The Tour de France Challenge retrospective invites your team to reflect like racing cyclists, focusing on new strategies, avoiding pitfalls, and celebrating successes to maintain momentum.

When to use this template

This format is ideal at the end of sprints, major project phases, or after achieving significant milestones to re-energize the team and set a clear direction.

How to facilitate

Set the stage by explaining the cycling analogy and how it relates to team progress and performance

Invite team members to brainstorm ideas for each column: new tactics (Starting Line Tactics), obstacles to avoid (Crash Barriers), and successful practices to continue (Yellow Jersey Moves)

Facilitate sharing of ideas in each column, encouraging specific examples and collaborative discussion

Group similar themes and prioritize actions for each column, focusing on what will have the biggest impact moving forward

Work together to turn key insights into clear, actionable items for the next iteration or phase

Close with a brief group reflection: what did the team learn from using this perspective, and how will it help maintain momentum?

Document outcomes and assign owners for follow-up actions to ensure progress

Pro Tips

Use the cycling theme to make the session engaging—consider light music or visual backgrounds for immersion

Prompt quieter team members with inclusive questions to ensure all voices contribute to each column

Reference recent team 'wins' or 'near-misses' as examples to start the conversation

Encourage concise, focused entries to keep discussions timely and actionable

FAQ

What if the team isn't familiar with the Tour de France?

Briefly explain the racing analogy and focus on the themes of teamwork, momentum, and overcoming obstacles—the concepts are universal.

How do we avoid spending too long on one column?

Set timeboxes for each section and move the group along if discussion becomes repetitive; use facilitation cues to transition smoothly.

How can we ensure actions are followed up after the retro?

Assign clear owners and agree on timelines during the session, then review progress at the start of the next retrospective.

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At a glance

Duration
45–60 min
Team Size
4-12 people
Columns
3 columns
Base Format
Start, Stop, Continue

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Use this template to run your next retrospective

🚴‍♂️🇫🇷 Tour de France Challenge

Gear up and join the peloton! Let’s reflect on our project like riders in the Tour, celebrating yellow jersey moments, avoiding crashes, and keeping our momentum going. What will we start, stop, or continue to pedal toward success?

Template Columns

🚦 Starting Line Tactics

🛑 Crash Barriers

🏆 Yellow Jersey Moves

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