The unsung heroes of the pro peloton use some unique tricks to maintain and set up riders’ bikes. - Words and photos Matt Phillips
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Yeah, we know everyone—including us—tells you not to wash your bike with high-pressure sprayers. But that’s how almost all the bikes at the Tour are washed. The difference is the mechanics here are professionals who meticulously maintain the bikes. To protect the power meter from high-pressure blasts of water, Team Sky mechanics fashioned this simple protector from a bit of heavy-duty tubing.
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