Pedersen openly acknowledged that his wrist required prolonged recovery following a grueling spring classics campaign on harsh terrain.
"My wrist was hurting a bit; there's no need to beat around the bush about that," he said.
The Danish sprinter opted to skip the Baloise Belgium Tour in June to focus purely on isolated training under medical guidance to avoid further joint aggravation.
"I had the choice between racing in Belgium or training, and I felt more comfortable with training.
My coach and doctor also said that was the best option," Pedersen said.
Sports Director Steven de Jongh summarized the team's tactical philosophy, highlighting the depth of talent available to animate multiple aspects of the 21-stage race.
"The main big goals for the team are finishing up high in the general classification with Juan and of course with Mads trying to win the green jersey, plus we would like to win stages.
Juan is our GC leader and we also have Skjelmose in a protected role.
Derek Gee is a very important rider in the climbs and can be a satellite rider in mountain stages and crucial help for Juan and Skjelly," de Jongh said.
"Of course, we have Mads. He will go for green and almost doesn't need an introduction.
He is so strong and competitive in the sprints and even on days when sprinters will normally get dropped he can survive.
He is crazy good at going in the breakaway, so is Vacek who can join him there.
Same for Quinn, he is also in good shape and just won the Nationals so he can give support when he needs, like riding in the valleys, and go in the break if there is a chance.
Carlos can give support and protection to the riders, while Toms has a similar role to Vacek to help position Mads and give protection to Juan and Skjelly on the days where they need it.
We've had great preparation for the TTT and have high expectations of being competitive," he added.
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The 3,333-kilometer race features eight mountain stages and ends on July 26.
