Monthly Archives: January 2009

René Vietto – Part 2: the fall and rise

The young French grimpeur René Vietto was riding high following his Tour de France exploits in 1934, which boosted his public profile as well as his earnings, even though he was the benefit of considered myth-making by Jacques Goddet. Over the next four years, however, his performances waxed and waned as he struggled to live …

January 21, 2009 – 7:46 pm | By Guy WR | Posted in Classic Climbs | Comments (0)

Race to train

… It’s mid August, a balmy late afternoon, when Mt. Seymour beckons. The purpose of his ride is not entirely clear. It could be end-of-season training outing, in advance of a last chance at racing glory. Or another opportunity to “knock the bastard off” by tackling the toughest of the local climbs. Or simply a …

January 14, 2009 – 8:04 pm | By Guy WR | Posted in Local Climbs | Comments (0)