1986 Tour de France, stage 13
June 12th, 2009SmithersMpls asked:
Bernard Hinault attempts to win the Tour de France for a (then) record 6th time but Greg LeMond is the one who wins the stage to Superbagneres.
Micheal
What If? Tour De France UK TV Theme NOT Kraftwerk
June 12th, 2009hedkandi73 asked:
HowItShouldHaveBeen- presents..THIS IS NOT THE KRAFTWERK SONG!!This is the theme to the UK (channel 4) broadcast of the tour de france from the 1980s/90s.It was written by PETE SHELLY(The Buzzcocks) so all credit for the music to HIM. Ive been hunting this down for 20 years with no luck- I recently found old VIDEO of the show in a charity shop!! Here is the FIRST HowItShouldHaveBeen video for your pleasure!! The track has been extended(clips of Phil Ligetts commentary was already on the …
Craig
Tour de France 1984 Stage 11
June 8th, 2009Hotels in France – Offers Comfortable Accommodation
June 7th, 2009
Nancy Eben asked:
France is regarded amongst the most visited and popular destinations for taking a holiday or a trip in Europe. And looking at the huge influx of visitors each year proves this fact. Whether it is a leisure trip, a pleasant tour, an adventure holiday or even a romantic getaway, France has all the answers. Geographically the country is very small but each area of the country has it own unique features. France provides with so many opportunities for its visitors as it has such a variety of attractions and activities to explore. Whatever is one’s taste, you can find it here as the country is blessed with such diversity.
France has many faces waiting to be discovered. When you travel in the country, the many hidden secrets unfold one by one and it is certainly a unique experience. Most importantly, the country invokes that feeling of adventure in everyone. Check out the capital city and glamour city of Paris to the Alps and the lush and relaxing countryside, you will never be out of options. At one time, France was a destination for the rich upper class people from America and Great Britain, as travelling to France was linked with luxury. However, the things have changed and now it is now a destination for travelers on any kind of budget. One will find hotels in France, which cater to tourists on a lavish vacation or on a tight budget.
Tourists will find France truly a land of contrasts. The country has a range of landscapes, which the country takes, pride in. Almost 80% of France is countryside, spreading out in the all directions. The inviting countryside is rich and diverse, and each region welcoming the visitors with a warm welcome. The country will endow the tourists with a number of adventures right from a tour of the museums housing major works of art to historical monuments reminding of France’s history. You wish and the country has it for a memorable holiday. It is just not the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, but there are several other tourist attractions to experience. Of the many things about France, the French wines need a mention. It is the great national treasure rooted in history. With over half million vineyards in the country, French wine is renowned the world over.
A popular destination like France, it has a plethora of accommodation options though the hotels France remains the most accepted of the accommodation options. With thousands of hotels in the country, visitors would not come across accommodation problems but as is the case with all popular destinations, reservations made ahead of your arrival are advisable. A great choice of lodging options is available, catering to all kind of travelers too. The capital city Paris is the world center for fashion, art and style, making it the top destination for visitors with over 30 million travelers visiting it every year. A romantic and beautiful destination Paris has much to offer and the hotels in France Paris furnish the needs of its visitors. The number of hotels in Paris exceeds the total hotels in France. For the adventure enthusiasts the lodging in the campsites, ski resorts, and inns is quite appealing, and satisfying the adventure cravings. Hotels France are fantastic, not disappoint its guest’s with its superb facilities and services.
Judy
France is regarded amongst the most visited and popular destinations for taking a holiday or a trip in Europe. And looking at the huge influx of visitors each year proves this fact. Whether it is a leisure trip, a pleasant tour, an adventure holiday or even a romantic getaway, France has all the answers. Geographically the country is very small but each area of the country has it own unique features. France provides with so many opportunities for its visitors as it has such a variety of attractions and activities to explore. Whatever is one’s taste, you can find it here as the country is blessed with such diversity.
