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sports1 year ago•6 min saved

"Strade Bianche Men: Pogacar and Pidcock Lead the Charge in Cycling's Monument Race"

The 2024 men's Strade Bianche race is underway with Tadej Pogačar and Tom Pidcock headlining the event. The race features a challenging route with 15 gravel sectors, and the peloton is navigating through the Tuscan countryside. A breakaway group has formed, but the peloton, led by UAE Team Emirates for Pogačar, is keeping the leaders within reach. The weather conditions could potentially impact the race, with ominous clouds looming.

via Cyclingnews|

#cycling #gravel-roads #sports

environment1 year ago•10 min saved

"Debating the Future of Loudoun's Gravel Roads: Paving vs. Preservation"

In Loudoun County, Virginia, a debate rages over whether to preserve the area's 250 miles of gravel roads by putting them on the National Register of Historic Places, as a way to protect the rural landscape from suburban development. Supporters argue that the roads hold historical significance and contribute to the area's charm, while detractors view them as outdated and unsafe. The battle has intensified, with residents clashing over paving decisions, and preservationists fear that the unique rural character of the county is at risk as development continues to encroach.

via The Washington Post|

#community-debate #environment #gravel-roads