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11-10.-2004, 05:33 AM
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el diablo
Does any one know the significance of the fans dressed in devil costumes during the Tour de France? Every year my Dad and I see at least 2 or 3 and we were wondering if there was some historical reason. Thanks!
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11-10.-2004, 09:03 AM
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Re: el diablo
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The guy you see the most with the white beard is a German. You see him in the Tour and other races usually near the top of the days major climb. He had a 100 on his pitch fork for the 100th anniversary of the Tour. He has been doing it for at least five years. I have seen an interview before and besides the devil costume he seems to be a normal guy.
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12-10.-2004, 08:42 AM
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Re: el diablo
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The original Devil is German, Didi Senft. He's been on the Tour for ages... Google his name to learn more. http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/hub/A791228 |
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14-10.-2004, 06:51 AM
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Re: el diablo
Thanks for your help!
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14-10.-2004, 06:58 AM
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Re: el diablo
chiappucci is the original el diablo....
absolute legend... i can just remember sestriere july 13..... |
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14-10.-2004, 08:08 AM
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Re: el diablo
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Yep....pretty decent ride, that.  |
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