China/ US Pro

Having the opportunity to go to China and race my bike was a life experience. Up until a few weeks ago, I never thought I would ever make it to china, and when I got the call from Gavin, I was pretty excited to say the least!!! I pretty much gave all I had for the rode race. The Course suited me well and I was pretty motivated to get a result. The course was incredible... the race was 110 miles finishing with 4 18 mile circuits surrounded by the great wall. Fans were lined the whole way along the course 10 deep, it was pretty cool to see!
Scott Nydam rode amazing!!!!!! working for me in the final. I ended up 9th which i was pretty happy with. It was cool throwing it down with the Pro Tour guys, It gave me an idea where I stand against them. I definitely have some work to do....I'm sure it was pretty easy for Cadel who got 4th, and I would say the last 40 miles was the hardest I have ever had to race.

The last few weeks, I would say I haven't had the best of luck with staying healthy.... After the RR in Beijing I got some kind of bug that has stayed with me the last we weeks and then a cold 2 days before US Pro's. I was able to finish US Pro's, But it was frustrating not being 100%%, I guess that's How it goes sometimes. Just got to roll with it and Move on. I'm already looking forward to next year's race!!!!

Next week is my final race of the year.... Tour Of MIz. I'm looking forward to being home this week, getting back to feeling good and spending time with Leora. I'm hoping to get some results and finish off the season strong. Until Next time... take care.