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Tadej Pogačar looms large over Strade Bianche, but Thomas De Gendt offers key insights for those not named Pogačar. Success in this race requires prior experience. Races like Omloop Het Nieuwsblad provide crucial practice in handling the high tension and aggressive positioning that define both events. De Gendt emphasizes that while terrain differs, the intensity of fighting for position remains the same. Riders entering Strade without prior races may struggle to find their rhythm early on.
Equipment plays a vital role. Teams likely carry over their setups from Clásica Jaén, where tire and wheel choices are tested on similar gravel surfaces. Adjustments in tire pressure based on feedback from previous races are crucial for navigating Strade’s unique challenges. Every detail counts in this high-stakes battle on the gravel.
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