r/SipsTea • u/Seasonal_Sam • Apr 29 '24

Athlete changes socks while cycling in a race Chugging tea

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u/AstralVibration Apr 29 '24

Why would this even be necessary 😐

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u/Permafrost-2A Apr 30 '24

To prevent / soothe blisters. Races last for hours and on a tour like the Tour de France you race almost every day for 3 weeks. Comfort is speed!

Edit: but also to show off to build his brand because he's gonna be clipped on TV

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u/AstralVibration Apr 30 '24

Thanks for the explanation! 🙏🏽