August 23, 2005

Bravo Ventoso

Congratulations to Francisco Ventoso and the entire Saunier Duval-Prodir team on the awesome performance and win at the Wachovia U.S. Pro Championships. In 5.5 hours, Francisco, riding his 895 gram (1.97lb) Scott CR1 Frame (which incidentally is the lightest frame on the planet: http://www.weightweenies.starbike.com) took the sprint finish for his first major championship win. Under overcast skies and with record crowds, the 20th annual event was a wonderful boost to the upstart Scott USA bicycle company and provided a great opportunity to showcase their flagship CR1 carbon bike. With the stroke of a Prodir pen, the Liberty Bell rang for the 22 year old Italian. Francisco…Welcome to America.