Road race tomorrow, 70 miles. Couldn't make the crit today, but my one and only teammate took 1st. He and I will both be racing tomorrow. How should I race in order to not be detrimental to him finishing as high as possible. I know all the basics, such as don't chase if he's in a break, etc. For instance, let's say a couple guys attack, and I'm in position to go with them. Teammate's mid pack and doesn't jump. Should I go with, or would it be better to stay in the pack? And for what reason? I could think of many other scenarios in which I'm not exactly sure would be my best move.
Bottom line, I know the ultimate rule of don't chase your own guy. Common sense. I know I'm only 1 guy, but I want to work for him as much as possible, and I don't want to tilt the odds against him by doing something I shouldn't. On the other hand, I don't just want to sit in the whole time to "play it safe."
Another example: Let's say teammate gets in a break with a few others. They have a good gap on us, and then a couple more guys from the pack try to bridge up. Can I go with, or should I stay back? My senses are telling me if I go, I might drag others since I may make it to the leaders and be able to help my teammate.
Almost seems easier to race unattached. Anyway, thanks for any suggestions.
Bottom line, I know the ultimate rule of don't chase your own guy. Common sense. I know I'm only 1 guy, but I want to work for him as much as possible, and I don't want to tilt the odds against him by doing something I shouldn't. On the other hand, I don't just want to sit in the whole time to "play it safe."
Another example: Let's say teammate gets in a break with a few others. They have a good gap on us, and then a couple more guys from the pack try to bridge up. Can I go with, or should I stay back? My senses are telling me if I go, I might drag others since I may make it to the leaders and be able to help my teammate.
Almost seems easier to race unattached. Anyway, thanks for any suggestions.