Straight from the Saddle...Professional Cycling's Twitterati
As news media continues to evolve and individuals search for new ways to obtain the news, sometimes it is easier (but in some case not always better) to hear it straight from the source.
Currently featured cyclists and teams include:
Men - Lance Armstrong, Andy Schleck, Frank Schleck, Christian Vande Velde, David Zabriskie, Bradley Wiggins, George Hincapie, Cadel Evans, Carlos Sastre, Mark Renshaw, Rahsaan Bahati, Michael Rogers, Ivan Basso, Chris Horner, Taylor Phinney, Daryl Impey, Kurt Asle Arvesen, Thor Hushovd, Sergio Paulinho, Robbie McEwen, Ted King, Director Sportif, Johan Bruyneel, and announcer Phil Liggett.
Women - Alison Starnes, Amber Neben, Amber Pierce, Coryn Rivera, Erica Allar, Emilia Fahlin, Kacey Manderfield, Meredith Miller, Katharine Carroll, Katie Compton, Kristin Armstrong, Liz Hatch, Marianne Vos, Amber Halliday, Shelley Evans, Christine Vardaros, Nicola Cranmer, and Lisa Hunt.
Teams - BMC Racing, Cervelo Test Team, Omega Pharma-Lotto, Quick Step, Team HTC-Columbia, Team Garmin-Transitions, Team Sky, Team Radio Shack, Team Saxo Bank, Team Vera Bradley Foundation, Peanut Butter & Co. TWENTY12, and Team Type 1.
@lauren1717 QOTD "Sometimes you just gotta come to the dog house and howl." @tstarch71913 minutes ago from web
13hrs of sweat-drenched sleep hasn't shifted a fever that started on the plane over here. Really not feeling well today. Can't leave my bed.22 minutes ago from Twitter for Mac
we are racing at #etruschi and #besseges on saturday-cold in both places, but snow in Italy and clear skies in France41 minutes ago from TweetDeck
What about tactics... To pull the sprint 2,5km for Bjørgen, ofcourse she'll win! But 2nd is also good, Congrats #Kalla1 hour ago from Twitter for iPhone
The guys discussing the stage 2 team time trial route of #TourOfQatar. Wind, wind and more wind... http://t.co/lNdHU7Be2 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Joining @PitcherPartner in Melb for a corporate ride tomorrow - hope we don't run into @warne888 on Beach Rd!2 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
VÍDEO - #movistarteam 2012, Una Historia por Escribir. 8' con los mejores testimonios e imágenes del equipo. http://t.co/zgqFVb9r3 hours ago from TweetDeck
A cold day, 3 degrees and snow in the mountains here! Majorca @TeamSky http://t.co/0ieeVm9k3 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
I am in Mallorca with this when I could be in Palm Springs with @TeamTWENTY12. I think I made the wrong choice! http://t.co/QSZ1yWB03 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Snow and -11 in Antwerp. Makes me feel ok about sitting in bed eating soup. Putting body heat in the bank for my trip to Belgium tomorrow.3 hours ago from web
Start of season in. Couple of hours! -1degres and freezing strong winds here in Donoratico(italy).looks like will be in the gutter all day!4 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Most expensive diesel i have seen put in a car so far!! Almost 2€ a litre!! Happy its directeur Kasputis filling it up http://t.co/58FJVCk14 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Agreed! RT @PhilLiggett: It's over - now the sport and Lance can move on. I'm looking forward to 2012 and a g8 competitive season.4 hours ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
First Blackberry in a couple years...cant decide if they have gotten slower or the rest of the world has just sped up.. #upgradesneeded4 hours ago from TweetDeck
Without fail I spill something every morning in the kitchen, cinnamon, cocoa powder...4 hours ago from TweetDeck
It's over - now the sport and Lance can move on. I'm looking forward to 2012 and a g8 competitive season.4 hours ago from web
Happy Birthday Madeline VDV. Terrible 2's are officially over.4 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
