Sorry guys. Haven’t been keeping up with my blogs. I guess the fatigue of the race is starting to slow me a bit.
Yesterday was one of those long days where I just had it set in my head that I would sit in the peloton and rest as much as possible.
That proved to be hard as the pace was out of control. The heat being up in the 100s didn't help. Yesterday we all knew a breakaway would go, but after 70 kilometers we started to wonder as the race was still all together.
As guys relaxed a bit and people took their nature breaks, the attack went. It was almost funny to watch as they basically rolled off the front, while most of us just watched. It would have taken only three pedal strokes for anyone to cover that move, but at the same time, everyone was happy to see it go.
After that, Rabobank chased all day. The pace wasn’t too high, but with a long and hot day, it seemed to go on forever. I remember being very happy to see the first KOM banner, as it meant the race was coming to an end.
So, after all that, I don't think I had much of a rest day, but I don't think anyone else did either, so we are at par. The worst went to the breakaway boys. They sure had a hard day.
Freddie
Colombian-born Freddie Rodriguez is a professional American road racing cyclist. He is a three-time US national champion and currently races for team Predictor-Lotto. His nickname, "Fast Freddie," is due to his reputation as a sprint specialist. His Fast Freddie Coffee , the Fast Freddie Foundation , and his new Team Fast Freddie help to raise funds to support youth cycling in America. Freddie resides in Emeryville, California, USA and Girona, Spain. Freddie is riding this year's Tour and will give us an insider's perspective on life inside the peloton. He welcomes questions and will try to respond during the Tour.
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Jul 19, 2007 11:14 AM
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Tim
in response to: Tom Askins
Tim
in response to: Tom Askins
GC=General Classification, riders after overall time in stage race
Jul 19, 2007 11:38 AM
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Theresa
Theresa
Freddie!! So disappointed to see you go down today at that corner!! But, at least you had Tom Boonen on the ground with you. Next to you winning the sprint, I was pretty happy seeing Robbie Hunter finally get the win!
You must be whipped, with the heat, the wind, and the pace!
What or who are GC riders?