Originally Posted by
63rickert
Why would I not believe that? It is and has been reported in news coverage of TdF time trials for decades. It makes physiological sense. It has been reported to me by TdF mechanics. Similar has been reported to me by working pros in somewhat lesser races.
Because it doesn't make sense in the least.
You think riders are hopping on their trainers and riding for
3 hours before their time trial start? How does that make any type of sense?