How Are Tour de France Riders SO Fast? | GCN Show Ep. 706

The Tour de France is reaching record-breaking speeds this year, but what exactly is making the modern pro peloton so much faster than previous generations? In this week’s GCN Show, Si and Dan dive into the science of aero gear, revolutionary tyre technology, and the high-carb nutrition strategies fueling the fastest stages in history. Plus, we cover Jonas Vingegaard’s shock exit, the 2 AM anti-doping tests causing a stir, and the latest custom "Iron Man" helmets from the peloton. Chapters: ⏱️ 00:00 - Intro 02:12 - Why the Tour de France is so FAST 06:35 - How equipment has changed the game 08