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Prologue - Friday, May 26 Start at 17:30 CET, 11:30am ET Finish at ?

Stage 1 - Saturday, May 27 Start at 12:35 CET, 6:35am ET Finish at 18:29 CET, 12:29pm ET

Stage 2 - Sunday, May 28 Start at 13:35 CET, 7:35am ET Finish at 18:16 CET, 12:16pm ET

Stage 3 - Monday, May 29 Start at 11:55 CET, 5:55am ET Finish at 15:36 CET, 9:36am ET

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Profiles . From the 26th to the 29th of May the peloton travels to Norway for what is one of the most scenic races of the year. The Tour of Norway usually sees big figures and this year is no exception.

The race features only four stages, starting with a small prologue with a difficult summit finish, and including three hilly days which should make for a thrilling overall classification battle.

PREVIEW | Tour of Norway 2023

Only 7.4 kilometers in the opening prologue of the race, which takes place in Bergen, however a day that could be crucial for the overall classification. It's an unique type of day, which is rarely in the calendar anymore, as it's a hilly one. It finishes atop Mount Floyen such as the 2017 World Championships, it's a 3.5 kilometers at 8.7%.

PREVIEW | Tour of Norway 2023 Prologue

Stage 1 of the race is the longest and also a difficult one. It includes long climbs but they get shorter towards the end. Nevertheless it's a 4000-meter of climbing day, with a 3.7Km at 7.7% climb close to the finish which could see the race explode. If not, the hilltop finish in Hovden will one way or another provide ground for some differences towards the finish line.

PREVIEW | Tour of Norway 2023 stage 1

Stage 2 has a very difficult start with a 3.4-kilometer ascent at 9% at the bottom of a long ascent, and then the day features a few hilltops but is expected to see a more controlled finale. It will be an uphill one however, in Stavanger the gradients will rise almost to 10% towards the line, the final kilometer averages 5%.

PREVIEW | Tour of Norway 2023 stage 2

The final day of the race is an explosive one, difficult to control. The riders start and finish in Stavanger, the riders finish off with a three-lap circuit which includes two small climbs - 600 meters at 7.5% and 700 meters at 6.1%. It's a day that could end in a small group sprint, solo attack towards the end but could also see the GC fight erupt.

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2023 Tour of Norway (2.Pro), Norway

12th edition: may 26 - 29, 2023.

Tour of Norway podium history | 2022 edition Prologue | Stage 1 | Stage 2 | Stage 3

Monday, May 29: 3rd & final stage, Stavanger - Stavanger, 151.2 kilometers

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Alexander Kristoff takes the stage. Szymon Gruchalski photo

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Weather at the start/finish city of Stavanger at 1:55 PM, local time: 12C (54F), cloudy, with the wind from the northwest at 19 km/hr (12 mph). There is a 15% chance of rain.

The race: Stage three's neutralized start was at 11:55 AM. There were three non-starters: Georg Steinhauser (EF Education-EasyPost), Alexander Richardson & Jack Rootkin-Gray (both St. Piran). That left 109 starters. Late in the stage Shane Archbold (Bora-hansgrohe) abandoned.

Here's the report from second-place Tobias Lund Andresen's Team DSM:

Monday’s final day of racing at the Tour of Norway saw the peloton take on a 151 kilometre route, starting and finishing in the town of Stavanger. It was a fast start to the day with lots of attacks before a nine rider group eventually snapped the elastic and went clear. With all Team DSM riders in the peloton, focus remained on staying safe and saving energy for the finish circuit which included a short but punchy climb.

Working well as a group, the team stayed well positioned and kept fast finisher Tobias Lund Andresen safe ahead of the last lap, where the break was caught. On the climb, Lund Andresen managed to follow the best and things regrouped somewhat at the front, with the bunch charging towards a sprint finish in Stavanger. It was a fast and nervous finale but the young Dane navigated the twisting roads well and could sprint from a great spot. Giving his all to the line, he was just bested from Kristoff, taking another strong second place finish.

The Tour of Norway's final stage gets started.

With no major shakeups in the overall standings, Marco Brenner ended the race in tenth place on GC for the team – his first top ten in the overall classification, with Lorenzo Milesi not far behind in 13th – which was also his first top 15 in the GC standings as a pro.

