Before Pinot was about to go on hi TT the cameras showed him warming up on the stationary. Looked like a fan was blowing on him. But just minutes before he started the TT, he was sitting down on a bench wearing an ice jacket. I thought riders wanted to have their bodies warm right before they go.
I recall watching the 2011 tour, and how Phil and Paul were talking about Cadell Evans trying to get his "engine as warm as possible" before he lifted off. They made that comment as they showed him warming up on the stationary several minutes prior to his race.
So I'm confused as to why Pinot wore the ice jacket. Personally I don't perform as well in the heat. I like my leg muscles "warmed up," but I do not like being hot. I feel I have much more endurance on cooler days.
I'd like some insight on this topic if anyone can share.
Thanks
I recall watching the 2011 tour, and how Phil and Paul were talking about Cadell Evans trying to get his "engine as warm as possible" before he lifted off. They made that comment as they showed him warming up on the stationary several minutes prior to his race.
So I'm confused as to why Pinot wore the ice jacket. Personally I don't perform as well in the heat. I like my leg muscles "warmed up," but I do not like being hot. I feel I have much more endurance on cooler days.
I'd like some insight on this topic if anyone can share.
Thanks