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Landis: Pro Cycling Is ‘Organized Crime’

Turns to amateur racing

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Floyd Landis will make a comeback—to amateur cycling. The 37-year-old confessed doper is , which will focus solely on amateur riders, both serious and recreational. 

So, why “amateur” cycling?

“Professional cycling is organized crime,” Landis told USA TODAY. “I’m done with that.” He continued: 

This is about using whatever association people have with me to create an event where people can have a good time. Other than that, I’m finished with cycling—I have no interest in being a public figure in cycling.

The race will take place from June 1-2. The first day’s steep three-mile climb will be followed by a 100-mile ride. Registration is $100, and prizes will be awarded for the winners of each age group.

Read “The Twitter War on Lance Armstrong: Inside Floyd Landis’ Clandestine Campaign to Torment His Former Boss.

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