Synergy

The energy of the fans and racing on top Swan Mountain Road, the final King of the Mountain (KOM), provided both a taste of the Tour de France, racing fireworks, and just plain energy.  Fans began taking to the climb during the early morning hours, and built to a crescendo just before the lead moto from the race caravan arrived.  The true signal the lead rider was arriving was the visual of the Versus camera helicopter in the valley below, which provided approx a 10 minute window to get in position, both photographers and the flag bearing fans!  Whew Whoa!