With cyclist Christian Vande Velde in the lead, the Tour of Missouri bicycle race continues today. Stage four from Lebanon to Rolla will follow historic Route 66 through the Mark Twain National Forest and Fort Leonard Wood. Race officials say it will take about four hours to complete todays trek over what's been touted as some deceivingly tough terrain. An injured racer will remain under observation after breaking some bones during the Tuesday tour of Missouri Time trials. Blake Caldwell lost control of his bike after blowing a tire half way into the competition.
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updated 5am 09-11-08