our very own @filippo_fortin gets some prep time on the track at home in Italy @TeamType1 http://t.co/R5FrJxZ35 hours ago from TweetDeck
Repasa los encuentros digitales de ayer con @alejanvalverde: http://t.co/tK0Wv2nl Y con @jjrojillas: http://t.co/KVGoPGIo5 hours ago from TweetDeck
...locandina Donoratico gp Costa degli Etruschi! http://t.co/e0viNb0K5 hours ago from Twitter for iPad
Il numero sullo smanicato pesante...e' il numero 1 (prima volta da professionista)! BELLO! http://t.co/bsDjNTUh5 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
¡Muchas felicidades a Nairo Quintana! El joven colombiano llegará pronto a Mallorca tras instalarse en su nueva casa.5 hours ago from TweetDeck
..... @DominikNerz @neneito74 - Kristijan Koren - Maciej Paterski - Juraj Sagan --- Team director: Alberto Volpi5 hours ago from web
GP Costa degli Etruschi is going to start.Team lineup: @eliaviviani @AgostiniStefano @canutifederico @TizianoDalla @MorenoMoser ....5 hours ago from web
Woke up with this song in my mind! (btw, nice dress Ben!) http://t.co/yhQpNLJI5 hours ago from YouTube on iOS
No matter how buff the wearer, I categorically object to men in tank tops.6 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
“@brett_kirk: Love how unique we all are. When you find your bliss, cherish the moment.” love your eloquence @brett_kirk ;-)6 hours ago from Twitter for iPad
Maybe i can wrap my body up with @rocktape to keep warm! it does wonders for my injuries, so maybe...6 hours ago from TweetDeck
MINUS 13°C and taking off for GVA Lille - This is gonna be brutal with that paper-thin skinsuit.7 hours ago from TweetDeck
This is the Sydney sky we've been waiting for! Today's view from my balcony! It's -16 right now at home in Nth Italy! http://t.co/WktFhxxd7 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Looking forward to catching up with all the boys @Mattbrammeier85 @MarkCavendish Burnie Eisel,Lars Bak, Franky Rabon7 hours ago from Twitter for Mac
@AmyDombroski @MrKatieCompton @CrossVegas Wow, sweet words get around! One of these years you all have to come to my Oostmalle cookie party!7 hours ago from web
Blue sky's in Doha but still bloody windy! Looking forward to start racing tomorrow, Not often i start a race with number 1 on the back.7 hours ago from Twitter for Mac
Just passing the skyline in Doha.... Nice weather a bit windy... Looks like nasty week of speed and positionfighting http://t.co/MMD3U45n7 hours ago from Camera on iOS
Domitilla oggi e' il tuo giorno speciale... E' il tuo compleanno ... Nove anni... Tanti auguri alla mia primogenita ..7 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
Glad to have solid staff again here at Qatar with TJ Grove and @RonnieLenzi. Smooth operation with these guys. #usacwomen8 hours ago from Echofon
Hey Sydney! Want to meet Matt Goss tomorrow? Swing by @velosophybikes TOMORROW from 12-1.30PM. More details here: http://t.co/n7WOHB1r9 hours ago from web
It cracks me up to watch people try to parallel park in San Anselmo. Obviously they forgot everything in drivers' ed. #licensefromWalmart9 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Exercise IS medicine... bottom line concept. Well discussed @BJSM_BMJ #health9 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Good blog here by @BJSM_BMJ Updates from the frontlines of health promotion through physical activity http://t.co/PCJtQMeF9 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
#InCaseYouMissedIt: @PezCycling: Two Days With The BMC Racing Team: The Final Day (by @A_H_Jockanese). http://t.co/zXBixN7u10 hours ago from Seesmic twhirl
Refreshing #FF @carlamryan @MauraKinsella @StarlaTgreen @stacherchick @RuthWinder @cdimpel @arae_miller @MeganGuarnier10 hours ago from web
