Why Is The Giro d'Italia So Hard?

The Giro d'Italia may not be running as planned this year, but this has given us a great opportunity to reflect on this beautiful race and ponder why it is so hard. Join us as we take an in-depth look at some of the toughest aspects of the Grio, as well as hearing from some rider's who have raced it over the years.

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