Speaking after the stage Lund Andresen said: “Today there was a lot of panic in the peloton because of the snaking roads, so there could be echelons at any time. We were always together as a group and the guys kept me safe. On the laps it was crazy with all that road furniture, but the boys tried to stay as close to me as possible and keep me towards the front. I felt really good so I was joining the jumping on the climb in the last couple of laps and could was well positioned. In the sprint, Kristoff was just a little bit faster and it was a close second place for the second time in three days in the end.”

Alexander Kristoff (on left) wins the final stage

Complete results:

151.2 kilometers raced at an average speed of 45.523 km/hr

• GC winner: Ben Tulett (INEOS Grenadiers)
• Mountains classification winner: Joel Nicolau (Caja Rural-Seguros RGA)
• Points classification winner: Thibau Nys (Trek-Segafredo)
• Best young rider: Ben Tulett (INEOS Grenadiers)
• Teams classification winner: EF Education-EasyPost

409.5 kilometers raced at an average speed of 41.591 km/hr

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Sunday, May 28: Stage 2, Valle - Stavanger, 165.7 km

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Thibau Nys wins stage two. Photo: Szymon Gruchalski

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Weather at the finish city of Stavanger at 1:50 PM, local time: 12C (55F), partly cloudy, with the wind from the northwest at 26 km/hr (17 mph). There is just a 1% chance of rain.

The race: Here's the report from GC leader Ben Tulett's Team INEOS Grenadiers.

Ben Tulett extended his race lead at the Tour of Norway with third place in the uphill sprint on stage two.

The young Brit clawed back key ground in the final kilometres and timed his effort well on the ramp to the line in Stavanger, taking third place and four bonus seconds. Thibau Nys (Trek-Segafredo) won the stage to claim his first pro victory.

The result saw Tulett's overall lead extend out to a still slender five seconds over team-mate Magnus Sheffield. Sheffield hit out early in the sprint and placed eighth, to make sure of a Grenadiers 1-2 heading into Monday's finale.

Once again the team worked well to help control the race and breakaway at times, including over the snow-lined Knuttjørn pass.

Ben Tulett: "It was really tough to be honest. We had a fight on our hands from the beginning to control the breakaway and make sure we were happy with the situation.

"We had a really difficult mountain pass which was also quite cold, but beautiful. It was really nice to see that. Then obviously a super difficult final to this stage. I was actually out of position coming into the final couple of kilometres so I had work to do to get back into position. I’m really happy to come away with third place today. Another day done.

"Here there are no easy days. We have to be up for it and for sure we’re motivated to finish this off in a good way."

165.7 kilometers raced at an average speed of 38.453 km/hr

258.3 kilometers raced so far at an average speed of 39.590 km/hr

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Saturday, May 27: Stage 1, Jondal - Hovden, 206 85.2km

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Mike Teunissen just wins the weather-shortened first stage. Photo: Szymon Gruchalski

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Weather at the finish city of Hovden at 1:45 PM, local time: 8C (47F), cloudy, with the wind from the southwest at 16 km/hr (10 mph). There is a 16% chance of rain.

The race: Bad weather forced the race organizer to shorten the stage from the planned 206 kilometers to 82.5 km.

Due to adverse weather conditions with freezing temperatures and heavy rain, today’s Tour of Norway stage was shortened to 85 kilometres and instead started in Røldal. Climbing from the flag drop, it was an intense day in the saddle with several attacks and a strong pace set in the peloton; becoming more a race of attrition. No group was able to build up a substantial lead and heading onto the shorter but steeper second climb Lorenzo Milesi put in a strong attack which caused a reaction in the peloton, thinning out the group even more.

Well represented in the reduced peloton with five riders, Team DSM rode cohesively as a unit on the tough parcours and under grizzly weather conditions but the day seemed destined to come down to a reduced group sprint. On the slight descent before the kick up to the line the bunch was strung out through some wet and sharp corners, with Tobias Lund Andresen moving up well and following the wheels. Coming out and delivering a strong kick, he almost made it past everyone on the drag to the line with only one rider managing to hold off the fast-finishing Dane who took a very respectable second place on the stage.

