The day began with a tasty b;fast at the Fireside Inn. A very comfy place. Then an hour and half ride to Copper and back, finishing with a Sprint Race on Main Street. I took third in my age. I would have taken at least 2nd, since I beat the guy who took 2nd in both heats, but thought there were only the two heats and I left to get ready for The Race. I missed out on two cow bells....Oh well.
No sign of Cadel or the BMC squad. The peleton came flying down from S. Main, kicking up the caulk dust the entire way. I thought they were on a dirt road.
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Waiting for the Peleton.... |
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The Sprint |
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The Win: not sure who's happier, Elia or Daniel |
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The look of Victory |
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Looks good for doing all the work today. |
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OK, he must be getting tired of this.... |
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The real Look of Victory |
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Birds eye view of the awards ceremony |
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The wait is over.... |
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The winning ride | | |
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