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Tour de France
The Tour de France is a bicycle race held in France. Bicyclists from all over the world come to compete. Ask questions about the Tour de France path, rules, and records here.
443 Questions
Who won the mayor's race in houstontx?
As of my last update in October 2023, the results of the most recent mayoral election in Houston, TX, had not been finalized. For the latest and most accurate information, please check reliable news sources or the official Houston city website for updates on the election results.
Who won the comisioner race in Adams county?
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Who was the winner for the best climber in the 2002 Tour de France?
Laurent Jalabert won the polka dot jersey (maillot Ã? pois rouges) in 2002.
Who is tour montparnasse named after?
Montparnasse is the name of the part of Paris where the Tour Montparnasse was built.
What popular activities are held every year during the Fiestas de Quito?
There are bull fights, flamenco performances, and general partying! :]
Last winner of the tour of france?
St Etienne, with 10 titles (last in 1981). Lyon's seven-in-a-row puts them joint fourth with Monaco, one behind Marseille and Nantes.
Has the tour de France ever been cancelled?
Yes, from 1939 to 1946 it was not held, due to the Second World War.
Is the tour de France route always confined to France?
No. On various years it has started in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, England, strayed in Italy and Spain.
What does le maillot a pois rouge mean in the tour de france?
It's the polka dot jersey, white with red dots. It's awarded to the "king of the mountains", the rider who has been fastest uphill.
Is each leg of the tour de france called a peloton?
No.
The legs arecalled "stages" in English, "étapes" in French.
When did the lanterne rouge win a stage in the tour de France?
The last Lanterne Rouge winner to win a Tour stage was Jacky Durand, LR winner in 1999, although he won Stage 8 the previous year in 1998.
Which hill is the steepest in the tour de France?
The route they take vary a little from year to year, so steepest climb may also change. One side of Col du Tourmalet has a 14% incline which is an absolute killer to ride.
How do the bikers in the tour de france pee and not fall behind?
If they have to, they'll do it while riding. Pick a descent with few spectators, haul out their male part(good thing cycle gear is stretchy), get out of the saddle, turn sideways and let it go.
Tuck everything back in and use the sense of relief as fuel to catch up with the pack.
Is there a green jersey in the tour de france?
Yes.
The green jersey is worn by the one who wins the most sprints.
What country has won the Tour de France most often?
The TdF isn't raced by countries, it's raced by professional teams, usually consisting of riders from several different countries.
What other countries is the tour de france going to go through in 2010?
The Netherlands, Belgium, France
How old is the youngest winner on the tour de France?
Henri Cornet was 19 years old when he won it in 1904
He was the youngest
How many tour de France did Bob Roll start?
Bob Roll has competed in three Tour De France competitions.
