Originally Posted by
Bandera
The World Tour teams are extremely experienced professionals who select the proper equipment for each and every stage depending on the course profile and the weather conditions. Gearing, wheel design and tire choices can change daily, 'pave bikes substitute for road bikes where necessary.
The Belgian teams Belkin & Omega in particular are specialists in today's conditions and will use what gear works best, which is not deep profile wheels for riding in echelon in big cross winds. This is not their 1st rodeo.
Experienced pro cyclists have personal preferences but they are supported by engineers, technicians and savvy directors who reach into the well of the sponsor's gear to properly equip the rider to ride, that's what they get paid for not their research ability.
-Bandera
Best satirical post I've seen in a long time. Have you ever spoken to a pro or even high level amateur about equipment and engineering. It's clear the reason they're successful is they have unbelievable aerobic abilities, not analytic skills. Read some of Damon Rinard's or Josh Portner's experience with riders, mechanics, and directors and you'll quickly see what I mean.