I am disappointed with this route. It is nice to see them bringing new climbs into the event, but only three (possibly four) summit finishes makes it pretty lame. Time trials are good, but without mountains to match they are basically handing it to Wiggins or Cadel. Prudhomme swears that the pure climbers can be competitive, but I honestly can't see any way for that to be the case. I think his plan is to try to force the Schlecks to come out and fight earlier than the last weekend, similar to this year. Still, only 4 or 5 stages where time can be gained uphill...2012 TdF Route
Me too! 8 minutes.
Going to brute force down anya, regardless of how many times I die. I'm pretty sure I can mf pindle adequately. Everything else has been a little too slow/unsuccessful so far.
Really need some gear.