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avendish told us this excellent anecdote from the 2009 Giro d'Italia as part of a feature on pre-race mistakes filmed at the 2015 Amgen Tour of California. That 'late for an important meeting' feeling? Check. 'Oh sh*t!'? Yep, that too. What's your biggest ever pre-race mistake? Share it in the comments below. No judgement, we promise... Buy GCN Cycling Kit! Click here: http://gcn.eu/BuyGCNKitYT Get GCN T-Shirts and hoodies: http://gcn.eu/buy_GCN_stuff About GCN: The Global Cycling Network puts you in the centre of the action: from the iconic climbs of Alpe D’Huez and Mont Ventoux to the cobbles of Flanders, everywhere there is road or pavé, world-class racing and pro riders, we will be there bringing you action, analysis and unparalleled access every week, every month, and every year. We show you how to be a better cyclist with our bike maintenance videos, tips for improving your cycling, cycling top tens, and not forgetting the weekly GCN Show. Join us on YouTube’s biggest and best cycling channel to get closer to the action and improve your riding! Welcome to the Global Cycling Network | Inside cycling Thanks to our sponsors: Santini cycling kit: http://gcn.eu/BuyGCNKitYT Kask helmets: http://gcn.eu/1FrbcHK fi’zi:k shoes: http://gcn.eu/1tsXI7S Garmin: http://gcn.eu/1GtylOY Youtube Channel - http://gcn.eu/gcnYT Facebook - http://gcn.eu/gcnFb Google+ - http://gcn.eu/gcnGPlus Twitter - http://gcn.eu/gcnTW Leave us a comment below! Music - licensed by Cue Songs