“Today was super short and intense,” explained Lund Andresen. “We started straight into a long climb with attacks from the bottom and later there was a hard but controlled pace. After the first climb we came together and entered the steep one in a good place. Lorenzo went for a strong attack which put on a high pace, making a big split in the peloton with only a couple of fast guys left in the group, including myself. The finish was super hectic with wet sharp corners and in the end I had really good legs, but just not enough metres in the end to come around for the win.”

Stage 1 complete results:

85.2 kilometers raced at an average speed of 43.139 km/hr

92.6 kilometers raced so far at an average speed of 41.785 km/hr

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Stage 1 map

Stage 1 profile

Friday, May 26: Bergen Harbor - Mt. Fløyen 7.4 km prologue time trial.

Prologue map & profile

Ben Tulett on his way to winning the prologue. INEOS photo

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Weather at the the race city of Bergen at 2:35 PM, local time: 11C (51F), mostly cloudy, with the wind from the west at 14 km/hr (9mph). There is an 80% chance of rain.

The race: Here's the report from stage winner and GC leader Ben Tulett's Team INEOS Grenadiers

Ben Tulett got the Tour of Norway off to the best possible start with victory in the opening time trial prologue, leading home a Grenadiers 1-2 finish.

The Brit blitzed the final climb to take victory with a time of 14 minutes and 28 seconds, crossing the line just one second ahead of team-mate Magnus Sheffield.

That was enough to move him into the early race lead, with three more stages to race ahead of the finish on Monday.

Five Grenadiers placed inside the top 20 times on the day in what was a strong and consistent start to the race. Josh Tarling (17th), Connor Swift (19th), Leo Hayter (20th) and Luke Plapp (47th) rounded out the results on a good opening day.

Ben Tulett: "We knew it was going to make for a really hard time trial today. Of course it meant that the execution was really crucial. We came yesterday to look at the course and we identified pretty quickly that it was going to be really tough. We knew we were in for a fight today but I’m happy with my performance so far.

"It’s something different to do it on road bikes but quite fun. It looks like it’s going to be a hard week of racing.

"I didn’t really know [what to expect]. I just went out there and tried to do my best to see where I ended up. There are some really strong time trialists here like Magnus who are super strong. I knew I was in for a hard fight but we’ll see where I end up.

"We’re definitely motivated for this race and all excited and up for it."

7.4 kilometers raced at an average speed of 30.691 km/hr

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• Date: 22 August 2021
• Start time: 11:45
• Avg. speed winner: 45.745 km/h
• Race category: ME - Men Elite
• Distance: 156.5 km
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• Watch dance and music performances at the Bergen International Festival
• Attend other music festivals such as Codstock in the Lofoten islands

Good to know: Nordic Visitor itineraries aren’t set in stone. Our Norwegian experts know the country inside out and will tailor your itinerary to create a tour of Norway that suits you.

• Read about some of the incredible things you can do while visiting Norway
• Look up Hurtigruten cruises and the Norway in a Nutshell® tour for your May holiday to Norway

What are the best places to visit in Norway in May?

May is an ideal month to visit most parts of Norway and explore the top attractions.

Here are some of the best places to visit in Norway in May:

• Explore the capital Oslo and its many highlights and museums
• Head west to admire Norway’s fjords in May, such as Sognefjord and Geirangerfjord
• Visit charming Norwegian villages such as Flåm
• Stroll through the “Gateway to the Fjords”, Bergen , and the historic city of Trondheim
• Sail to the Arctic Circle to see the North Cape , Lofoten islands and Tromsø
• Hike up iconic landscapes like the Pulpit Rock , or see them from the water
• Fly north to visit the kingdom of polar bears, remote Svalbard
• Want to learn more about Norway? Read these 10 cool things about the country and find out about the best fjords to visit in Norway
• Discover Norway on one of these top-selling tours to see the best places in one incredible trip

What is the weather like in Norway in May?

It’s springtime in May, so Norway is transformed with pretty flowers and greenery. The days grow longer and longer and the weather is warming up. It is always colder further north, and wetter on the west coast. You might experience lovely warm days in Southern Norway in May.

What is the temperature in May?

