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  • Scott took the trouble of depicting different scenes on the inner and outer legs of Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Addict fork.

    Scott took the trouble of depicting different scenes on the inner and outer legs of Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Addict fork.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Lampre-Farnese Vini saddle supplier Selle San Marco topped off Alessandro Petacchi's bike with a similarly colored Regale saddle.

    Lampre-Farnese Vini saddle supplier Selle San Marco topped off Alessandro Petacchi's bike with a similarly colored Regale saddle.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Shimano Dura-Ace brakes are fitted with the company's latest carbon-specific blocks.

    Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Shimano Dura-Ace brakes are fitted with the company's latest carbon-specific blocks.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Scott Addict frame uses press-fit bottom bracket cups.

    Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Scott Addict frame uses press-fit bottom bracket cups.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Multi-sided tubing is featured on Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) new Colnago C59.

    Multi-sided tubing is featured on Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) new Colnago C59.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Colnago-CSF Inox sprinter Sacha Modolo's nickname is 'cannibal' and this is apparently one artist's rendering.

    Colnago-CSF Inox sprinter Sacha Modolo's nickname is 'cannibal' and this is apparently one artist's rendering.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Slender seat stays are used on the rear end of Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) custom painted Colnago C59.

    Slender seat stays are used on the rear end of Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) custom painted Colnago C59.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Yes, Campagnolo pedals are apparently alive and well, appearing on not only Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) bike but those of his teammates, too.

    Yes, Campagnolo pedals are apparently alive and well, appearing on not only Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) bike but those of his teammates, too.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Internal cable routing is features on Sacha Modolo's new Colnago C59 - and we're guessing the entry point is removable for use with Shimano's Dura-Ace Di2 wires, too.

    Internal cable routing is features on Sacha Modolo's new Colnago C59 - and we're guessing the entry point is removable for use with Shimano's Dura-Ace Di2 wires, too.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Colnago provided sprinter Sacha Modolo (Colnago-CSF Inox) with this custom painted - and all-new - Colnago C59.

    Colnago provided sprinter Sacha Modolo (Colnago-CSF Inox) with this custom painted - and all-new - Colnago C59.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Up front on Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) new Colnago C59 is a beefy-looking carbon fork with a tapered steerer.

    Up front on Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) new Colnago C59 is a beefy-looking carbon fork with a tapered steerer.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The aluminum dropouts on Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) Colnago C59 are slightly hollowed out to save a few grams.

    The aluminum dropouts on Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) Colnago C59 are slightly hollowed out to save a few grams.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The chain watcher on Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Scott Addict not only help keep the chain in place but also secure one section of the wiring harness to the frame.

    The chain watcher on Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Scott Addict not only help keep the chain in place but also secure one section of the wiring harness to the frame.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • A small hole just behind the head tube on Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Scott Addict provides a handy entry point for the Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 wire.

    A small hole just behind the head tube on Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Scott Addict provides a handy entry point for the Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 wire.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The rest of Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Scott Addict features a jungle-inspired paint scheme.

    The rest of Andre Greipel's (Columbia-HTC) Scott Addict features a jungle-inspired paint scheme.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Wilier provided Italian sprinter Alessandro Petacchi (Lampre-Farnese Vini) with this boldly finished Cento 1 Superleggera.

    Wilier provided Italian sprinter Alessandro Petacchi (Lampre-Farnese Vini) with this boldly finished Cento 1 Superleggera.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The distinctive carbon weave is a nice touch on Alessandro Petacchi's (Lampre-Farnese Vini) Wilier Cento 1 Superleggera.

    The distinctive carbon weave is a nice touch on Alessandro Petacchi's (Lampre-Farnese Vini) Wilier Cento 1 Superleggera.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • It's certainly easy to pick this bike out of the crowd.

    It's certainly easy to pick this bike out of the crowd.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Andre Greipel (Columbia-HTC) is using this custom painted Scott Addict in this year's Giro d'Italia.

    Andre Greipel (Columbia-HTC) is using this custom painted Scott Addict in this year's Giro d'Italia.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Like teammate Mark Cavendish, Andrew Greipel (Columbia-HTC) prefers the extra stiffness of PRO's Vibe Track stem.

    Like teammate Mark Cavendish, Andrew Greipel (Columbia-HTC) prefers the extra stiffness of PRO's Vibe Track stem.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Andre Greipel (Columbia-HTC) apparently feels the need for more stiffness in the rear wheel judging by the tied-and-soldered non-driveside spokes.

    Andre Greipel (Columbia-HTC) apparently feels the need for more stiffness in the rear wheel judging by the tied-and-soldered non-driveside spokes.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Andre Greipel (Columbia-HTC) will have another shot at victory in Stage 3.

    Andre Greipel (Columbia-HTC) will have another shot at victory in Stage 3.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • He looks friendly, eh?

    He looks friendly, eh?

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Andre Greipel (Columbia-HTC) didn't manage the win today but his bike still looks good.

    Andre Greipel (Columbia-HTC) didn't manage the win today but his bike still looks good.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) Colnago C59 chain stays are much more rectangular than the company's other frames.

    Sacha Modolo's (Colnago-CSF Inox) Colnago C59 chain stays are much more rectangular than the company's other frames.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Easton contributes custom painted wheels to Cadel Evans' (BMC) rainbow-themed ride.

