What Is A Criterium?

Criterium racing is becoming increasingly popular, with it's addictive mix of speed, corners and excitement. Click here to subscribe to GCN: http://gcn.eu/SubscribeToGCN

Crits take place on a circuit of 1-2 kilometres, which riders tackle a number of times over the course of 1-2 hours. The pace is intense throughout, with riders going over their threshold several times. Positioning, cornering and bike handling are key to being a good crit racer - ultimately anything that saves you energy for that final sprint will come in handy! We also caught up with Optum's Phil Gaimon for his take on this shorter type of race.

Thanks to the organisers of the Tour Down Under, the Sunny King Criterium and the Athens Twilight Criterium for the use of their footage.

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