France has many faces waiting to be discovered. When you travel in the country, the many hidden secrets unfold one by one and it is certainly a unique experience. Most importantly, the country invokes that feeling of adventure in everyone. Check out the capital city and glamour city of Paris to the Alps and the lush and relaxing countryside, you will never be out of options. At one time, France was a destination for the rich upper class people from America and Great Britain, as travelling to France was linked with luxury. However, the things have changed and now it is now a destination for travelers on any kind of budget. One will find hotels in France, which cater to tourists on a lavish vacation or on a tight budget.
Tourists will find France truly a land of contrasts. The country has a range of landscapes, which the country takes, pride in. Almost 80% of France is countryside, spreading out in the all directions. The inviting countryside is rich and diverse, and each region welcoming the visitors with a warm welcome. The country will endow the tourists with a number of adventures right from a tour of the museums housing major works of art to historical monuments reminding of France’s history. You wish and the country has it for a memorable holiday. It is just not the Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe, but there are several other tourist attractions to experience. Of the many things about France, the French wines need a mention. It is the great national treasure rooted in history. With over half million vineyards in the country, French wine is renowned the world over.
A popular destination like France, it has a plethora of accommodation options though the hotels France remains the most accepted of the accommodation options. With thousands of hotels in the country, visitors would not come across accommodation problems but as is the case with all popular destinations, reservations made ahead of your arrival are advisable. A great choice of lodging options is available, catering to all kind of travelers too. The capital city Paris is the world center for fashion, art and style, making it the top destination for visitors with over 30 million travelers visiting it every year. A romantic and beautiful destination Paris has much to offer and the hotels in France Paris furnish the needs of its visitors. The number of hotels in Paris exceeds the total hotels in France. For the adventure enthusiasts the lodging in the campsites, ski resorts, and inns is quite appealing, and satisfying the adventure cravings. Hotels France are fantastic, not disappoint its guest’s with its superb facilities and services.
Judy
The Tour de France in Google Maps Street View
June 5th, 2009Google asked:
Experience the famous French race like never before. Le Tour de France and Google Maps invite you to ride the 2008 route using Street View. Now, you can feel like part of the race no matter where you are! http://www.google.com/tourdefrance2008
Earl
Tour de France 2007 Shame
June 5th, 2009
Roger Munns asked:
Once upon a time, any cyclist would have been proud to compete in the Tour de France, but with its reputation in tatters after the 2007 race, the cyclists overwhelming desire this year was to get to Paris and then go home. After all the controversy of the race this year, it will take cycling years to recover from the shockwaves.
The Tour de France has long been known in conjunction with just one man; seven-time winner American Lance Armstrong. But more recently, it’s also been marred by scandal when a record number of riders were banished this year due to failed drug tests. Favourite Alexander Vinokorouv was among them, along with race leader Michael Rasmussen, who was yanked just four days before the end of the event. With Armstrong retired, punishments handed down for the use of illegal drugs, and rumours running rampant about this year’s winner, Alberto Contador, what is the future of the Tour de France?
Some would say the future is bleak. With surveys indicating that fewer people are interested in the Tour than ever before, and a full 71% saying that its reputation can’t be saved, it seems as though there needs to be some revamping of the event. Cyclists and fans alike feel that stronger checks need to be put in place to keep this sort of embarrassment from happening in the future. In addition, there is major political unrest between the organizers of the Tour and the International Cycling Union which must be settled, and that seems unlikely. After all, at the heart of the feud is both power and money.
However, those two entities aside, the citizens of Monaco hope the future is bright. On July 7, 2009, the city will play host to a 15.2 kilometre time-trial, after beating Rotterdam and Utrecht, Liege, Lugano, Budapest, Florence and the Basque Country. This will be the first time that Monaco has had the opportunity for the Tour de France to begin in its streets, and it’s honoured to be the chosen one.
