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They are considerably better than you or I. Whereas, according to Ellingworth, Mr Dombrowski isn't.
Learning your racing on wide, open American roads means you don't need to fight for position, or worry about moving up, so basic skills that you need in Europe weren't there.
andyp-
Very true, this is all relative speaking though.
And yeah I suppose so, but there's plenty of Americans that have come over and gained the experience, as a neo-pro, that's what he's there for. Going to the biggest team in the pro peloton may have not been the best idea in that respect.
Also, I can't imagine he's not raced crits in America where it's gonna be equally high paced and tricky to move about
noBlakes
Cos, froome, wiggins and g are all demon descenders when it comes to bike handling...