@k_armstrong @TaylerWiles @CorynTheG Little do they know I am conviscating the seats for TJ and I, due to team bonding reasoning.10 hours ago from Echofon
Awesome!!! @CorynTheG & @TaylerWiles will be super rested for camp after business class from #ladiestourofqatar10 hours ago from TweetDeck
@Sevenpelicans #airportninja @TaylerWiles @CorynTheG Perfect, no excuses on Day 1 of camp! "Just like that"10 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
In line at whole foods is not an appropriate place to let one go. don't look at me like I'm the rude one for chocking on your dead insides.10 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Did you know that today is National Carrot Cake Day! #myfavorite11 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
With 10yrs experience I still make these mistakes; overslept, rushed out door for 5hrs without b'fast! Accumulative fatigue&hunger = SUFFER!11 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
How fun is this?! RT @jeredgruber Going off the grid: The artist who creates pictures from street maps... http://t.co/fJAMQopq - YES!!!11 hours ago from web
Women's Tour of Qatar, full results up, Pictures will be up soon sorry http://t.co/mgJ8t8e111 hours ago from web
Thinking about my RAGBRAI teammate Drew Wall. Keep fighting my friend!12 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Well done to the gals in the desert. @_GreenEDGE_ victorious in first international race.12 hours ago from web
Last night, Backcountry pizza. Today, backcountry skiing. Hello hip flexors, hello fun!13 hours ago from web
It sure is! RT @MatthewKiel Just renewed my @usacycling road license for 2012... It's that time of the year13 hours ago from web
a rosy day for @OakleySports Beckon! @ExergyTWENTY12 Team Camp ramps up tomorrow. Cliff Ryan Stateside from Aus today. http://t.co/mdp8J2Gm14 hours ago from Echofon
@nicolacranmer love that song! It's funny because I'm listening to the Talking Heads...."Psycho Killer."15 hours ago from web
Sports Director Matt White previews Tour of Qatar and Tour of Oman here: http://t.co/Z0eoJYu515 hours ago from web
Relaxing in the desert - the calm before the storm of riders appear tomorrow! Listening to one hit wonder Echo Beach. http://t.co/zSK6X9l915 hours ago from Echofon
RT @vanderjeugd: Arrived in Doha. Dirk Demol, @popovych and Gregory Rast waiting for their Cocoonos... http://t.co/NlmpP1Qf15 hours ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
Thanks all for playing. MAINER @KPerham was the 1st & @baldzach is the random bonus winner. Check back soon for more @iamtedking free stuff.16 hours ago from TweetDeck
Who can guess the movie these sexy little things were in? Yeah baby! http://t.co/vwQ2T2oR16 hours ago from Instagram
A Roma nevicherà ma a Madrid fa un cazzo di freddo! #justlanded16 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Landed in Qatar. Pleasant flight. Not so for a gentleman sat near me. How is it possible to find things to moan about for 6hours solid?!16 hours ago from Twitter for Android
E’ ORA DI DORMIRE....BUONANOTTE AMICI DI TWITTER e FB. IB.... GIORNO SPECIALE DOMANI....IB16 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
It’s time to sleep...goodnight my Twitter and FB friends . IB16 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
Hard training todayTired but really happy:everything is going wellALLENAMENTO DURO OGGI. STANCO MA VERAMENTE FELICE: TUTTO PROCEDE BENE. IB16 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
Interesting post on the practice of medicine.. What Doctors Can Learn From Musicians http://t.co/6uJ9GIih16 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
When I see people that are worst drivers than me I develop a fear for everyone around.16 hours ago from Twitter for Android
All matter of frozen bike racing by @teamtype1 at #Besseges on Friday http://t.co/C3eeeFIH fresh French video here16 hours ago from TweetDeck
