Velochimp: Astrochimp on Cycling

Wladmir Belli joined the 16 man roster of Columbia Selle Italia. CSI’s main goal for 2006 is the Giro D’Italia where they will help Jose Rujano to go for the win. Rujano will join Quick-Step after the Giro where he may get a shot at riding the Tour de France where he will help terrorize the main challengers in some of the tough mountain stages. His small physique and poor time trialing performance is made up for some amazing climbing ability. Belli will help Rujano in the Giro with his experience. Belli will be joined by other Italian veterans Gabriele Missaglia, Sergio Barbero (former Pantani domestique) and sprinter Alberto Loddo.

Colombia Selle Italia: arriva Wladimir Belli