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Race Mechanics – an Inside Look

this entry has 0 Comments/ in Events and Media, Reflections, Tech / by Ric Hjertberg
November 30, 2015

Ever wonder about the mechanics in bike racing? The ones who hang out vehicle windows to adjust derailleurs, jump into the center of pileups, sorting bikes and riders, leap from moving cars to get a replacement wheel to a punctured competitor? Do they live in those glamorous team buses? Are they all ex-special forces repurposed to sport? None of their scene and role is owed to chance.

Mavic tech

Mavic, the oldest and still one of the best tech support programs. Photo © velonews.com

One of the longest lasting but least known cycling programs is USA Cycling’s Race Mechanics Clinic. 2015 marked the 28th year and I’m proud to have been along since day one.
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