Oops! We did. Sorry, Ivan. RT @ivansantino: Eh! You forgot me!m$16 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
RT @NathanPeterHaas: yes, inspired by Le Mevel! However riding mt tops in the snow caused a few crashes #howes classic! http://t.co/fr6lCFmR16 hours ago from TweetDeck
I just unlocked the Level 5 "JetSetter" badge on @foursquare! Preettty much an expert. http://t.co/mVxZleqE17 hours ago from foursquare
#livingthedream (@ Doha International Airport (DOH) مطار الدوحة الدولي) http://t.co/J6fAyW5C17 hours ago from foursquare
RT @ClintonSparks: All I want to do is make people happy. Even if you hating on me makes you happy. I'm okay with it. Happiness is the goal.17 hours ago from Echofon
Ladies Tour of Qatar wrap-up via @youtube featuring GreenEDGE-AIS with @tiffanycromwell as your interviewer. http://t.co/pF2rHDv918 hours ago from web
Here we go again, another long ride in heavy rain... When I get home I'll look into relocating to a dryer climate, or stay & tough it out?18 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
Learned about the R&D, engineering and passion that goes into @iamspecialized women's products today. No surprise they are industry leaders.18 hours ago from Echofon
Celery root came in my veggie delivery today. Any suggestions on how to cook it?18 hours ago from web
One of the best blogs you'll ever read... Just Look At What You've Done: - http://t.co/K9iyo8kS18 hours ago from web
Working on a fun blog post that covers the whole cross season. Not very much reading involved. Stay tuned!18 hours ago from Twitter for Mac
BEE1 calze reATTIVA personalizzate per il team Liquigas Cannondale @Liquigas_Cdale http://t.co/2vat2VQx18 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
That awkward moment when people are singing happy birthday to you and you don't know where to look...18 hours ago from web
Siamo felici di dare il benvenuto nella Twitter community al nostro sponsor @SidiSport !19 hours ago from web
6 US women helped Shelley Olds post a pair of top-15 finishes at Tour of Qatar. More in next week's development wrap. http://t.co/w0gVpE4F19 hours ago from web
...and in related news, we're awarding the winner at random - NOT the first to reply. So keep the guesses coming.19 hours ago from TweetDeck
QUIZ: @TimmyDugganJGH and I found a roadside pile of stuff in Argentina. What recyclable shrine did we find? (Hint: www.iamtedking.com)19 hours ago from TweetDeck
@LeviLeipheimer I've been taking meditation classes for this very reason.19 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
Typical rules apply. Follow AND reply to both @iamtedking & @SpeedplayPedals. First correct answer wins rad stuff... Fo' free!19 hours ago from TweetDeck
I could crawl on hands and knees back to Texas right now for a Chuy's enchilada platter and margaritas. Dying. #thingsyoucannotgetineurope20 hours ago from web
Oooo a goodun on @livingsocial: $10 for $20 at http://t.co/ls2Agvv7 http://t.co/QEMn2Chw20 hours ago from Tweet Button
This cracked me up... the tire lever part is totaaaalllly relatable "Shit mountainbike girls say" http://t.co/3ZHzub2R20 hours ago from Twitter for Mac
1200km file in België door sneeuw. 1200km of traffic in Belgium due to snowfall. unreal for a country so small.20 hours ago from web
Nonostante le botte e le ammaccature oggi nell'ultima tappa del Tour of Qatar Giorgia Bronzini ha ruggito. Tappa... http://t.co/DFMbFe8T21 hours ago from Facebook
Il diario del Qatar di Daniel Oss by Tuttobiciweb.it http://t.co/A7hySDTK21 hours ago from Facebook
Thanks to my dirty car and Ian "yogie" stannards graffiti I am entertaining alot of people on the roads tonight.21 hours ago from Echofon
Thank you! We will do our best. RT @UCI_WorldTour: @opqscyclingteam Excellent work this year so far, keep up the good work!21 hours ago from Seesmic twhirl
