Tag: TdF 2016

The Most Important Vehicle of the Tour de France – Red Superb

Managing the Tour de France is no easy task, requiring immense organisation and clear communication. At the heart of the logistical network, controlling all facets of the race, is the Red Car – a technologically modified mobile command centre from which Tour Director Christian Prudhomme…

Another year, another incredible Tour de France for the history books

The Tour de France 2016 heads for its end. Which moments have we considered the most important so far this year?

Tour de France Green Jersey Weekly Overview 2

I’m writing this article having watched Chris Froome running up that hill like Kate Bush in a Yellow Jersey.  It’s an awkward kind of drama that Le Tour organisers try to avoid.  Let’s be thankful the Green Jersey competition is providing the right kind of…

Fans of the Tour de France: Could They Get Any Crazier?

Tour de France is not just about the sport. It might be hard to admit for the really hardcore cyclists, but it’s also a social event. A social event full of people in weird, funny, and cool costumes. So why not relax for a bit and…

Tour de France: Green Jersey Weekly Overview

An unexpected launch The Manx Missile is back – he stormed Utah Beach in stage 1, and at the time of writing Mark Cavendish has won 3 stages.  He rightly called out the naysayers in the cycling press, and has promptly dropped the hammer on…

Download the 2016 Tour de France App for Breaking News, Interactive Maps and Videos

Enjoy exclusive video content with the official 2016 Tour de France application presented by Škoda! Check the race’s breaking news, view the riders on stage maps or live stage profiles, and enjoy unique behind-the-scenes content.

Tony 10 Speed: Mechanics, Maintenance, and Fitness

Cycling can sometimes be very similar to religion – the bicycle is the altar at which we worship, and mechanics are our high priests. It may be expensive, but there is nothing like picking up a fully maintained bike from the local bike shop –…