King of Willunga tee-shirt competition

Attention all Sky fans! Fancy winning a signed King of Willunga tee-shirt from Rapha, signed by the team that Sky fielded in the Tour Down Under, including Richie Porte and Geraint Thomas?

4640-10Anyone who buys a King of Willunga (£30) or Crosswinds (£30) tee from the Rapha site will be entered into the draw*. But hurry, they announce the winner on their Facebook page on Tuesday, 18th February. (These tees are limited edition so if you like them, don’t wait around …)

Pssst – if you’ve already bought a shirt, you’re automatically in the draw! *Check the Rapha website for full details.

What’s up with Philippe Gilbert?

What’s up with Philippe Gilbert? The former world champion has been getting a lot of press lately – here’s what he has to say for himself …

G Gilbert with tache

Allan Peiper’s appointment as manager of the team after John Lelangue’s departure last summer is pleasing to the Belgian. [Cycling News; Feb 10]

Gilbert favours MSR over LBL this year [VeloNation; Feb 10]

“Je veux tout donner sur les Ardennes” He’s going to give it all in the Ardennes [sport.fr;Feb 10]

“When I’m not able to win anymore, I will stop.” He has thrown the gauntlet down at his own feet! [VeloNews; Jan 28]