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[url= http://www.bikeradar.com/news/article/blunder-reveals-2012-tour-de-france-route-32009 ]route announced[/url]
So, any comments as to who it suits
Posted : 10/10/2011 6:35 pm
I suspect only 4 mountain stages mean that it is designed not to be too tough, therefore enticing riders who may have not wanted to do a hard Tour and still be competitive at the Olympics. Better to attract the best riders to a less challenging route than have second team riders in the world's best race.
Posted : 10/10/2011 6:48 pm
2 timetrials has got to make a big difference to Wiggins and Cadel. Won't favour the schlecks at all.
It's been dominated by climbs/climbers for the last few years. Maybe they want to open it up a little bit to other riders. Would be good to see a heroic break put someone well up the GC.
Posted : 10/10/2011 7:04 pm