Oysters on the menu today
Today ought to be one for the sprinters. The race heads northwards from Carhaix to the coast and then runs along eastwards by to the sea to the finish in Cap Fréhel. The race passes through Yffniac, the birthplace of the great Bernard Hinault. Expect once again a long breakaway that will be caught with around 10-15 kilometres from the finish.
The finish could be tricky as there are several bends on the way to the line. Will this be Mark Cavendish's day or will Tyler Farrar win again or someone else? They will certainly want to go for this as the finish tomorrow at Liseux is uphill and won't suit pure sprinters.
Spectators should be enjoying the race with some oysters and a bottle of nicely chilled Muscadet or Gros Plant.