It seems there might also be a new sweetheart for fans of the Tour: Australian Cadel Evans. Just two weeks after finishing second in the Tour, he won the time trial at the Olympic test event in Bejing. Some think he might be the first to win the Tour and a gold medal all in the same year. In the past, Evans has had a rough time at the Olympics, but based on what he’s saying to the press, he feels that his bad luck has taken a turn for the better.
It also looks like, if things keep going the way they are, he might be part of a 2009 Austrailian team with other top Austrailian riders Robbie McEwen, Stuart O’Grady and Michael Rogers. Although nothing has been set in stone as of yet, you can bet that Australians are waiting with bated breath.
One thing’s for sure, and that is that nothing is for sure. With things changing for the Tour faster than the Internet can report them, the 2008 race is sure to go through many, many revisions before unveiling a hopefully new and improved face. Next year you can certain be that the Tour will be pushing hard to gain back the confidence of its loyal fans and, maybe even gain a few new ones. With younger riders hitting big times, the draw will certainly be there.
Martin
Once upon a time, any cyclist would have been proud to compete in the Tour de France, but with its reputation in tatters after the 2007 race, the cyclists overwhelming desire this year was to get to Paris and then go home. After all the controversy of the race this year, it will take cycling years to recover from the shockwaves.
The Tour de France has long been known in conjunction with just one man; seven-time winner American Lance Armstrong. But more recently, it’s also been marred by scandal when a record number of riders were banished this year due to failed drug tests. Favourite Alexander Vinokorouv was among them, along with race leader Michael Rasmussen, who was yanked just four days before the end of the event. With Armstrong retired, punishments handed down for the use of illegal drugs, and rumours running rampant about this year’s winner, Alberto Contador, what is the future of the Tour de France?
Some would say the future is bleak. With surveys indicating that fewer people are interested in the Tour than ever before, and a full 71% saying that its reputation can’t be saved, it seems as though there needs to be some revamping of the event. Cyclists and fans alike feel that stronger checks need to be put in place to keep this sort of embarrassment from happening in the future. In addition, there is major political unrest between the organizers of the Tour and the International Cycling Union which must be settled, and that seems unlikely. After all, at the heart of the feud is both power and money.
However, those two entities aside, the citizens of Monaco hope the future is bright. On July 7, 2009, the city will play host to a 15.2 kilometre time-trial, after beating Rotterdam and Utrecht, Liege, Lugano, Budapest, Florence and the Basque Country. This will be the first time that Monaco has had the opportunity for the Tour de France to begin in its streets, and it’s honoured to be the chosen one.
It seems there might also be a new sweetheart for fans of the Tour: Australian Cadel Evans. Just two weeks after finishing second in the Tour, he won the time trial at the Olympic test event in Bejing. Some think he might be the first to win the Tour and a gold medal all in the same year. In the past, Evans has had a rough time at the Olympics, but based on what he’s saying to the press, he feels that his bad luck has taken a turn for the better.
It also looks like, if things keep going the way they are, he might be part of a 2009 Austrailian team with other top Austrailian riders Robbie McEwen, Stuart O’Grady and Michael Rogers. Although nothing has been set in stone as of yet, you can bet that Australians are waiting with bated breath.
One thing’s for sure, and that is that nothing is for sure. With things changing for the Tour faster than the Internet can report them, the 2008 race is sure to go through many, many revisions before unveiling a hopefully new and improved face. Next year you can certain be that the Tour will be pushing hard to gain back the confidence of its loyal fans and, maybe even gain a few new ones. With younger riders hitting big times, the draw will certainly be there.
