Description
Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated – May 1996 (No. 145) – Laurent Jalabert Cover – Good Condition
This May 1996 issue of Winning Bicycle Racing Illustrated (No. 145) features Laurent Jalabert on the cover following his second consecutive Paris–Nice victory. The magazine captures the grit and grandeur of Europe’s spring classics, from the cobblestone battles of Paris–Roubaix to Tom Steels’ breakout win at Het Volk. Inside are exclusive interviews with Jim Ochowicz, one of the most influential figures in American cycling, and Bart Brentjens, the world cross-country champion. The issue also includes a full bike test of the Litespeed Natchez Titanium, training advice from Dr. Edmund R. Burke, and in-depth coverage of professional and masters racing.
The magazine is in good condition, showing light wear consistent with age. The exact item pictured is the one you will receive.
Please review all photos for detailed condition verification.
All magazines come in plastic protective coverings, and combined shipping is available upon request.
Contents
FEATURES
18 – “Hell” Is for Heroes — Among the most ancient and revered road races are northern Europe’s spring classics, where stories of pain, sacrifice, and triumph are born.
by Guy Caput and Christian Eclimont
38 – Belgian Mettle — Belgian cycling fortunes rose when Mapei–GB’s Tom Steels won Het Volk, earning the first major win of his career.
by Jeremy Whittle
48 – Unfinished Business — Top-ranked Laurent Jalabert claimed his second straight Paris–Nice win, though rivals Lance Armstrong and Chris Boardman kept the pressure high throughout.
by Jeremy Whittle
INTERVIEWS
28 – A Lifetime of Experience — Jim Ochowicz of Team Motorola reflects on his career shaping American cycling’s modern era.
by Rich Carlson
42 – The “Unknown” Champ — A closer look at Bart Brentjens, the Dutch world cross-country champion, and the person behind the title.
by Tracy L. Seip
COLUMNS
8 – Editor’s Corner — The Future Is Us
by Rich Carlson
57 – Keeping Fit — What’s Brewing?
by Edmund R. Burke, Ph.D.
BIKE TEST
60 – Cost Effective! — You don’t need to win the lottery to ride the Litespeed Natchez Titanium road bike.
by Rich Carlson
DEPARTMENTS
4 – Prologue
6 – Letters
10 – Sporting Scene
12 – Ask the Stars
35 – Photo Gallery
54 – Competition Review
58 – What’s in Store
63 – Masters Cycling
72 – Finish Lines
Condition Notes: Good condition with light surface and edge wear. Please refer to photos for full details.
Packaging: Shipped in a protective plastic sleeve.
Shipping: Combined shipping available upon request.