Dauphine Stage Six: Cooling Shower

On a long hard climb of the Dauphine, Thomas Voekler dumps a water bottle on the back of his neck in an effort to cool back down.  I have enjoyed Voekler ever since he held the Yellow Jersey for 10 days in the Tour de France, finally surrendering it to Lance Armstrong on the third day in the Ppyrennes.  The break away has lost some of its numbers, but still contains Voekler, Herrada and Wellens.  This is an original watercolor and ink postcard that can be yours by going to my artist website.  Just follow the direct link at the end of this post.

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Dauphine Stage Five: Tete de la Course

Tete de la Course, which literally translates to "head of the race" and is how the race TV coverage lets you know where you are in the race.  On mountain stages, the racers end up all over the course with break aways, the group containing the yellow jersey, or the contenders and the riders who are attacking or being dropped from one group or another.  It becomes difficult to understand who is where.  This is Wellens riding for Lotto, taking a drink and pushing on up the mountain.  This is an original watercolor and ink postcard that is available for purchase at my artist website.   Just follow the direct link at the end of this post.

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