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Ex-Professional cyclist Dan Lloyd answers your questions this week.
Subjects include:
- How can I train for hills when I live near none? ⛰
- Is a right hand front brake rare in the peloton?
- Could we ever see one piece bar, stem and hoods?
- Should you assume an un-aerodynamic position when you have a tailwind? 💨
- Should Tandems and TT bikes be able to take KOM's on strava?
- Is it necessary to get a bike fit before buying a new stem, saddle or handlebars?
- Why do pro's have 600ml and not 750ml waterbottles?
- Why don't pro teams use riders names on the jersey to make it easier to pick out?
- Do sunglasses go over or under helmet straps? 😎
- Is there a best or coolest way to position a quick release skewer?
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Remember to leave your questions in the comments below 👇
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