The Lion Roars Again

How Tough Are You?

We have all crashed at some point either racing or training. And with the exception of broken collarbones, most of just just manage to lose some skin. We have also seen or even been that guy that finishes the race with blood streaming from an open knee or elbow. Let me introduce you to quite possibly the toughest PRO of 2008, Linus Gerdeman from High Road. During the ITT at last weeks Tirreno-Adriatico Linus crashed hard. Sure, he was bloody and a little dazed, but he climbed back on a new bike and finished the stage. Upon crossing the finish line, Linus collapsed where he was attented to by medical personnel. Turns out he had more than a few cuts and scrapes, he actually broke his femur in 2 places, as well as torn ligaments in his knee! He was flow to a hospital in Germany where he underwent surgery. Here is the best part though, he plans on being ready for the Tour in July, now how tough is that?

WWBD?

What Would Boonen Do? 43 degrees, rain, and an hour and a half to spare. You better believe I got out there for a ride! I even threw in a few sectors of pave' for good measure. Not to mention a little embrocation goes a long way. Tomorrow the plan calls for three to four hours in the hills at a moderate tempo. Trying to squeeze in 300 miles before Hillsboro wherever I can.

Real Hardmen Wear Argyle

Christian Vande Velde leading the chase at the 2008 Paris-Nice Stage 1. Today's stage was so brutal, that organizers shortened the race by 110 kilometers! With temperatures in the 40's, hail, rain, and a touch of snow and winds gusting up to 40mph just finishing the day was a test. At least we aren't the only ones suffering this time of year.

You Know Its The St. Patricks Day Parade When...

On your your morning ride a car pulls along side of you, rolls down its window, and the passenger offers you a can of beer at 8:45 in the morning! You gotta love St. Patricks Day on the South Side!