I also cycle as a form of cross training so I do know the benefits of doing it but these guys, as pros,are risking some MAJOR risk to be riding on these roads w ppl texting, drunk, not paying attention or they themselves just crashing. ESP a reigning Olympic champ in one of the most prestigious events.
Look no further than Lukas Verzbikas. Or Gwen Jorgensen.
i just don’t get how they nor their coaches and agents and sponsers aren’t telling them this isn’t a good idea. Until they are Retired they should be in the trainer/ rollers or peloton.