Martin
KRAFTWERK/ TOUR DE FRANCE COACHELLA 2008
June 5th, 2009Mont Ventoux - Le Tour de France
June 2nd, 2009watanidiot asked:
This is a short film of my dad i made when we went to Mont Ventoux. It was filmed on a tiny still photo digital camera, out of a car window at 80kmph and as a result I’m quite happy with how it turned out. I edited on Sony Vegas Pro 8.0, a very good editing program. Please check out my t-shirts at www.cafepress.com/watanidiot if you have any questions email me at watanidiot@hotmail.co.uk
Rafael
France Could be the Adventure of Your Dreams
June 1st, 2009
Gail Metcalf asked:
As the huge number of visitors to France every year prove, France is one of the most beautiful and romantic travel destinations in the western world. A trip to France can help you shake off the boredom of everyday life and expand your mind as you build a series of new experiences that you will remember for a lifetime. There are few things more thrilling than setting out to conquer new territory, and the sophisticated culture of France offers visitors an amazing array of opportunities for stimulation. If you plan it right, a trip to France can be exciting, educational, and even affordable. If you’ve ever dreamed of having an adventure in a new place where anything can happen, a trip to France can help you make your dream a reality.
France is a small country geographically, but it has several distinct regions, each with its own unique character. There is so much to see in France that no matter what your taste is, you will be able to find an area of this stunning country that is just the right kind of destination for you. From the big city glamour of Paris to the top notch ski slopes at Chamonix to the lush and relaxing countryside of the Beaune region where some of the world’s best wines are produced, there is something in France to awaken the adventurer in everyone. No matter what you are hoping to discover on your travels, there will almost certainly be somewhere in France where it can be found.
When you spend time in France, you are taking the risk of venturing into the unknown. This means that even if you have researched your destination and made all of your lodging plans well in advance, you simply don’t know just what you will find until you get there. The excitement of traveling to France is due in part to this fact. Because you can’t anticipate how your trip will unfold, you are likely to feel a level of excitement about traveling to France that is rarely stirred by other events.
From the Victorian age until now, traveling to France is often associated with luxury. For centuries, upper-class people living in America and Great Britain have believed that a trip to France should be a part of every young person’s education. Today, travel is much more accessible and affordable than it used to be, so the number of people who can feasibly travel to France has increased dramatically. France is no longer a destination solely reserved for the lucky few who can afford to splurge on a lavish vacation; in fact, it is possible to travel in France on a very tight budget. In our contemporary age of budget air travel and inexpensive hostel lodging, it is possible even for students living on a very small income to spend time exploring France.
Carl
As the huge number of visitors to France every year prove, France is one of the most beautiful and romantic travel destinations in the western world. A trip to France can help you shake off the boredom of everyday life and expand your mind as you build a series of new experiences that you will remember for a lifetime. There are few things more thrilling than setting out to conquer new territory, and the sophisticated culture of France offers visitors an amazing array of opportunities for stimulation. If you plan it right, a trip to France can be exciting, educational, and even affordable. If you’ve ever dreamed of having an adventure in a new place where anything can happen, a trip to France can help you make your dream a reality.
France is a small country geographically, but it has several distinct regions, each with its own unique character. There is so much to see in France that no matter what your taste is, you will be able to find an area of this stunning country that is just the right kind of destination for you. From the big city glamour of Paris to the top notch ski slopes at Chamonix to the lush and relaxing countryside of the Beaune region where some of the world’s best wines are produced, there is something in France to awaken the adventurer in everyone. No matter what you are hoping to discover on your travels, there will almost certainly be somewhere in France where it can be found.
When you spend time in France, you are taking the risk of venturing into the unknown. This means that even if you have researched your destination and made all of your lodging plans well in advance, you simply don’t know just what you will find until you get there. The excitement of traveling to France is due in part to this fact. Because you can’t anticipate how your trip will unfold, you are likely to feel a level of excitement about traveling to France that is rarely stirred by other events.
From the Victorian age until now, traveling to France is often associated with luxury. For centuries, upper-class people living in America and Great Britain have believed that a trip to France should be a part of every young person’s education. Today, travel is much more accessible and affordable than it used to be, so the number of people who can feasibly travel to France has increased dramatically. France is no longer a destination solely reserved for the lucky few who can afford to splurge on a lavish vacation; in fact, it is possible to travel in France on a very tight budget. In our contemporary age of budget air travel and inexpensive hostel lodging, it is possible even for students living on a very small income to spend time exploring France.
Carl