Stage one of many Critérium du Dauphiné is a little bit of a scrum. In the event you’re a Cyclingnews subscriber you’ve got likely already seen all the brand new stuff from the Dauphine mega tech gallery, the place I noticed two model new bikes (a new BMC and a new Ridley), some new handlebars, some customized paint jobs, and many extra moreover. The paddock on the very begin of the race is hectic, awash with different journalists eager to seize a scoop, and followers eager to see their favorite riders. In consequence, one cannot all the time spot every part on the primary cross.
I caught round for stage two, too, simply in case I missed something, so think about this a bonus function to the primary gallery. There’s some new tech for positive that I did not spot on stage one, however there are additionally some extra candid pictures that ought to offer you a really feel for what it is wish to be on the race your self, besides with out the burden of a really sweaty again from carrying a digital camera bag all day within the warmth.
The paddock is simply an adopted road, nevertheless it turns into an actual hive of exercise as soon as all of the busses rock up
I used to be knowledgeable that Jonas Vingegaard rode this 1x setup on stage one, the one rider on the crew to take action. He was again on 2x for stage 2 although, maybe feeling out the perfect setup forward of the Tour de France
A 50T chainring mixed with a Wolftooth chain catcher with a customized 3D printed head on it that does not enclose the outer face of the chain
A really bling carbon pulley cage from Nova Journey was noticed on Gillaume Martin’s bike. The damage markings on the higher jockey wheel recommend clearance could also be tight!
The model new prototype BMC goes to show heads firstly of each stage that is for positive
Rob Stannard had some scuffing on the facet of his tyres… nothing a little bit of Sharpie will not repair!
Regardless of switching to HED wheels, some riders are nonetheless on Corima wheels. Right here the bizarre MCC DX mannequin, with 12 thick carbon spokes
Not a set of wheels you may true with a spoke key, that is for positive
Notes of when and the way a lot sealant has been added to a set of tyres is an actual belt and braces contact from the mechanics at Intermarche-Circus-Wanty
In contrast to the remainder of the crew, Sam Bennett makes use of 11sp rings as he can get them in bigger sizes
He is additionally a rider who simply needs to be informed when to eat and drink
The mechanics at Bora-Hansgrohe knowledgeable me that Bennett had two stars on his wheels as a result of “One star for a star, two for a celebrity”. No different rider had any stars.
Different riders did get the team-issue customized pc mount from Ok-Edge although. Bennett didn’t, as he is utilizing a set of unreleased Specialised handlebars which look to function a proprietary mount
Slightly strip of internal tube retains the Di2 cable from snagging on something within the occasion of a crash. This can be a quite common mod, however generally a zipper tie can also be used
What do you do when your energy meter runs out of energy?
Every Ineos Grenadiers bike was sporting customized 3D-printed blocks below the drive facet chainstay
The mechanics informed me it was for ‘body safety’, although I think that ‘chain retention’ was extra of a precedence
No sporting occasion could be full with no merch stand
I believe we might have to replace our information to the very best electrical bike conversion kits…
If you cannot deliver your canine alongside then it is not value bothering with
Estaban Chaves’ disguise wasn’t sufficient to cease some followers recognising him, and asking for photographs
Bernal begins warming up for his first correct check shortly
At the beginning line, followers attempt to get the very best spot for the ‘gram
Regardless of the depth of racing to return, the beginning grid had a really relaxed environment, with many riders simply having fun with a chat
Bleu metal from the eventual stage winner, Julian Alaphilippe
Reckon you’ve got acquired sufficient gels there, lad? I suppose it means a couple of journeys fewer again to the crew automobile
Dylan Groenewegen did look a little bit nervy forward of a stage with a flat end
Absolute focus, simply earlier than the race will get underway
A lull in proceedings on the ending city offers followers an opportunity to have a look at a crew automobile within the flesh
Thankfully the rain and thunder held off till after the stage end
Good boys solely on the end line
Some spectators have been pleased to face and watch an empty road for a while to make sure that they had the very best spot
Extra seasoned veterans come ready with a camp chair and a replica of l’Equipe
You may wager he is continuously refreshing our stay race report so he is aware of precisely when to do some camerawork
Bike racing in France is sensible, as a result of you may watch the very best athletes on the earth compete AND purchase dried native mushrooms multi functional place
Sadly I by no means acquired to listen to this chap play. I presume, like me, he does a imply rendition of Frére Jacques
Slightly out of proportion, however clearly an efficient encouragement for the celebrity of French biking
Alaphilippe pips Richard Carapaz on the end line
After the primary bunch, the backmarkers trickle in
The commissaires automobile indicators the top of the primary protagonists
Anybody behind tended to look much more out of puff
