I find it incredible how fast the pace has been so far in this Tour. They are riding at full speed. It feels like the guys are going as fast as they can possibly pedal even though if physically some still have reserves. Yesterday too.
Actually Vacek was still at front controlling the pace. Probably the other teams did not knew Pedersen is so much at the back with Vacek going full gas. Coming back to Vacek wheel and Vacek still being capable to do a lead-out after 2km in front of a finish stage was impressive.
You're right, it's not the same as PR, but still, Andy Schleck was the last rider you'd expect to follow Cancellara so well. Plus, their group gained over a minute on the others, including Contador.