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Floyd Landis, Tour of California Time Trial

What fast looks like standing still.

 

Floyd Landis won Stage 3 of the Tour of California this afternoon by blowing away the field in a time trial. On this particular stretch of road he faced a heavy headwind that miraculously cleared for the riders who followed him.

 

Two things to note; Landis spent time in a wind tunnel in the off-season, perfecting his position. Plus, when you're going really fast, you tend to inch forward on the saddle to get more power, as Landis has here.

 

Youch.

 

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Uploaded on February 22, 2006
Taken on February 22, 2006