How Much Faster Do Pro Cyclists Ride Downhill?

Pro cyclists descend at death-defying speeds, hitting speeds over 100KPH with just skinny tires and thin lycra being all that separates them from the road! So how do beginners and amateurs compare? With the help of our friends at‪@RideShimano‬we've been finding out!

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Welcome 0:00
Where are we cycling? 0:29
How well do amateur cyclings descend? 1:49
How good are pro cyclists 3:04
How do bike brakes work? 3:18
Ollie's downhill run 4:55
The results 6:26
Deeper dive 7:23

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