When Tour de France went abroad before 1914
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
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Tour de France winners died in the First World War
As in almost every part of European life, also in the world of cycling races World War I was a significant watershed. Not only the… Read More »Tour de France winners died in the First World War
The Tour de France contestant who hired two other cyclists just for having fun
Henri Pépin was neither an eccentric aristocrat, nor a rookie cyclist when he hired two other persons to join him to ride the Tour de… Read More »The Tour de France contestant who hired two other cyclists just for having fun
Points system in general classification at the Tour de France (1905-1912)
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)