It would be interesting to follow his progress for the race.  He’s even consulted Brendan Brazier on the diet especially in the context of endurance sports. Though, not ‘strictly vegan’ as the article mentioned his minimal intake of Salmon for Iron absorption. His menu looks like straight out from Brendan Brazier’s book “The Thrive Diet”. 

Zabriskie’s Vegan Menu

Here’s what the cyclist plans to eat on race days during the Tour.

Breakfast:

Oatmeal with black strap molasses; whole food optimizer; cacao nibs; nuts; cinnamon; two tablespoons of coconut butter; an apple; hemp seeds and flax seeds

On-the-Bike Snacks:

Six Clif Bar Z bars (vegan); two Clif Bar shot blocks (vegan); two Clif Bar gels (vegan); dates; six to eight bottles of special team race drink

On the Bus, Post-Race:

White rice with maple syrup and cinnamon; vegan protein shake;

two bottles of special team recovery protein drink; goji berries

Before Dinner:

Vegan protein shake

Dinner:

White rice or pasta; salad with leafy greens; vegetables —including broccoli, spinach, carrots and beets.

Dessert:

Fresh fruit and a vegan protein shake before bed