With…
Message by NONE
The Devil ? Why bother - when you can gain all the fame, fortune, and babes you’ll need wearing your own custom PezCycling Jersey by Bergamo. They’re available at GloryCycles.com , just waiting for your order!
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USA Cycling News Update: April 23
Over the past two weeks in American cycling USA Cycling announced several new developmental camps, Americans fared well at the UCI BMX Supercross World Cup in Australia, the U.S. women earned a fourth place world ranking on the road, the USA Cycling National Development team was busy racing in Europe, the National Racing Calendar continued, the USA Cycling Professional Tour resumed with the Tour de Georgia, sixteen Americans contested the first UCI Mountain Bike World Cup in Belgium, officials and coaches continued their education and much more....
Gould posts top finish for U.S. in opening 2008 UCI MTB World Cup
The opening round of the 2008 UCI Mountain Bike World Cup took place in Houffalize, Belgium over the weekend where a record field of more than 400 riders lined up for the first event that factors into Olympic team selection. Of the sixteen Americans that competed in the elite menandrsquo;s and womenandrsquo;s cross country events, Georgia Gould posted the top finish with a fifth- place effort in the womenandrsquo;s race on Sunday. In menandrsquo;s competition, Todd Wells posted the best American result with an 11th-place finish.
American women sacrifice money for experience in Europe
This season, several American women - all members of domestic trade teams - are sacrificing bigger salaries, stability and time with loved ones to pursue their dreams of becoming world-class cyclists in the international peloton or future world championship participants and Olympians. Based at USA Cycling's European Residence Center in Lucca, Italy throughout much of spring and summer, the five women are all part of USA Cycling's Women's National Team program which provides them with European racing opportunties, instruction and resources.
Event schedule, course maps and profiles for Masters Road Nationals
Attention Masters Athletes: Following last week's announcement regarding the registration procedures, rules and eligibility requirements for the 2008 USA Cycling Masters Road National Championships, USA Cycling today released further information, including a complete event schedule, course maps and profiles and lodging information. All information pertaining to the 2008 USA Cycling Masters Road National Championships is available on the event website.
Herman wins Adelaide World Cup, Martin second
The United States continued to illustrate its depth in BMX racing on Sunday when David Herman won the men's race at the second round of the 2008 UCI BMX Supercross World Cup and Arielle Martin finished second in the women's event. Herman turned in the biggest result of his career against a world-class field just two months before the U.S. Olympic Team trials, set for June 14 in Chula Vista, Calif. Despite four men in the semifinals, Herman was the only American to advance to the eight-man final. Meanwhile, in the women's race, Martin was joined by Jill Kintner and Amanda Geving in the final as her compatriots placed fifth and sixth respectively.
National Development Team posts impressive finish in Nations' Cup
The USA Cycling National Development Team displayed one of its best team performances in years with all six riders placing among the top 45 in the second round of the UCI Nationsandrsquo; Cup on April 12. Cole House led the team across the line, finishing seventh in the Tour of Flanders. The squad will now head to France to contest round three of the world's premier U23 race series at Le Cote Picarde on April 16.
Vande Velde, Franges post strong results in Europe
This week, two Americans turned in outstanding performances in major European events as Christian Vande Velde and Lauren Franges finished near the top of the standings in France and the Netherlands respectively. At the Circuit Cycliste Sarthe, a 2.1-ranked four-day UCI stage race in France, Vande Velde won the stage-two time trial and finished second overall. Meanwhile, Franges finished sixth and won the Best Young Rider Category at the Drentse 8 van Dwingleoo, a UCI 1.1-ranked single-day race in Holland.
2008 USA Cycling Masters Road National Championship information
Now that the 2008 competitive cycling season is in full swing, it's time to begin thinking about this season's USA Cycling Masters Road National Championships. Scheduled for June 30 - July 6 in Louisville, Ky., this year's edition will see several changes based on valuable feedback from USA Cycling members. Some changes include the elimination of field size limits and the addition of qualifying heats when necessary, the implementation of on-site registration and race-day packet pick-up, a refund option in case your plans change, and an escalating registration fee structure. Please read the following guidelines to become familiar with the changes and registration process for 2008.
American women among the top road cyclists in the world
With the 2008 Olympic Games just four months away, the United States is currently illustrating its strength as one of the top women's road cycling nations in the world, referenced by a pair of women in the top ten of the UCI's individual international rankings, another two in the top ten of the UCI Women's Road World Cup standings after three races, and a fourth-place nation's ranking. With the incredible depth of talent USA Cycling has developed over the course of the last several years, American women look to move up the rankings further with significant international events on the horizon.
USA Cycling News Update: April 9
Over the past two weeks in American cycling, the USA Cycling Board of Directors elected three new officers, nine Americans brought home three medals including a world title from the 2008 UCI Track World Championships, Olympic hopefuls earned more points toward their road to Beijing at the USA Cycling BMX National Championships, the national governing body announced a pair of Women's Regional Development Camps set for this summer, the NRC got cranked up with a trio of races as did the USA Cycling Mountain Bike National Calendars, Collegiate Cycling heated up and much more....
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