Why Do Riders Gain Weight During The Tour de France?

Why Do Riders Gain Weight During The TDF?

Nicolas Roche of Team Sunweb talks about how meticulous team are with rider's nutrition in the modern peloton. Every calorie that is burnt by riders during the race is measured and accounted for when the riders get off their bikes. Roche has found that he generally leaves the tour with an extra pound or two.