He is the second most experienced American in this years race , having ridden in each of the three - week races beginning in 2005 .
Vande Velde 's teammate , Danielson , was also regarded as a Grand Tour hopeful as a result of early career successes .
Vande Velde is the second most experienced American in this years race , having ridden in each of the three - week races beginning in 2005 .
Vande Velde 's teammate , Danielson , was also regarded as a Grand Tour hopeful as a result of early career successes .