Tour of Missouri: the hills

By Alex Lowe

September 11, 2007 | 12:00 a.m. CDT

Professional cyclists who participate in the Tour of Missouri use specialized equipment to carry them to the finish line. Click here for an interactive graphic that shows the gear.

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