Ever wonder what it is like to ride in the Peloton at the Tour de France? Than this video is definitely for you. It shows some harrowing footage on the now infamous Stage 5 of this year’s race. That’s the stage that was marred with crashes due to steady downpour, and the riders passing over the always-dangerous cobblestone roads of northern France. The footage was captured by a bike mounted camera, and provides a bit of perspective on what pro riders face in the biggest cycling event in the world.
Kraig is an outdoor and adventure travel writer based in Nashville, TN. Over the course of his career, he has contributed to numerous online and print outlets, including Popular Mechanics, Gear Junkie, Outside Online, National Geographic, Digital Trends, Business Insider, TripSavvy, about.com, and of course The Adventure Blog.
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