Become a Lotto Belisol expert and win some nice things!! http://t.co/VqjJC25i21 hours ago from Facebook
@alpcycles @anneslam1 it's sunny and warm here. Maybe you need to come visit:-)21 hours ago from Twitter for iPhone
And now @ThomasRohregger is wearing a cap in the room. Sorry mate! http://t.co/B9I9mIbZ21 hours ago from Twitter for iPad
Comienza nuestro Trivia #movistarteam de Febrero con los maillots de @giovisco y @jjrojillas firmados en juego. http://t.co/ZfnENsuA21 hours ago from TweetDeck
Got in a nice offroad ride just before the heavy snow started to fall. Curious to see what the courses this weekend look like...23 hours ago from web
Juanjo Cobo pasa por los micrófonos de SER Deportivos Baleares antes de la #challenge2012. http://t.co/1RFFuYjk23 hours ago from TweetDeck
Photos from the third and final stage of the Ladies Tour of Qatar. http://t.co/9QtID76V23 hours ago from web
One week straight of wearing EXACTLY the right clothing for training. Never too hot, rarely too cold. I feel this is a good omen for 2012.24 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
12-man break reeled in, new group of 7 w/cusin birthdayboy @teamtype1 40sec #besseges24 hours ago from TweetDeck
Just heard the Diamante Hotel in Calpe where many of the pro teams stay in winter is closed after 3 tourists died of legionella. Crazy...24 hours ago from UberSocial for BlackBerry
But when there's a will, there's a way. http://t.co/5Lr94UX324 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
Very true ha ha "@billythom1: @RobbieHunter 90 minutes that you will never get back mate, but could be worse you could be Dolf Lundgren!!"24 hours ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
Back from epic 3 day hike in Smokies. New appreciation for bed, shower, and clean clothes.1 day ago from web
came back from our 1.5hr ride in Doha sandstorm lookin like beetlejuice. @allandavis27 @badencooke and I had our aussie tans sandblasted off1 day ago from TweetDeck
Gazzetta: C'è neve? Viviani va in Pista... http://t.co/MSdr9euq1 day ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
No olvidéis que hoy @alejanvalverde (17h, http://t.co/LPAmqGny) y @jjrojillas (19h, http://t.co/KVGoPGIo) responderán vuestras preguntas!1 day ago from TweetDeck
Last stage in Qatar today! Will be a fast one again with this wind! After that flying home. Home to a different world..........1 day ago from web
Check out the newest label in fitness apparel @KISHactive gorgeous bamboo fibre cycling undershirt at www.kish.com.au1 day ago from Twitter for iPhone
@TeamType1: Happy Birthday to @teamtype1 riders Remi Cusin (today) and Filippo Fortin (Feb 1) #besseges1 day ago from TweetDeck
Happy Birthday to @teamtype1 riders Remi Cusin (today) and Filippo Fortin (Feb 1)1 day ago from TweetDeck
La web-application "Ride with Ivan Basso" presto si rinnova !!! News coming soon!!!1 day ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
Defense of yellow begins in four hours. Judith Arndt leads Ladies Tour of Qatar by two seconds on the third and final day of racing.1 day ago from web
No early Friday knock off... quick feet up before gym sesh. http://t.co/UfekpJrv1 day ago from Twitter for iPhone
“@MarkBeretta: Best player in the Sydney Derby between Swans and Giants will win the Brett Kirk medal. Fitting tribute. #AFL” Completely!1 day ago from Twitter for iPhone
#Egypt Football riot,how can fans hate each other so much to kill ppl when the players don't even dislike each other most of the time.WTF?1 day ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
This would be better with "Rocky" music. What a workout! http://t.co/Jdd9Eks9 via @youtube1 day ago from Tweet Button
@kaitieantonneau what? I love Cheetos. I say fruit is a better idea.1 day ago from Twitter for iPad
