I've been keeping up with the TDF as always this time of year. Seems bike makers often roll out "specials" for certain stages etc. (like today's TT) and it occurred to me that the race could use another crowd-pleasing and playing-field-leveler gimmick: why not a turn-the- clock-back stage using vintage-style bikes? (Other sports do this from time to time) Maybe the stage would not even have to count in the overall standings, but it would be a blast to watch today's riders "suffer" with non-aero levers, down-tube shifters, pre-index drivetrains, five-speed clusters, toe-clips and leather saddles. They could auction off the bikes after the stage too, just like they do now for various charities. I can see it now: Wool jerseys, Citroen team cars, corked water bottles, sew-ups wrapped around their shoulders, and maybe even fenders if it's raining that day. A guy can dream right?
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