The mechanics of the Tour work hard and work fast to make sure the riders bikes are perfect. Here are 16 secrets that help them achieve trouble-free racing. – By Matt Phillips
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Eagle eyes
Leaving nothing to chance, a Cannondale-Drapac mechanic checks the tyres on Tom Jelte Slagter’s bike for stones embedded in the tread before the start of Stage 4. The path to the sign-in prior to the stage was covered in small stones, and the mechanic wanted to ensure Slagte’s bike was ready to race from kilometre zero.
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