Summary: Wikipedia defines the cycling term "The Lanterne Rouge" as: the competitor in last place in a cycling race such as the Tour de France. The phrase comes from the French "Red Lantern" and refers to the red lantern hung on the caboose of a railway train, which conductors would look for in order to make sure none of the couplings had become disconnected. Sometimes it must be noted that the Lanterne Rouge has the best view of the entire bike race. That's why we are very pleased and excited to introduce a new feature to this web site and to the Everyman Endurance Podcast: The Lanterne Rouge show. The Lanterne Rouge show is made possible with the help of veteran cycling journalist James Raia. We could not think of a better professional to share his knowledge, insights, and decades of covering endurance sports including cycling and Ironman triathlon experience with us. James, a journalist since 1976, is co-author of Tour de France For Dummies, a contributor to many publications and the National Cycling Examiner. A long-distance runner, he also rides his bike -- to nearby coffeehouses. But more importantly, James has covered the Tour de France as well as the Ironman World Championships for dozens of years. So what better person to ask about the one man who has made eye popping headline international news in both the sports of cycling and triathlon these last several weeks: Lance Armstrong. Today we dedicate most of the The Lanterne Rouge show to Armstrong and his recent performance in Australia along with the big news that he wants to be an Ironman. Please don’t forget to please visit http://www.everymantri.com for more podcasts and endurance sports news and views
