Technique

Geraint Thomas’ top six climbing tips

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

2. Nutrition

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)

2. Nutrition

Keep topped up throughout the ride – that’s essential. You don’t want to be bonking half way round.

Try to plan your nutrition strategy in line with the main climbs. Don’t eat immediately at the bottom of the ascent or it may come back up, but try and have an energy bar 15 or 20 minutes before you get to the climb.

Otherwise, gels are good for when you’re on the climb itself as they’re easy to digest. Think about having another bite or two of an energy bar at the top of a climb as well to recover.

Keep drinking as well, stay topped up. The most important thing is to eat and drink little and often to make sure you don’t run low.