The central California city of Paso Robles welcomed the Tour of California for its Stage 5 finish this afternoon. A region increasingly famous for its local wineries, the town turned out to see the largest pro cycling race in North America. Numbers seemed to match the last finish here in 2009, well over 600 spectators.
Before the race rolled into town, children participated in boys' and girls' sprint races to the finish line, and the crowd favorite seemed to be the tricycle competition.
Popular television commentators Bob Roll, Phil Sherwin, and Phil Ligget were on site, broadcasting from Paso Robles.
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| Bob Roll prepares to broadcast from Paso Robles |
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The Lifestyle Festival was on all day and featured music, a beer garden, vendor booths, and big screens to watch the action live.
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| Team sponsor Nissan displayed its 100% electric Leaf |
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| Spectators check out festival booths |
The pace of today's stage was faster than many expected, and the fans lined up three or more deep to watch the last 250 meters. The size of the crowd surprised local residents, who said that it exceeded the city's annual wine festival which starts tomorrow.
The central California city of Paso Robles welcomed the Tour of California for its Stage 5 finish this afternoon. A region increasingly famous for its local wineries, the town turned out to see the largest pro cycling race in North America. Numbers seemed to match the last finish here in 2009, well over 600 spectators.
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