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Geraint Thomas’ top six climbing tips

Team Sky's Geraint Thomas on how to become a better climber

5. Pacing

Geraint Thomas' versatility has marked him as one of Britain's best (pic: Sirotti)
Thomas says he remains seated while climbing, keeping the cadence high (pic: Sirotti)
Geraint Thomas has proved time and time again that he's one of the toughest riders in the peloton (Pic: Alex Whitehead/SWPix.com)
Thomas says being prepared doesn't have to mean recce-ing the course - but get your set-up right (pic: Huw Evans Picture Agency)
Positioning yourself near to the front on a climb, gives you room to drop back if you start to struggle (pic: Sirotti)
Drink and eat little and often (pic: Sirotti)
Geraint Thomas, pictured on the Horseshoe Pass (pic: Etape Cymru)

5. Pacing

Pacing is vital, on each individual climb and over the course of a ride itself.

At the Etape Cymru, for example, you don’t want to go flat out at the start and then be on your knees by the time you reach the Horseshoe Pass and you can’t even get up the thing.

Start slow and finish fast – Geraint Thomas

That’s a principle which applies to every ride. Even when you’re on a climb, don’t get carried away and start racing other people.

Ride at your own tempo and know your limits – you will be grateful in the long run. Start slow and finish fast.

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