The power elite? Turns out it’s mostly men in suits

It’s been a while since Procycling had a Power List issue, too long probably. So as the 2014 season starts to gather momentum, now seems the perfect time to return to an idea last covered in August

2009. Namely, who wields the power in cycling? Our list starts on page 48 but we’re not giving the game away to reveal that the top spots are mostly populated by middle-aged, middle class white guys. After all, it’s not only a sport, it’s also an

international business. Greying men in suits are inevitable. But what the Power List lacks in actual colour it makes up for in texture and tone. There’s a dumpling multi-millionaire, a handful of riders with enough star power to attract unknowable amounts of sponsorship, the sport’s lifeblood. Then there are coaches, designers and team managers whose back-room influence is exerted through new techniques employed on the open road. It’s doubtful you’ll agree with the entire list and almost certain you’ll think of someone you’d have put on yours – tell us who via procycling@futurenet.com. One thing we’re certain of is that it pays to keep an eye on the ever-changing structure of road racing. After all, back in 2009, we judged the most influential man in the

sport to be a certain Lance Armstrong…