As the country spans such a large distance, temperatures in Norway vary depending on location. The west coast is usually mild thanks to the Gulf Stream, while the north is still cold.

In Oslo and Bergen the average temperature is 11°C (52°F) in May. In Stavanger it is 8°C (47°F), in Tromsø it’s 5°C (41°F), and in Longyearbyen, the main town of Svalbard, it is -3°C (27°F).

Does it snow in Norway in May?

It is unlikely to snow during your tour of Norway in May, as winter has passed. If you’d like to experience snow, visit Northern Norway between December and March.

• Find out more about Norway’s climate with this weather guide
• Not sure when to go to Norway? Get all the details with this guide to the best times to visit

What are the driving conditions in Norway in May?

If you decide to take on a road trip in Norway , you won’t regret it! It’s an excellent way to experience the country at your own pace. In May, the weather and road conditions are usually ideal to take the wheel and you have plenty of daylight for the journey.

In general, the roads in Norway are of a high standard and are well-maintained. It’s also good to note that Norwegians drive on the right side of the road, like in North America. Rural roads generally have two lanes, but can be narrow and winding, particularly in mountainous areas.

Would you rather take in the view and let someone else do the driving? You could discover Norway on a small group tour or travel via trains and cruises .

What to pack for a trip to Norway in May?

It can get chilly in Norway in May, especially in the mountains or on the decks of cruise ships, so it’s a good idea to bring layers. That way, come rain or shine, you can enjoy the natural beauty of the country.

Here is a list of packing essentials for your Norway trip in May:

• Shorts and trousers
• Short and long sleeve shirts and at least one warm jumper or fleece
• Waterproof jacket
• Waterproof trousers
• Hat and gloves
• Comfortable walking or hiking shoes
• Sunglasses, sun hat and SPF lotion

An umbrella can also come in handy. If you’re cruising Norway in May, you might like to bring binoculars to get a closer look at coastal attractions. You might also want to bring an eye mask as the nights can be quite bright, due to the midnight sun.

What to wear in Norway in May?

In the Nordic countries, they have a saying: “There is no such thing as bad weather, just bad clothing”.

Look at the forecast before travelling and dress appropriately. Bring summer clothes for any warm days, but make sure to bring layers to adapt to the wind, rain or sunshine. If you go hiking or are out at sea, make sure you bring waterproof and windproof clothing.

What are the daylight hours in Norway in May?

In May the days are very long in Norway. In fact, if you visit the north in the last 2 weeks of May, you’ll get to experience the midnight sun phenomenon whereby the sun doesn’t set at all.

In the south, you’ll experience 16-18 hours of daylight in May. In the north, expect between 19-24 hours of daylight.

There is a difference in daylight hours between the beginning and end of the month. In early May, the sun rises at 5:15 AM and sets at 9:15 PM in Oslo. In Tromsø, the sunrise is at 3:20 AM and sunset at 10:10 PM.

By the end of the month, the sun rises at 4:05 AM in Oslo and sets by 10:25 PM. In Tromsø, the sun doesn’t set.

Can I see the northern lights in Norway in May?

It is unlikely you’ll see the northern lights during your stay in Norway in May, as the nights are short and don’t get very dark.

If you’re keen to see the northern lights in Norway, you should plan your trip for the winter, between October and March. The long nights mean dark skies, which make it easier to see the colourful solar activity.

Head to Northern Norway with an aurora borealis tour in Tromsø or Kirkenes to chase the northern lights.

• Discover northern lights packages to Norway
• For your best chance of seeing the auroras and capturing them, read this northern lights guide to Norway

How to tour Norway in May?

Though many of Norway's top natural attractions can be visited in under a week from Oslo, May is a wonderful time to slow down the pace. Venture further into the Norwegian countryside – either on your own or with tour guides.

Travel independently around Norway To travel at your own pace while soaking up all the fantastic views, you could explore Norway by train or cruise .

Your exciting rail adventure will take you through the mountains to cities like Bergen or Trondheim. If you want to embark on one of the most scenic rail journeys in the world – Norway in a Nutshell® – May is a great month to do it.

Spring is also a good time to cruise Norway’s fjords and seas. Opt for a Havila or Hurtigruten journey to sail along the rugged west coast with one of the country’s best cruise lines. You can add shore excursions to places like charming Ålesund and the Lofoten islands.

