Jet vs. Bus

Bus wins. The TDFBlog reports today that Ale-Jet aka Alessandro Petacchi of team Milram was so upset at being boxed out of yesterday’s sprint that he decided to pick a fight with the team bus. The rest (and his season) is history.

La Vuelta rest day reflections

Sitting here on the final rest day of the Vuelta, I am reflecting on a couple of things pro and con

Pro:

• Competitiveness. While the Vuelta is generally the least watched of the three grand tours, it is turning out to be pretty exciting. Only one rider has more than one stage win so far. Alexandre Vinokourov.
• Motorcycle camera angles. These guys are bringing us some unique shots. This may be coming at the expense of rider happiness as they seem to be getting very close to the peloton even as they begin to ramp up the pace in the finale.
• No bad news.
• Breakaways seem to have a better chance of getting and staying away. Adding to the excitement.

Con:

• What happened to the cameras in the cars and on the bikes?
• Heat. When 35^oC is considered cool, wow
• Tom Danielson

What are your thoughts?

A great organization.

If you live in the Northeast, you should check out Pedals for Progress. Here is an organization that looks to give back in a fantastic way. I ride for many reasons; fun, health, bonding with my kids. I don’t have to ride my bike. It is not a question of my kids not going to school because they can’t get there. I can work and support my family without my bike.

For many in this world, a bike is a link to life. Pedals for Progress provides that link. They take our old, usable bikes and send them to where they are most needed. Over 100,000 bikes have been sent to places like Honduras, Mozambique, etc.

If you don’t live in the Northeast, P4P also takes cash. Shipping costs far more than the $10 donation they ask for when dropping off a bike. Also, they are looking for a permanent home.

If you are really ambitious, contact them to see how you can open a P4P branch in your home town.