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castelli, News, Sierra Nevada, spain - March 12, 2020

Through orange groves in Sierra Nevada

The Spanish south coast attracts both professional cyclists and winter-weary amateurs with their fine roads. At the foot of the Sierra Nevada and with the Mediterranean Sea within easy reach, we set out cycling in hilly terrain through olive and orange groves. With a few stops for a cortado. From Malaga we take the motorway one hour east before we turn north into a valley where the sun shines on the yellow coloured rock massif as we drive into the small community Vélez de Benaudalla. The main street runs in north-south direction with the church in the center and with white stone houses close up on both sides of the road. The fortress at the height reminds visitors of the city’s Arabic roots. Here we find some small grocery stores, a bakery, a couple of cafes and restaurants. White legs Together with a group of cyclists from Stockholm Cycle club, who also have arrived with an early flight, we take a short ride in the afternoon. Cormac Keeny guides us on a short trip to a village on the other side of the valley, with a hill long enough for the pulse to go up. A premonition of what to ...

Rest day at La Vuelta – recap of the first ten stages

The final grand tour of the year is in full swing and brought loads of action. We can’t deny, that Kristian Sbaragli victory at stage 10 has been the highlight so far.

Postcards from la Vuelta

Finally we can see our two teams riding one of the most prestigious race together! Garmin-Sharp and african MTN-Qhubeka team are riding the Vuelta trying to catch the red jersey. Here some photos by Team Garmin-Sharp and MTN-Qhubeka photographer’s in case you have lost some moments of la Vuelta. Dan Martin pushing hard on the hill supported by fans. Team MTN-Qhubeka riding the team time trial… nice speedsuit, ah? Well trained legs Gerard! Jay smiles in front of the camera In two teams we provide with cycling kits in this Vuelta, Kristian is the only italian guy. Go Kristian! Team Garmin-Sharp presentation: what are you looking at David and Andrew? Hesjedal under the spanish sun Vansummeren leading the group

Team MTN-Qhubeka to the Vuelta 2014

The pride of African cycling, Team MTN Qhubeka p/b Samsung, continues to capture the imagination of the international cycling world in 2014. Hot on the heels of completing a fantastic debut season on the international cycling stage in 2013, Africa’s first professional-continental cycling team will participate in the 2014 Vuelta a España, the 69th edition of Spain’s most prestigious race for the first time. Team MTN Qhubeka p/b Samsung will join 21 other teams at the Vuelta, which will take place from Saturday 23 August to Sunday 14 September 2014, and will cover a total distance of 3181 kilometers over 21 stages. MTN SA Chief Marketing Officer Brian Gouldie heaped praise on the team: “As proud sponsors of Team MTN-Qhubeka, it is with great pride and jubilation to see the team secure a berth at the Vuelta a Espana. To witness the first African cycling team accepted to participate in such a big, international cycling event is testament to the capability of the team and the talent among the riders. Hard work has paid off in only the second year of this exciting team cycling on the international arena. We wish everyone at Team MTN-Qhubeka well for the Vuelta and ...

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garmin, mallorca, News, sharp, spain, training camp - February 20, 2014

Garmin-Sharp at the training camp in Mallorca

Team Garmin-Sharp is at training camp this week in beautiful Mallorca, Spain. We have added daily photo galleries to the team’s website, as well as posting regular updates to keep you informed. If you’re following along on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram, use the #rideargyle hashtag for immediate updates from our riders and staff. Love the @cervelo R5 How many coffees do the riders have on an easy day? Dan Martin has a new toy to help pass the hours on the bike… thinking of Liège How the pros keep their cell phones dry on the ride… Phil Gaimon showing off the mid weight Garmin wool socks, perfect for an overcast day. Ryder rocking the Prima Glove in Mallorca. “I don’t really need it today because it’s not that cold, but I just like the feel.” Caleb Fairly showing how to dress for mixed conditions: The Gabba over an Iride base layer, paired up with the BodyPaint short. Heading out towards Alcudia and the mountains. Heading out with the Dan Martin group for training. Looks like some good riding! The riders are out for some long hours in the saddle today!