Riders completed their final reconnaissance rides on the gravel roads of Strade Bianche in the rain on Friday but wore smiles below the splash of mud on their faces, knowing the rain should create perfect gravel racing conditions for Saturday.
The latest weather forecasts for Siena expect light rain all day on Friday and into the night, but on Saturday, the sun should be out in the afternoon, with temperatures of 14C. The wind will also not be a problem, with a light southwesterly breeze blowing across the course south of Siena.
