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VELO CLASSIC TOURS New York, New York United States www.veloclassic.com
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Peter Easton, Owner and Director

Velo Classic Tours was founded by Peter Easton, who set out to establish a unique brand of cycling tours focused on exemplary customer service. Peter has been involved in cycling and the cycling industry for 20 years, and regularly contributes to industry activities, including anti-doping round tables and special functions at the UCI Headquarters in Aigle, Switzerland, and has attended numerous mechanics clinics and certification courses.

Peter attended Syracuse University, graduated in 1989 with a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, and obtained his professional license in New York and New Jersey. While studying abroad in Florence, Italy, Peter came under the spell of the European lifestyle and began to educate himself on the lifestyles and cultures of Western Europe. A trip to the 1994 Giro d'Italia put the idea in his head that his love for cycling and European culture would be ideal together. While on a disappointing trip to Verona, Italy, with an alternate tour operator, Peter conceptualized his plan, and returned home eager to implement his new business idea.

Seven years later, Velo Classic Tours has developed into a personalized, professional tour company that caters to the individualized experience for the cycling enthusiast. Peter is responsible for the development and facilitation of every trip on his schedule, and vows never to lose the personal touch that comes with traveling with Velo Classic Tours.

Lisa Easton, Business Manager and Tour Leader

Lisa is the "personal touch" that defines the high quality of customer care that is delivered on every trip. Lisa has been active as a cyclist since 1991, and has earned a Bachelor's Degree in Architecture from Syracuse University in 1990, and a Master's Degree in Science in Historic Preservation from Columbia University in 1997. Lisa owns and operates Easton Architects, LLC, a New York City architectural firm specializing in restoration, preservation, and adaptive re-use. Lisa spent one year abroad in Florence, Italy, and an additional six months living and studying in Kyoto, Japan, and then London. Lisa brings a wealth of knowledge to every trip through customized cultural itineraries, organization of private tours with local guides, and the efficient execution of logistics, daily ride support, and hospitality.

Thibaut Prissette, Support Guide

Thibaut lives in Cesson, France, and is the primary support guide and organizational assistant for most trips. He earned his Master's Degree in Sports and Cultural Events Management at the Institut de Management de l'Universite de Savoi (IMUS) in Chambery, France, and a Master's in international business management at the Universite de Cergy-Pontoise, France.

Scott Sunderland, Guest Tour Guide

Scott is a current Director Sportif with Team CSC, who raced professionally for 16 seasons, and developed a reputation as one of the smartest riders of his era. Scott can regularly be found sharing his knowledge of the sport with guests during the Belgian Spring Classics. Scott lives in Belgium with his wife, Sabine, and their two boys, Tristan and Saen.

Marcel Wust, Guest Tour Guide

Marcel enjoyed a superstar career as a sprinter during the 90s, racking up an impressive 120 wins before retiring prematurely due to a severe eye injury. Marcel's humor and personality define his positive outlook, best described in his own words, as a panache life. Marcel's media lifestyle takes him all over the globe, and he regularly joins Velo Classic on tour in France or Austria. Marcel resides most of the year in Cologne, Germany, with his wife, Heika, and their two children, Alexander and Oliver.

Olivia Gollan, Guest Tour Guide

Oliva comes from Australia and lives in Novellara, Italy, during her race season, where she rides for the Menikini Selle Italia Gysko Women's Professional Team. Olivia comes from a long line of entertainers, and brings a unique style of entertainment and a beautiful personality to the Tuscany tour. Olivia has won 18 races in her career, including the Australian National Championship in 2003. She is also a featured columnist for Procycling Magazine.