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Aug 2013
26m 8s

The Uphill Climb of Women's Pro Cycling

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Ever wonder why there isn't a women's Tour de France? Women competitive and pro cycling has long lagged behind men's pro cycling, but not for lack of athleticism. Caroling and Cristen discuss female cyclists' uphill fight for recognition. 
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