When this French team was confronted with a drugscandal in 2004, the results showed deep scars. Many riders were made to leave the team, some replacements were found. This year the team is on the rebound. A host of new riders were signed, but unfortunately a few good cyclists left as well.


But Cofidis looks to the future now, since many new additions are yougsters with potential. Amongst these new riders, to name a few, are Sutton (neo-pro) and Lequatre who’s an established sprinter already. Young Tyler Farrar is an American rider who, accordin...