The sun was shining when the riders left Porto Sant'Elpidio .
The riders were clearly worried about the 209km in the saddle , the expect rain showers and the numerous short , sharp climbs doted along the stage profile .
The sun was shining when the riders left Porto Sant'Elpidio but the riders were clearly worried about the 209km in the saddle , the expect rain showers and the numerous short , sharp climbs doted along the stage profile .