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Matt Reed has tunnel vision

Another day in the A2 wind tunnel in Mooresville, NC allowed us to have a closer look at Boulder resident Matty Reed and the fine adjustments on his Fuji D-6.

All images are © Herbert Krabel / slowtwitch.com

Matty Reed is ready to check in at Godspeed Lane 117

As Matty Reed checks into the A2 wind tunnel, this race car was loaded up next door.

Steven Harard assists with getting Matty Reed's Fuji D-6 built up.

What a great tool to get the tires pumped up.

Mike Giraud works with bikes in the tunnel so often, he could do the setup most likely blind folded.

Matty Reed towers over Mike Giraud and Steven Harad.

And the game face is on for sure.

Mike Giraud tightening the extensions after turning them in.

With the hands closer together, Matty Reed is ready for another run.

The control center is manned by Mike Giraud.

Matty Reed with All3Sports president Morgan Clark.

The Shimano Di-2 shifters allow for swift switching out of the extensions.

Does Steven Harad have a bit of phone envy?

A roast beef sandwich gives strength before it is time to go back in the tunnel.

Small spectator windows allow a look at the action during a run.

The wind actually gets sucked and not blown.

Mike Giraud tidies up some of the housing and wires.

Matty Reed back in action at a 20 degree yaw angle.

The work is done, time for a few pics.

All packed up and ready to travel back to Colorado.