What happened to Slipstream?
 

I thought I read yesterday that Slipstream...I think that was the name...had made the field, but today I don't see them. Do they have a different name/sponsor or are they not going to be in the field?

DP

Edit...I just found the answer to my own question. Sorry for the new thread.

They are Team Garmin/Chipotle

http://www.slipstreamsports.com/

Garmin is now the primary sponsor.

Yeah, they changed from Slipstream-Chipotle to Garmin-Chipotle. It just doesn't have the same ring to it.

Is Team Columbia gonna be there?

Of course. They are in new kit, kind of baby blue with black shorts. similar to milram.

What happened to Team HighRoad-Slipstream?


:roflmao:

I didn't even know what Garmin was...now I see they have GPS - on the handlebars?

"draft for....1...kilometer....now, surge forward ftw......"

Better than Garmin-Slipstream-Chipotle

OR

Slipstream-Garmin-Chipotle

-D

Don't squeeze the Garmin!

Slipping & Streaming in Garmin's Chipotle?

exactly

You seem to spend a lot of your time in the dark, with your hand over your eyes. Can I interest you in a trip to another planet where life might be more intelligent? :lol:

Why is a raincoat manufacturer sponsoring a bike team?

Columbia makes a lot more than just raincoats. They have a whole line of "outdoor gear." Baselayers, fleece, outwear, etc. I have a few Columbia baselayers. I sometimes wear them when I ride.

I understand Columbia is gearing up (if they haven't already) to produce high end cycling clothing. Putting their name on a pro cycling team (riding in the most watched sporting event in Europe), is a shrewd marketing tactic, since they're trying to break into the European market.