Simon Clarke To Join Cannondale-Garmin

Last updated : 25 September 2015 By Covsupport News Service

Australian Simon Clarke has announced that he he will ride for Cannondale-Garmin in the 2016 season.

Clarke has been with Orica-GreenEDGE team for the last four years and tweeted: "I'm really excited to finally be able to announce that I will be riding Argyle next year! Super motivated for a fresh start!.

"I also want 2 thank for the amazing journey over the last 4years. The brilliant riders, staff & FANS, wish u all the best!"

Speaking to cyclingnews.com, Clarke said: "(They have) a nice blend of super-talented emerging riders complementing those with greater experience and I'm very excited to have an opportunity to play my role in the development and future successes of Cannondale-Garmin.

"I like (their) vision and feel riding for Cannondale-Garmin will give me fresh opportunities not only for myself, but to help the team achieve its goals."

"Simon has excellent experience and is a very good road captain," said Cannondale-Garmin boss Jonathan Vaughters.

"He has the ability to help guide some of our younger riders and is capable of great achievements himself.

"He will be a fantastic addition to the team."