Monthly Archives: July 2014

Today Richard Virenque, the eternal King of the Mountains who won the climber's jersey 7 times in 11 years, was on hand at the sign in.   Everyone has the same goal at a sign on: to get a few autographs from your favorite riders. My dad and I arrived in time to get a … Continue reading »

When my train pulled in to York late yesterday, I wasn't interested in taking any photos of York's Tour decorations but when I walked by this Indian restaurant and their homage to the absent Sir Bradley Wiggins, I caved.   And as a mediocre knitter, I appreciated the work that went into these bike cozies. … Continue reading »

At last year's Tour, in addition to enjoying so many days of fantastic racing, I met a handful of people who worked for Le Tour and there were 2 people in particular I was hoping to see again this year. Within minutes of my arrival at the sign on podium, Kevin and Gerry, my Dutch … Continue reading »

Tour de France Eve may not be a bank holiday, but it's certainly feeling festive in Leeds ahead of the Grand Depart!   The rain has started but it hasn't discouraged souvenir shoppers.   I've seen UCI president Brian Cookson and Tour organizer Christian Prudhomme about town, both chatting with excited fans.   Prudhomme and … Continue reading »