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Bicycle racing can be a tough sport. It is common knowledge that the longer bike races are very physically demanding, but even if you race over the shorter distances you will still be faced with the strains on the body from training. For this reason the mental aspect of cycling is very important, as focus and willpower become valuable weapons in the racers armoury. Cycling is one sport where physical ability will only get you so far, which keeps the playing field fairly even and allows the most dedicated riders to climb the ranks in the racing world. So what are the weapons that a cyclist can use to forge their way to the top? Patience - Possibly the greatest skill a cyclist can develop. In most other sports, athletes can achieve success at a very young age. How often do we see school children winning tennis grand-slam titles, 14 year old swimmers taking home Olympic gold medals, teenage football and basketball players becoming instant stars. Cycling is not like this, and it often ta...