Can We Hold A Pro’s Wheel On The Toughest Cobbles?
What does it take to keep up with a pro on the toughest cobbled sections of the famous Paris-Roubaix course? We sent Conor and Hank to find out! And we didn’t just find any pro, they’re taking on Belgian Lawrence Naesen - who has been a World Tour pro for over 6 years with the likes of AG2R and the now named Lotto DSTNY, and practically grew up on the cobbles...
New to Paris-Roubaix? Check out our handy beginner’s guide:
00:00 What Does It Take To Hold A Pro’s Wheel On The Hardest Cobbles?
00:26 Who Can Keep Up With Lawrence Naesen?
01:16 Pre-Ride Mind Games?
01:41 Test 1: Racing On The Tarmac
03:47 Test 2: Easy Cobbes - Gruson
06:53 Test 3: Hard Cobbles - Carrefour de l’Arbre
09:35 Pro Rider Cobble Tips
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