Garmin-Slipstream’s lead rider, Christian Vande Velde, had a hard crash in the Giro d’Italia. Speculation suggests he may not be in top form for winning the Tour de France. The Garmin-Slipstream team has alligned their roster with diverse talent capable of supporting Vande Velde, if he has what it takes, but also to capitalize on other opportunities for points and wins. Riders exceptionally talented in their own discipline: sprinting, climbing, time trials, etc.
1. Christian Vande Velde
2. David Millar
3. Bradley Wiggins
4. David Zabriskie
5. Tyler Farrar
6. Julian Dean
7. Dan Martin
8. Ryder Hesjedal
9. Danny Pate
Check out the Garmin-Slipstream site for more information on each rider.
Columbia-Highroad below…
I haven’t found much press on team Columbia- Highroad’s chances at winning this year’s Tour de France. There is no lack for talent and experience on their roster. Including team captain, Grorge Hincapie, who will be riding in his 14th Tour de France and road with Lance Armstrong in all 7 of Armstrong’s Tour de France wins.
1. George Hincapie
2. Mark Cavendish
3. Kim Kirchen
4. Bernhard Eisel
5. Marcus Burghardt
6. Tony Martin
7. Maxime Monfort
8. Mark Renshaw
9. Michael Rogers
Many other teams have confirmed their rosters for the 2009 Tour de France. Check out CyclingNews for other teams.
