September 1, 2006 – The Caboto Velo Club has secured the services of former pro cyclist Frankie Andreu to be this weekend’s race announcer at the Tour of Historical Amherstburg (Ontario Provincial Criterium Championships).

A quick bio of Frankie Andreu

Frankie Andreu is one of the most popular and well-respected names in American professional cycling. He retired from racing at the end of 2000 after a 12-year professional career. During his racing career he competed in the Tour de France nine times.

Frankie was captain of the 1999 and 2000 Tour de France winning United States Postal Service team that powered Lance Armstrong to victory. He was one of the team’s most selfless performers and most depended on workers. In addition, he competed in three Tours of Spain and one Giro d’ Italia. His racing experience not only encompassed Grand Tours, but also included high placed finishes in World Cup events, World Championships, Spring Classics, and two Olympic Games: 1988 placing 8th and 1996 placing fourth in Atlanta.

Frankie is also a gifted writer and his Tour de France commentaries have been published on many different websites. Frankie’s face can be seen on the Outdoor Life Network every July during coverage of the Tour de France.