A road trip in Norway May is an ideal month for those who would like to take the wheel for a tour of Norway. Drive from Southern Norway to the western fjords at a relaxed pace. Experience incredible roads like the steep, twisting Trollstigen or the dramatic Atlantic Ocean Road.

At this time of year, the road conditions are excellent for touring, and you have decent daylight hours to drive and explore.

• Learn more about driving in Norway and discover the best road trips to take at your own pace
• Love the sound of a self-drive adventure? Find out more about Norway self-drive tours

A small group tour of Norway In May, you can choose from a range of guided small group tours to see the wonders of Norway. You could even discover other Scandinavian countries along the way.

These guided tours offer an enriching experience, allowing you to get the most out of your trip thanks to the expertise of a local guide. What’s more, you’ll be travelling alongside 15 people at most, so the trip is still personal for you.

Partially guided tours in Norway A partially guided tour is a great way to combine solo travel with guided excursions. In May, you could head north to discover Svalbard. Explore the largest settlement, Longyearbyen, by yourself and join fun activities every day such as boat and husky safaris.

Good to know: Whichever of these travel styles you choose, you’ll get all the signature Nordic Visitor benefits. These include access to our 24/7 helpline, a detailed personal itinerary, helpful travel guide and daily breakfast.

Your Nordic Visitor travel consultant will book all your accommodation, and you can add extra nights and activities to your itinerary too.

• Find out more about visiting Norway earlier, in February , March or April
• Or visit Norway later, in June , July or August

As a Northern European tour operator, Nordic Visitor specialises in organising trips to this beautiful corner of the world. We have many more ideas and travel tips to help you explore the region your way!

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TV2 and Tour of Norway continues the partnership until 2024

Tour of norway and tv2 has made a three-year agreement, which makes it possible for tv2 viewers to watch the world’s best cyclist fighting against each other in the most beautiful scenery in the world..

Tour of Norway and TV2 has extended the agreement of the rights to show Tour of Norway. The best cycling teams in the world come to Norway from May 24 th – 29 th . The race will be shown live on TV2´s main channel, and will be accessible for the Norwegian population.

TV2 is the cycling channel of Norway. Through amazing live coverage and great commentators, TV2 has been a main partner to show that Tour of Norway isn’t just about cycling, but also is an event that shows the beautiful Norwegian nature and attractions as well as the spirit of the Norwegian spectators. TV2 has been a big part of making cycling a popular sport in Norway. TV2 has shown all editions of Tour of Norway since 2011 and has been a big part of the development of the race.

This year’s edition of Tour of Norway starts in Bergen and ends in Stavanger. Along the way, the riders will drive through several Norwegian cities including Voss, Geilo, Kristiansand and Sandnes. This year’s queen stage is stage 3, where the riders start in Gol and finish in Stavsro after climbing 12 kilometers to the top of Gaustatoppen.

Racedirector, Roy Hegreberg, is very excited about the extended agreement, which is essential for Norwegian cycling: “We look forward to continue our strong partnership with TV2. The three-year extension makes it possible for us to focus on developing the race and our relation to our partners. An important thing for Tour of Norway is to show the sport of cycling to the Norwegian people, which this agreement makes it possible for us to do. Through Tour of Norway, we hope to inspire kids, teenagers and adults to use their bike for transport, training, races or other unforgettable experiences”

TV2´s partnership with Tour of Norway is an expression of TV2´s engagement in Norwegian sports. The Sports Manager of TV2 is very excited about the extension: “Tour of Norway is one of the most important and greatest races in Norwegian cycling. The race is still developing on both the sports- and spectator part, and we are proud to be able to show the race in the years to come. This year’s edition is the most spectacular yet. The peloton will be the strongest in the history of the race with 10 out of 18 teams been WorldTour teams. Furthemore, the races come through some of the most beautiful nature in Norway, which will make a spectacular TV-production that will make an impression both nationally and internationally”

Stages 2022: 

May 24th – Stage 1: Bergen – Voss, 175 km.

May 25th – Stage 2: Ulvik – Geilo, 123,8 km.

