Tour of Britain 2016

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Stage 6(?) to Dartmoor is the only proper 'summit' finish which is disappointing.

I think two circuit stages make it seem a bit amateur as well. Decent line up but I don't think the organisers are making the most of the terrain available in the UK.

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andyp in reply to @%~}

I think you're missing the point if you want set piece stages to decide the race.

Last year's race was won on a what was billed as a transition stage. The hard roads, small teams and unpredictable weather are what makes the race, not a summit finish or a time trial.

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I suppose you're right but the racing when the TdF was in Yorkshire was amazing. I know it has its own race now but would be nice to see that sort of terrain use more.

Having said that, the Vuelta has arguably the best terrain and scenery and is very much the third grand tour.

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