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The Biggest Cycling Races In History

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Mark Dziuban
Mark Dziuban

Throughout the following 200 years, many races and racers came and went leaving unbelievable stories and records to intrigue all for years to come. Here are just a few of the many unforgettable moments in cycling history.

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THE BIGGEST CYCLING RACES  I N H I S T O R Y   P R E S E N T E D B Y M A R K D Z I U B A N
Cycling History In 1817, Baron von Drais invented the first version of what is now called bicycles. After 50 years and various design changes, bicycles gained the recognition of freedom and fun to the people.  This led to the first mass-production of bicycles in 1868. On May 31st of that same year, cycling as a sport officially began. 
Race Origins The first race was a 1,312 yard race near Paris. Within a year, the 1st city- to-city race was held between Paris and Rouen. In the U.S., the 1st recorded race was held in Boston on May 24, 1878. By the 1890’s, a new form of racing emerged: a 6 day, 142 hour, round- the-clock race. While cycling became common in continental Europe, England’s deteriorated road conditions hindered the popularity of the sport. 
O V E R T H E L A S T 2 0 0 Y E A R S , M A N Y R A C E S A N D R A C E R S L E F T U N B E L I E V A B L E S T O R I E S A N D R E C O R D S T O I N T R I G U E A L L F O R Y E A R S T O C O M E . HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE MANY UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS IN CYCLING HISTORY.
In 1903, the Tour de France was created.  The 21- day-long quickly became one of the most popular and prestigious cycling races in the world. The race has been held 100+ times with distances ranging up to 2,200 miles. There have only been 4 cyclists to win the race a total of 5 times.  Biggest Races 4 Founded in 1909, the Giro d’Italy, or La Corsa Rosa, is a 21 day, 2,000+ mile long race. This race has the most engaged fans, as weather- related obstacles, such as freezing rain, seems to be no issue for the tour enthusiasts.  Dating back to the 1930s, the Tour de Suisse is the most famous bicycle race in Switzerland. This race is known as the place to prove you're ready for the Tour de France. There has been only 1 cyclist to win the race four times. 
Races Continued... The Criterium du Dauphine incorporates 8 stages over the course of 8 days. Benefiting from its location and time of the year, race organizers often feature a mountain stage route that is nearly identical to what the Tour de France will trace 1 month later.  While racers and races continue to evolve, the stories, moments, and successes of those dedicated to the ultimate physical challenges will remain cherished and revered. 
Thank You F O R   L I S T E N I N G P R E S E N T E D B Y M A R K D Z I U B A N

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  • 1. THE BIGGEST CYCLING RACES  I N H I S T O R Y   P R E S E N T E D B Y M A R K D Z I U B A N
  • 2. Cycling History In 1817, Baron von Drais invented the first version of what is now called bicycles. After 50 years and various design changes, bicycles gained the recognition of freedom and fun to the people.  This led to the first mass-production of bicycles in 1868. On May 31st of that same year, cycling as a sport officially began. 
  • 3. Race Origins The first race was a 1,312 yard race near Paris. Within a year, the 1st city- to-city race was held between Paris and Rouen. In the U.S., the 1st recorded race was held in Boston on May 24, 1878. By the 1890’s, a new form of racing emerged: a 6 day, 142 hour, round- the-clock race. While cycling became common in continental Europe, England’s deteriorated road conditions hindered the popularity of the sport. 
  • 4. O V E R T H E L A S T 2 0 0 Y E A R S , M A N Y R A C E S A N D R A C E R S L E F T U N B E L I E V A B L E S T O R I E S A N D R E C O R D S T O I N T R I G U E A L L F O R Y E A R S T O C O M E . HERE ARE JUST A FEW OF THE MANY UNFORGETTABLE MOMENTS IN CYCLING HISTORY.
  • 5. In 1903, the Tour de France was created.  The 21- day-long quickly became one of the most popular and prestigious cycling races in the world. The race has been held 100+ times with distances ranging up to 2,200 miles. There have only been 4 cyclists to win the race a total of 5 times.  Biggest Races 4 Founded in 1909, the Giro d’Italy, or La Corsa Rosa, is a 21 day, 2,000+ mile long race. This race has the most engaged fans, as weather- related obstacles, such as freezing rain, seems to be no issue for the tour enthusiasts.  Dating back to the 1930s, the Tour de Suisse is the most famous bicycle race in Switzerland. This race is known as the place to prove you're ready for the Tour de France. There has been only 1 cyclist to win the race four times. 
  • 6. Races Continued... The Criterium du Dauphine incorporates 8 stages over the course of 8 days. Benefiting from its location and time of the year, race organizers often feature a mountain stage route that is nearly identical to what the Tour de France will trace 1 month later.  While racers and races continue to evolve, the stories, moments, and successes of those dedicated to the ultimate physical challenges will remain cherished and revered. 
  • 7. Thank You F O R   L I S T E N I N G P R E S E N T E D B Y M A R K D Z I U B A N