Have we finally discovered the world’s toughest climb? We think so, Lasty better pack his passport as he is certainly the man for the job.
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Cycling suffered a sad loss during the Trans Am endurance race Eric Fishbein from California was riding across Kansas when he was hit from behind by a car and killed. Our thoughts go out to his family and friends.
Tech Of The week comes courtesy of Pirelli and their new cycling tyres, as well as Specialized Diverge as shown in action by Peter Sagan during the show and the new Bianchi Aria. Plenty of bling.
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