A French policeman walks near team cars as part of security measures during the Tour de France. Photo: jean-paul pelissier/ReutersLaissac-Sévérac-l’Église, FranceEvery mechanic at the Tour de France has the same recurring nightmare. They wake up before a stage, head to the hotel parking lot and find the team truck completely devoid of bicycles. That's how much energy the average Tour de France rider requires to complete each stage of the race. So, this July, the Tour de France is taking no chances.

Source: Wall Street Journal July 20, 2017 15:22 UTC