Cycling Stories

Lance Armstrong Returns Olympic Bronze Medal
One year after being stripped of his Tour de France titles, the disgraced cyclist sent in another prize. His tweet >>
Tour De France Chief Blasts Politician's 'Timing' For Requesting Women's Race
Christian Prudhomme said a British politician should have waited for a different time to talk about the women's Tour de France. Why she made her request >>
Lance Armstrong On Doping: 'I Didn't Invent It'
The cyclist is participating in a ride across Iowa and stopped to discuss doping with the local newspaper. More of what he said >>
Women Cyclists Want Event In Tour De France
A petition on Change.org has more than 5,000 signatures supporting a new division in the historic race. See their argument>>
The Man Who Did 30 Ironmans -- In One Year!
Discover how one guy set an amazing world record. 'The Iron Cowboy' >>
The 3 Best Moves To Prevent Back Pain
When done together, these simple abs exercises will strengthen your core and save your back. See how it's done >>
British Cycling Squad Reveals Secret Weapon
New technology will heat the riders' muscles and keep them fresh for their races. Kept under wraps for 18 months >>
'Road To Valor' -- The Story Of Gino Bartali, Italian Cycling Icon And WWII Hero
Gino Bartali was a chain-smoking cycling superstar at a time when cycling was the most popular summer sport in Europe. Book excerpt >>
German Cyclist's Crazy Thighs Win Gold In 'Quad-Off'
Two German cyclists had a "quad-off," and Forstemann came away with the easy victory. Check out the photo >>
Stray Dog's Amazing Journey Alongside Cyclists
A 20-day ride through China covers 1,000 miles and winds through mountains. Watch video >>

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For one game, our intrepid reporter gets to share the big stage with LeBron James and Dwyane Wade -- sort of. >>