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The Torch has a Tough Couple of Days

Posted April 8, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Scott L. Place

Section: Beijing 2008, Beijing News, Culture/History, Olympic History, Socio-Political, Featured Writers, Scott L. Place

A woman in London commented to the BBC that she felt, “bashed about a bit” as protesters attempted to disrupt the torch relay this weekend. The demonstrations in London also included several fire extinguisher wielding protestors. That’s a new tactic…

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Phinney the Phenom Powers into Olympic Cycling on an Important Day for His Dad

Posted April 6, 2008 at 09:00 AM by Scott L. Place

Section: Beijing 2008, Culture/History, Human Interest, Events, Cycling/BMX, Featured Writers, Scott L. Place

His father, Davis Phinney, was one of the most fearsome sprinters in the early days of American professional cycling. He was the first American to win a stage of the Tour de France in 1986, had more wins (328) than any other…

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Is Smog the Real Competitor in Olympic Road Cycling?

Posted April 4, 2008 at 03:00 PM by Scott L. Place

Section: Beijing 2008, Beijing News, Culture/History, Socio-Political, Events, Cycling/BMX, Featured Writers, Scott L. Place

Road cycling is a sport, like many, where the weather or outdoor conditions can dramatically change the competitive landscape. Rain, wind, humidity, snow and blazing heat are all weather events cycling fans have seen play out while watching races. Beijing may actually present a new external factor…

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