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How one word changed so many lives
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You'd be surprised how much one featherweight bike racer can eat. Now multiply that by 15, and don't forget to add in the occasional guest or two. Above Lachlan Morton's father, David, attempts to divine the secret to Chrystel's coveted quiche. Having learned a thing or two, he and Mike Gavagan have gone on to hold their annual "Quiche-Off" contest at the Morton's home in Boulder, Colorado. This year's no-holds-bared contest of quiche contention can be viewed in the Thereabouts' video by clicking on the button below.
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Garmin 2012 Devo Team JerseyLachlan Morton Young GuadeloupeTom Scully
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Rob Bush Nat RR U23 USASteele Von Hoff
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Andzs Flaksis Nat Champ U23 LatviaAndrei Krasilnikau Nat Champ BelarusToms Skujins Rio Olympics LatvjiaMystery Lithuania Nat Champ RR |
Best Team Jersey GuadeloupeAndrei Krasilnikau Nat Champ BelarusMike Gavagan Mechanic's Apron |
Jim Anderson"The year we spent together was more than memorable, it was amazing. There is no other way to describe it."
Robin Carpenter"The 2012 season was my first exposure to European racing. Loved taking the quick train to Foix and climbing TDF climbs all day."
Andrei Krasilnikau"I can't imagine our year in France without "our family." They were our guides on and off the road. The perfect place for training or rest."
Lachlan Morton"What a fantastic place. I'd love to come back with the old Chipotle guys and do a camp or a ride weekend."
Tom Scully"I'm a long, long way from home. I guess that's why I've made a point of visiting my 'French Family' every season since 2012."
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Joshua BerryWe miss Joshua--really, like literally.
Andzs Flaksis"Gorgeous roads, great food and, most important, great friends have kept me coming back each year since 2012."
Adam Leibovitz"Though I was 7,000 kilometers from home, I felt 'at home.' …local wherewithal, cycling knowledge, breathtaking views."
Anders Newbury"My girlfriend and I are cycling France this year. Rest assured we'll include a mid-tour stay at Sunflower Cycling."
Rob Squire"Can't say I don't like ripping the moto, but to enjoy the French countryside and appreciate the surroundings, going slower with peddles is better."
Steele Von Hoff"My home away from home. I love visiting and following my old training routes. An incredibly beautiful and relaxing place."
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Rob Bush"The roads are as interesting and beautiful as any I've ridden. John knows them like the back of his hand."
Mike Gavagan"What great times we enjoyed with our 'French Family': the food, wine, fun and fellowship was something that made a tough year turn out fantastic."
Mike Midlarsky"The amazing landscape surrounding Sunflower Cycling is like nothing you can find anywhere else."
Alister Ratcliff"I'll never forget the generosity that we received--from teaching us how to grill duck to baking us apple pie, a slice of home."
Danny Summerhill"Wow, the memories…welcoming strangers and making them friends for life. You can ride 100 incredible miles and never be far from home."
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Honorary Garmin Guys |
Toms Skujins"Year-round riding on quiet roads with great scenery plus great hosts and spectacular quiche."
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Ben King"Conversation, food, atmosphere and beautiful roads--John and Chrystel's hospitality makes this the most relaxing and energizing stop between races."
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Carter Jones"Staying with John and Chrystel is home away from home--endless farm roads to explore on the bike."
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Lots of folks cross our path, but not just anybody earns the ranking of "Our Garmin Guests." You gotta work for it. And, so far, only these two have met the criteria. In truth, it's probably not worth the effort but then who are we to say?
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