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They needed to have a short stage, given that the average stage length of a week long stage race allowed under UCI rules is 140 km. Yesterday was 157 kms, Thursday's stage is 158 kms, so a short stage was mandatory.
TV production costs eat most of the race's budget, so having a stage like today where they didn't need any helicopters and a plane, significantly reduces the overall costs of the week. The circuit is tough, especially if it's windy as it's very exposed, but not so tough that it'll blow the GC race apart, so after two stages it's still wide open, which is what you'd want as an organiser.
So whilst it might not be the best thing for the armchair fan, it's a good option for the organisers.
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If they could they would. Getting permission to shit roads isn’t easy. They fight hard to put on a good show but you wouldn’t believe the struggle they’re about against.
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I think it shows a total lack of imagination given how many great roads you could take in around Kent.
More people would get to see the race if it was on the road, albeit they wouldn’t see the riders quite so much.