May 26th – Stage 3: Gol – Stavsro/Gaustatoppen, 175,7 km.

May 27th – Stage 4: Hovden – Kristiansand, 233,5 km.

May 28th – Stage 5: Flekkefjord – Sandnes, 181,7 km.

May 29th – Stage 6: Stavanger – Stavanger, 150 km.

Tour of Norway 2022 consist of 6 stages. There will be 19 teams on the start line. Last years edition of the race was won by the British rider, Ethan Hayter, from Ineos Grenadiers.

Tour of Norway: Ben Tulett wins prologue to capture first leader's jersey

Sheffield and Valter round off podium on uphill finish to Mount Fløyen

Ben Tulett (Ineos Grenadiers) won the uphill prologue to Mount Fløyen and took the first leader’s jersey of the Tour of Norway. His time of 14:28 was one second better than Ineos teammate Magnus Sheffield, who took second.

The Ineos duo completed rides among the first half of the 113-rider field, and only Hungarian road race national champion Attila Valter (Jumbo-Visma) made a significant move on the stiff uphill climb during the second half of the contest. He took third place, 20 seconds back from Tulett.

It was the second career victory for Tulett, who won stage 3 over a year ago at  Settimana Internazionale Coppi e Bartali  as a 20-year-old. “Yeah, really hard” is how he described the effort.

“We knew it was going to make for a really hard time trial today, so it meant that the execution had to be really crucial. We came yesterday to look at the course, and we identified pretty quickly that it was going to be really tough. I am happy with my performance, so far,” Tulett said. “Yeah, we rode on road bikes, but it was quite fun. It looks like it’s going to be a hard week of racing.”

The opening 7.4km time trial began in Bergen with a flat stretch, using the city streets of Bryggen to Sandvikstorget and back to Bryggen before taking the urban switchbacks that led to the final 3.5km ascent of Mount Fløyen, with an average gradient of 8.8%.

The first rider to start was Simen Evertsen-Hegreberg (Team Norway) at 17:30. His mark of 15:50 set the stage and it wasn’t long until Alexander Kamp (Tudor Pro Cycling) took over in the hot seat with a time of 15:00.

Rune Herregodts (Intermarché-Circus-Wanty) was the first rider to go under 15 minutes, one second faster than Kamp, and he was bumped out of the top spot by Norwegian Ådne Holter (Uno-X Pro Cycling), who posted 14:55.

Sheffield blistered the climbing section in nine-and-a-half minutes and crested the top of the climb with a new best time of 14:29. The 21-year-old North American held the lead as 18 more contenders completed their rides, including Thibau Nys (Trek-Segafredo), who was one of the few to go under the 15-minute mark by two seconds, putting him in the top five.

Sheffield was displaced when Ineos teammate Tulett eclipsed his mark by just one second, giving the Ineos pair the top two positions with the second half of the field to take the course. Holter held on to his podium spot as well.

2019 champion Alexander Kristoff (Uno-X Pro Cycling) generated applause from the Norwegian crowds, but lost over a minute and a half to Tulett by the time he completed the course. Two riders behind the Norwegian, Mathias Vacek (Trek-Segafredo) had a solid ride of 14:56, putting him in the top five just ahead of teammate Nys.

Second-to-last rider on the course was Josh Tarling (Ineos Grenadiers), the 2022 junior time trial world champion, and the young Welshman scored a time of 15:08. 

The final rider on the course, Valter, was in and out of the saddle on the climb, stopping the clock for good in the prologue and was able to secure a podium spot, knocking Holter to fourth place.

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Jackie has been involved in professional sports for more than 30 years in news reporting, sports marketing and public relations. She founded Peloton Sports in 1998, a sports marketing and public relations agency, which managed projects for Tour de Georgia, Larry H. Miller Tour of Utah and USA Cycling. She also founded Bike Alpharetta Inc, a Georgia non-profit to promote safe cycling. She is proud to have worked in professional baseball for six years - from selling advertising to pulling the tarp for several minor league teams. She has climbed l'Alpe d'Huez three times (not fast). Her favorite road and gravel rides are around horse farms in north Georgia (USA) and around lavender fields in Provence (France), and some mtb rides in Park City, Utah (USA).

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