The Froome-Pocalypse Descends on Cycling; Giro Route, Astana Tats, and Pro-Conti upgrades - EP 27

Episode #27 of Between Two Wheels: Cycling Analysis from NorCal; Host Tyler Janke, Curt Mills and Chris Flower.

All things Chris Froome and his asthma including learning a new word “pharmacokinetic”.  Chris Flower and Tyler Janke go over the last controversy involving team Sky and their golden boy Chris Froome.  Besides Froome’s problems, there are also other gripes in the world of cycling – Astana new member tatoo, Giro route and start, team upgrades to Pro-Conti status.  Sac cyclo-cross series standings update.  Is the solution to our doping problem the "All Drug Olympics"?

Corrections – cyclocross race #8 at Miller Ranch / Bank Guarantee – 15,000 CHF (Swiss Francs)

Chris breaks down the fastest skin/speed suit for time trials and which one gives the best aero advantage for your money.  See the cyclingweekly article on the subject.

Coach Nate Dunn chimes in with his coaching tip on toe-warmers for a more comfortable ride during the off season.

Show Links:
Froome news – INRNG, VN, Cyclingtips
Astana Tatoo vid
Giro route – Steephill.tv
UCI rules on Pro Conti Status (pg 147)
USA Cycling rules on domestic conti status
Cyclingweekly skin suit study
Tony Martin comments
Specialized Recall - BicycleRetailer

All Drug Olympics video

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