Craig Fry LinkedIn Riders in the Tour de France are engaging in a battle of wits as they follow two sets of rules - the official rules and the other set of "unofficial" rules that come with

Regulations. Before you set off, you must familiarise yourself with the race rules so that you can experience your race in the best conditions and reach the finish: Compulsory equipment. Safety. Medical aid. Time limit (end of race) Disqualification. Rules.

Every rider must wear his team's official outfit — shorts, jersey, socks and shoes, gloves, and helmet. Unless a rider withdraws prior to the event, each of the 21 participating teams has nine riders, attired identically, at the start of the race. Several exceptions exist, however.

Tour de France participants are estimated to receive half their daily calorie intake from on-bike supplements. Obviously, choosing the right carbohydrate sports drink is vital. The sports drink choice requires balancing glycogen replenishment and rehydration, as the two interact.

Tour de France - The Rules Explained. Some teams will focus on the general classification Yellow Jersey, whereas others will focus on winning sprints for The Green or the King of the Mountains Spotted Jersey. There are many rules, both spoken and unspoken, as teams stand to gain a lot from cooperation and respect.

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