Author Archives: Whit

About Whit

My experiences might easily fit many cycling fans' definitions of “living the dream.” Since getting hooked on the sport watching Lance Armstrong win the 1993 U.S. Pro Championship, I've raced as an amateur on Belgian cobbles, traveled Europe to help build a European pro team, and piloted that team from Malaysia to Mont Ventoux. As a former assistant director sportif with Mercury-Viatel, I've also seen the less dreamy side of the sport – the side rife with broken contracts, infighting, and positive dope tests. These days, I live with my lovely wife in Pennsylvania and share my experiences and views on the sport at Bicycling Magazine, the Embrocation Cycling Journal, and at my own site, Pavé.

Monday Musette – A New White Jersey for Andy Schleck?

Posted on November 22, 2010 by

Here are some morsels for your Monday: 1. This just in: Team Lux is rumored to be starting the 2011 season in neutral jerseys.  Apparently the Schlecks don’t quite have their ducks in a row yet.  While it is yet to be confirmed, no matter how you spin it, this is not a good sign. … Continue reading →

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Team Lux: It’s Not About the Sponsor. Or is it?

Posted on November 19, 2010 by

Here’s the follow-up to yesterday’s post by Mattio on the current status of the Luxembourg Cycling Project’s title sponsors. Let me begin my counterpoint with a concession: ultimately, Mattio’s right—sponsors are the means to an end in which riders earn contracts, gain entry into the sport’s greatest events, and with a little support and direction, … Continue reading →

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2011 Team Kit First Look: Omega Pharma-Lotto

Posted on November 19, 2010 by

Here’s a first look at Omega Pharma-Lotto’s 2011 kit.  So far it’s my favorite. What do you think?

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2011 Team Kit First Look: Team Wallonie-Bruxelles

Posted on November 17, 2010 by

Here’s a first look at the 2011 team kit for the recently-announced Belgian Continental team under the direction of former Motorola rider Michel Dernies, Team Wallonie-Bruxelles.  Pretty nice, huh?

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Monday Musette – Sponsors New & Old, Transfers, Dopes, & Cross

Posted on November 15, 2010 by

Here’s what’s on our minds this Monday: 1. While the pre-season training camps begin to pop-up all over the calendar, details continue to trickle in regarding Team Lux.  The latest news has Belgian telecom giant Belgacom and Danish earpiece manufacturer Jabra becoming the main backers of the team, with an announcement possibly to coincide with … Continue reading →

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Monday Musette – On Judgement

Posted on November 1, 2010 by

Here’s today’s Monday Musette 1. If you don’t already read The Inner Ring, you need to start.  Matt published a fine run-down of the Team Lux situation—it’s definitely worth your time. 2. And speaking of dubious new teams, check-out today’s What’s New from Competitive Cyclist.  There’s also the added bonus of a video from the … Continue reading →

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