SRAMparazzi update

"Paris Stakeout." Day 13

Well we've not yet captured Ms. Hilton on film anywhere here in the South of France. The biggest fish thus far was that Belgian, Johann M., a few days ago who apparently was famous for lifting a fairly small square stone above his head every April for a few of years in the Northern part of France.

Markus and Gaetan yelled after this guy pictured below. First he ran (they all do) but we got him - and riding SRAM Force too! He looks familiar...maybe famous. Well better safe than sorry is what DZ & Dirk told us. Wait, I know who this guy is: he's the chap who's hand all the podium winners in the Tour have to shake first, right after the get their kisses and flowers...maybe he lifted an April Pave-ment over his head once too. Who knows?

Juan Jose Cobo pics

JJ Cobo really impressed us yesterday, so here are some pics from his "Mas Fuerte" workout of the SRAM Force TT gruppo aboard his Scott Plasma

old school style...

overtaking Beltran...

you can see how focused he and Iban Mayo are here before their late afternoon start times...

This morning he was all recharged and feeling strong for the day ahead. It's SD's house here in the Pyrenees and JJ's on his commute up to the office at Plateau de Beille...

Rober loves the Sram cups

...or the coffee that's in there. Bikes are prepared, the riders ready to go, so there is time for SD's mechanic Rober for a short break before the crew rushes to the finish line.

Mr Super Fan

At the same time every year, Jean-Claude jumps in his camper van to follow every single stage of the Tour de France. For the last 10 years, Jean-Claude and his wife have kept track of the Grande Boucle.

One of his favorite teams is without doubt Team Saunier Duval. Wearing a Team T-shirt and having transformed the inside of his van into the color of the Spanish Team, he is the ultimate fan.

So if you happen to be on the Village départ or at the finish of the Tour de France, look out for Jean-Claude and his SRAM cap. If you cannot make it to the Tour, watch out on TV he may be in front of the camera.

Keep you are eyes open….

Our frog flag is on the way to Australia

Shannon from "Melbourne, Oz" was so kind to save our frog from losing it's legs... She and her father are following the whole tour. Thanks again and safe travels back. Please say Hi to SRAM's thunda-from-downunda, Rob "the beaver" Eva!

your Srammies

Saunier Duval wrenching tip

Any good mechanic has singular tricks and secrets to prepare the ultimate racing bike. At Saunier Duval they have something extra special. Either in the tool box or on the head the SRAM cap gives them the added advantage… 

Meilleur grimpeur!

Today, the Pyrénnées and still no clear contender for the Polka dot jersey. Wherever you are and wherever you look there seems to be a polka dot jersey around. All very confusing… don’t you think?

Let’s wait after the weekend to find out!