How would you rank these factors in their effect on performance?
Let's ignore weather/environmental factors for the moment. On a scale of 1-10, how would you rank the effect of each of these factors on performance (speed and/or endurance)? Say, in a race.
-Rider strength and fitness
-Bicycle+rider weight
-Bicycle fit
-Bicycle componentry/parts/tires
-Rider skill /technique
-$$$ spent by rider