The opening stage of Tour de France 1906 was relatively short according to the standards of the time, “only” 271 km. The day started in… Read More »4 July 1906 Tour de France visits Lille for the very first time
Defining historical events of the 20th century often left their marks on road cycling history. Just think about, for istance, the impact of World War… Read More »When Tour de France went abroad before 1914
Between 1905 and 1912 points decided who is the best rider of the peloton. The first cyclist to cross the finish line received 1 point.… Read More »Points system in general classification at the Tour de France (1905-1912)
René Pottier was probably the finest climber of the early years of Tour de France. He was born in 1879 in Moret-sur-Loing, Seine-et-Marne. In 1903… Read More »Mini Cycling Who’s Who: René Pottier