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Tour de France Analysis

2013 Recap. And Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, all!

Ross Tucker · 24 Dec 2013 ·

As 2013 draws to a close, let’s look back on the highs and lows of 2013 here on the Science of Sport, with a look ahead to what 2014 might bring!

On performance analysis: Common sense, guided

Ross Tucker · 26 Jul 2013 ·

Performance analysis is never 100% definitive, but it guides understanding. Here’s why choosing blindness just because 20/20 isn’t on offer is a foolish response for cycling’s followers

Tour de France 2013: Alp d’Huez preview

Ross Tucker · 17 Jul 2013 ·

Cycling’s most famous climb is featured twice in one stage in 2013. We look back at its history to look forward to what to expect this year.

Mont Ventoux Preview: Looking forward by looking back

Ross Tucker · 14 Jul 2013 ·

A look ahead to the climb of Mont Ventoux in the 2013 TDF, and what the history leads us to expect

Healthy skepticism, dealing with doping and denial

Ross Tucker · 09 Jul 2013 ·

Skepticism is an essential part of cycling’s quest to regain the trust of its followers. Here’s why

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