    Easton contributes custom painted wheels to Cadel Evans' (BMC) rainbow-themed ride.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • BMC provided Cadel Evans with a specially painted machine to celebrate his status as current UCI world road champion.

    BMC provided Cadel Evans with a specially painted machine to celebrate his status as current UCI world road champion.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) SRM PowerControl 7 cleanly attaches to his FSA Plasma integrated bars using the dedicated mount.

    Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) SRM PowerControl 7 cleanly attaches to his FSA Plasma integrated bars using the dedicated mount.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Androni Giocattoli-Diquigiovanni captain Michele Scarponi used an Ambrosio carbon front wheel wrapped in Kenda's new Volare tubular tire.

    Androni Giocattoli-Diquigiovanni captain Michele Scarponi used an Ambrosio carbon front wheel wrapped in Kenda's new Volare tubular tire.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • A bike for just one Grand Tour? Yes, apparently so.

    A bike for just one Grand Tour? Yes, apparently so.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Selle Italia provides Androni Giocattoli-Diquigiovanni captain Michele Scarponi with this custom saddle.

    Selle Italia provides Androni Giocattoli-Diquigiovanni captain Michele Scarponi with this custom saddle.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Guerciotti provided Androni Giocattoli-Diquigiovanni captain Michele Scarponi with this black-and-gold machine for this year's Giro d'Italia.

    Guerciotti provided Androni Giocattoli-Diquigiovanni captain Michele Scarponi with this black-and-gold machine for this year's Giro d'Italia.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The tapered carbon fork on Michele Scarponi's (Androni Giocattoli-Diquigiovanni) Guerciotta wears little more than giant company logos.

    The tapered carbon fork on Michele Scarponi's (Androni Giocattoli-Diquigiovanni) Guerciotta wears little more than giant company logos.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Main team sponsors are listed right up top on Stefano Garzelli's Bottechia.

    Main team sponsors are listed right up top on Stefano Garzelli's Bottechia.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Stefano Garzelli's (Acqua & Sapone) special Bottechia definitely stands out against the standard team paint job.

    Stefano Garzelli's (Acqua & Sapone) special Bottechia definitely stands out against the standard team paint job.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Bottechia provided Stefano Garzelli (Acqua & Sapone) with this bike to use just for the Giro d'Italia.

    Bottechia provided Stefano Garzelli (Acqua & Sapone) with this bike to use just for the Giro d'Italia.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Stefano Garzelli's (Acqua & Sapone) handlebar tape perfectly matched his custom painted Bottechia.

    Stefano Garzelli's (Acqua & Sapone) handlebar tape perfectly matched his custom painted Bottechia.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Vino (Astana) set off from Amsterdam today using an SRM power meter and Specialized chainrings.

    Vino (Astana) set off from Amsterdam today using an SRM power meter and Specialized chainrings.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • A golden sun and soaring Steppe Eagle fly on the fork crown of Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3.

    A golden sun and soaring Steppe Eagle fly on the fork crown of Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • The gold eagle on the front of Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) bike looks ready to pick up its next meal.

    The gold eagle on the front of Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) bike looks ready to pick up its next meal.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Cadel Evans' (BMC) custom painted BMC Team Machine SLR01 is tucked safely away before the start of Stage 2.

    Cadel Evans' (BMC) custom painted BMC Team Machine SLR01 is tucked safely away before the start of Stage 2.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Cadel Evans' (BMC) Team Machine SLR01 is awash in white up front.

    Cadel Evans' (BMC) Team Machine SLR01 is awash in white up front.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • BMC team mechanics had to use Campagnolo's BB30 adapter cups to fit the cranks into Cadel Evans' Team Machine SLR01.

    BMC team mechanics had to use Campagnolo's BB30 adapter cups to fit the cranks into Cadel Evans' Team Machine SLR01.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Alexandre Vinokourov (Astana) paired his rear Zipp 404 with this shallow-section Zipp 202.

    Alexandre Vinokourov (Astana) paired his rear Zipp 404 with this shallow-section Zipp 202.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Alexandre Vinokourov (Astana) may be racing in Italy at the moment but perhaps these colors make him feel a little more at home.

    Alexandre Vinokourov (Astana) may be racing in Italy at the moment but perhaps these colors make him feel a little more at home.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Veloflex Carbon tubulars are wrapped around Zipp 404 carbon rims on Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) Specialized rig.

    Veloflex Carbon tubulars are wrapped around Zipp 404 carbon rims on Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) Specialized rig.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Like him or not, Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3 is a stunning machine.

    Like him or not, Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3 is a stunning machine.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Just in case there was any question.

    Just in case there was any question.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Blue carbon-specific blocks are mounted in Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) SRAM Red brake calipers.

    Blue carbon-specific blocks are mounted in Alexandre Vinokourov's (Astana) SRAM Red brake calipers.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Alexandre Vinokourov (Astana) returned to the Grand Tour stage aboard this custom painted Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3.

    Alexandre Vinokourov (Astana) returned to the Grand Tour stage aboard this custom painted Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL3.

    Photo credit © James Huang

  • Fulcrum Wheels matched up these Racing Speed XLR deep-section tubulars to go along with Alessandro Petacchi's (Lampre-Farnese Vini) special Giro d'Italia machine.

    Fulcrum Wheels matched up these Racing Speed XLR deep-section tubulars to go along with Alessandro Petacchi's (Lampre-Farnese Vini) special Giro d'Italia machine.

    Photo credit © James Huang