'Women & Wheels' launches on @SBS @CyclingCentral this Sunday! Features @kaarlemcculloch w/ @saracarrigan. Tune in! @Ausport1 day ago from TweetDeck
The journey begins again, Qatar here we come & just in time.. Its minus nnnnniiiiinnnneeee... Just my jaw shivering!!1 day ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
Check out Team SpiderTech p/b C10's 2012 kit! Gorgeous photo taken in Aix-en-Provence. http://t.co/4ykuaJNx1 day ago from TweetDeck
GREAT, about to leave for 4hrs+race & it's still raining. I'll jump in an ICE bath first to acclimatise for Europe! http://t.co/mCqTmnry1 day ago from web
I was stoked to come home to a box waiting for me at my house! Thanks @ModifyWatches for the cool watches!!1 day ago from TweetDeck
Just switched from @Vredestein Fortezza TriComp to their DuoComp due to the non stop Sydney rain! #puncturefreerecord http://t.co/7K0TV5X22 days ago from web
Iljo Keisse, Teammate in First by a Point at 6-Days Copenhagen http://t.co/Jmjtt34H #OPQS2 days ago from Tweet Button
Power session in Gym complete, 2 bikes washed. 4hrs + club race to do. Radio announced it will rain 21 from the next 28 days. #Sydneyweather2 days ago from web
Behind the scenes with the BMC Racing Team: the making of the @TDWsport team photo. VIDEO: http://t.co/MQvN38J8 #procycling2 days ago from Seesmic twhirl
@oliviadill yes, I have blossomed! Just went for a run...without my leaves (aka in shorts and a singlet!). Unbelievable day!2 days ago from web
China's hard landing avoided? Several RBA rate cuts seen soon From http://t.co/3axlMxYv http://t.co/dni33wpg2 days ago from 23 Video
@muddles2001 I hope you are feeling like a beautiful and tasty artichoke throughout the day!2 days ago from Echofon
Hanging out side with my son . 70 degrees in february!!! http://t.co/YaPKtJrI2 days ago from Camera on iOS
De nuevo, @Movistar_Team2 en el top-3 América UCI en 2012, con derecho a invitaciones en las mejores carreras: http://t.co/OBVS4usn2 days ago from TweetDeck
Here is a video interview of Jurgen VDB at the press conference in Brussels:... http://t.co/ah2sTUuW2 days ago from Facebook
Chomping at the bit. Ready to get rolling with the team but camp doesn't start til Tuesday. What do I do?2 days ago from Twitter for iPhone
So Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow & it's 6 more wks of winter. I'll take 6 more weeks of THIS winter any day! #springtimeinMarin2 days ago from web
@alpcycles I think you are smarter than me. ;) Need to learn from you or listen to you next time.2 days ago from Echofon
Didn't snow for a month and second day I am back it snows! How does that happen? Good thing I got my Kurt kinetic trainer! @KineticTrainer2 days ago from Echofon
Every night: I'm gonna wake up early and get this and this and this done! - Every morning: Are you kidding me? *falls back asleep* #mylife2 days ago from Twitter for iPhone
Seeing 3hrs on the program for tomorrow and looking outside at a LOT of snow! Hmmmm #wishIwasbackinAUS!2 days ago from Twitter for BlackBerry®
Ayn Rand would have turned 107 today. Atlas Shrugged is a big inspiration at Saxo Bank so Happy Birthday Ayn! http://t.co/NwnJY6uB #7Values2 days ago from HootSuite
Mañana a las 19h tendremos también a @jjrojillas respondiendo a vuestras cuestiones en @MARCA. Envía tu pregunta aquí: http://t.co/KVGoPGIo2 days ago from TweetDeck
Mañana, a las 19h, tendremos también a @jjrojillas respondiendo a vuestras cuestiones en @MARCA. Envía tu pregunta aquí: is.gd/VesFkQ2 days ago from TweetDeck
Mañana, a las 19h, tendremos también a @jjrojillas responiendo a vuestras preguntas en @MARCA. Envía tu pregunta aquí: http://t.co/KVGoPGIo2 days ago from TweetDeck
Ridiculously awesome: THANK YOU to @converse for the new set of chuck taylor all stars!!! http://t.co/G8tJV9A62 days ago from Echofon
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