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This expression became a mantra in the Tirador Velodrome during the 1930s decade. The spectators and cycling enthusiasts dedicated this phrase to the rivals of an extraordinary cyclist named Josep Nicolau Balaguer, who was born in Lloret de Vistalegre and dominated the island cycling with iron fist. <\/p>\n
Born in Lloret de Vistalegre in 1907. Without a doubt, Nicolau was a pioneering figure in the history of sports in the Balearic Islands. His legacy, which remains alive, has inspired the following generations since then. <\/p>\n
Despite his tragic death during the official competition in 1934, he accumulated a remarkable track record. He died in an accident during a competition in the Tirador Velodrome on November 19th, 1934. In 2022 he was unanimously proclaimed illustrious son of Lloret de Vistalegre. <\/p>\n
Below, you can discover the most relevant facts about his life and purchase the monograph, \u2018Josep Nicolau Balaguer, el Can\u00f3 de Llorito\u2019. Lastly, you will have the opportunity to listen to the podcast recorded by the publishing coordinators and watch the first trailer of a future documentary. <\/p>\n
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Josep Nicolau Balaguer was born in a modest and farming family on February 8th, 1907, in the village of Lloret de Vistalegre. In the historical period known as the Restoration, society was characterised by illiteracy and tyranny. <\/p>\n
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After turning 20, along with other friends from the village, Nicolau decides to start out in the world of cycling. Although he was a beginner, he achieved quite remarkable performances and shows a huge potential in races, both on the velodrome and on the road. <\/p>\n
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Nicolau starts to be regarded within the Balearic cycling world, which currently doesn\u2019t have a mentor. His ambition inspires hope among the fandoms. Definitely, he is the future of cycling in the island. <\/p>\n
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After only three seasons, Nicolau becomes one of the trendy cyclists in the Balearic Islands. His results and specially his projection he accredits predict a splendid future for him. Moreover, Nicolau\u2019s ambition has no limits, and the national calendar starts to catch his eye. <\/p>\n
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Nicolau ends an exceptional season nationally and regionally. Thanks to his results in the mainland races, he becomes a national figure, highlighting his podium in the Spanish Road Race Championship XXXI, celebrated in Madrid.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.josepnicolau.com\/1931-marcant-la-seva-epoca\/” button_text=”Read more” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#000000″ button_border_radius=”4px” background_layout=”dark” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.josepnicolau.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/any-1932.webp” alt=”any-1932″ title_text=”any-1932″ show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||15px||false|false” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|300|||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.4em” header_2_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”justified” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
In 1932 Nicolau takes the ultimate leap to the national elite and becomes on of the most important cyclists. His victories lead him to the France Tour. Insularity and sponsorship are weaknesses that will be needed to tackle to overcome this new challenge.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.josepnicolau.com\/1932-el-salt-definitiu-a-lelit-nacional\/” button_text=”Read more” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#000000″ button_border_radius=”4px” background_layout=”dark” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” module_id=”biografia” _builder_version=”4.19.0″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” width=”95%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto||auto|false|false” custom_margin_tablet=”|auto|-40px|auto||” custom_margin_phone=”|auto|2px|auto|false|false” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_padding=”30px|70px|50px|70px|false|true” custom_padding_tablet=”30px|70px|70px|70px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”20px|20px|20px|20px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.josepnicolau.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/any-1933.webp” alt=”any-1933″ title_text=”any-1933″ show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||15px||false|false” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|300|||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.4em” header_2_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”justified” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
In 1933, Nicolau sets a turning point in his sports trajectory with his participation in the UCI Road Championships in Montlh\u00e9ry, France. He becomes the first participant from the islands. His outstanding performance becomes a key asset in the European tours. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.josepnicolau.com\/1933-participacio-al-mundial-de-franca\/” button_text=”Read more” button_alignment=”center” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_button=”on” button_text_color=”#FFFFFF” button_bg_color=”#000000″ button_border_radius=”4px” background_layout=”dark” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.18.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.josepnicolau.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/any-1934.webp” alt=”1934″ title_text=”any-1934″ show_bottom_space=”off” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”||15px||false|false” box_shadow_style=”preset1″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.19.2″ _module_preset=”default” text_font=”|300|||||||” text_font_size=”20px” text_line_height=”1.4em” header_2_text_align=”center” text_orientation=”justified” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
A spectacular season is foreseen in 1934. After the creation of the Nicolau\u2019s supporters club, the cyclist will present his application to the most relevant races. Sadly, Nicolau passes away after a tragic accident in Tirador Velodrome on November 19th. <\/p>\n
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Acts of consolation occur all around the island. All sports institutions and the whole society pay him a heartfelt tribute. Nicolau\u2019s supporters club tirelessly fight to consolidate his legendary status. Sadly, his figure falls into oblivion until his proclamation as an illustrious son of Lloret de Vistalegre. <\/p>\n
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Descobreix la hist\u00f2ria del Josep Nicolau en format p\u00f2dcast amb els coordinadors del llibre, Montserrat Mateu i Guillem M. Pastor i la participaci\u00f3 d\u2019altres dels coautors.<\/p>\n
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Descobreix la hist\u00f2ria del Josep Nicolau en format p\u00f2dcast amb els coordinadors del llibre, Montserrat Mateu i Guillem M. Pastor i la participaci\u00f3 d\u2019altres dels coautors.<\/p>\n
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Descobreix la vida del mite del ciclisme balear produ\u00eft i realitzat pel Club Ciclista Lloret, Ajuntament de Lloret de Vistalegre i La Perif\u00e8rica Produccions.<\/p>\n
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Discover the life of the myth in Balear cycling with an passionate documentary with unedited testimonies on the figure of Josep Nicolau. It was produced and directed by the Lloret Cycling Club, Lloret de Vistalegre Town Council and La Perif\u00e8rica Produccions. <\/p>\n
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