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%FTP

Jul 30, 11 4:17

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Heading to my first road race. So far, my buddies have given me this advice:

1. Don't crash
2. Stay within the top 5-10 at all times
3. Don't pull


Any other wisdom out there?


FJB

Jul 30, 11 4:20

Post #2 of 6 (1017 views)
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I wonder what would happen if everyone got the same advise, no one would pull ?


tkos

Jul 30, 11 4:20

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#1 is easy. #2 and 3 not so much depending on the guys, the wind, the road. But tough it out as long as possible. If you fall off the back power back in asap. If the peleton gets away even a bit then you will be out of luck.


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Jim Mishler

Jul 30, 11 6:27

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1.1 don't create a crash


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Martin Zollinger

Jul 30, 11 6:33

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attack often, otherwise you are just packfill.


styrrell

Jul 30, 11 8:45

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Not pulling is different from not being on the front. If the pack is really slow its OK to be on the front just cruising. Also if its really slow and you want to do something, then attack. Judt don't go to the front and Time trial with the entire group sitting on you.

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