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  • The sudden burst of speed from Pidcock on the overtake was really impressive. On first impression it looks like he speeds up by leaning further in, but I guess in reality he probably let off his brakes a bit compared to the Arkea rider and then leaned more to compensate.

    https://streamable.com/2pgq3j

    There were a few amazing corners on the Croix de Fer descent too

  • Here’s a dumb question - are the pros braking at all in corners? I always never do. Just do all my braking before taking the corner (very slowly), which will contribute to me taking longer to go down a col than they take going up.

  • It's the only explanation I've got... I guess you have to brake if you're behind someone because the draft effect is so significant.

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