I'm always amazed by the folks who plug away their entire 20's,
chasing that elusive pro contract, thinking that if they just get that
one opportunity they'll make it big. All they need is someone to
notice them and it's on like donkey kong. The sad thing is, most of
those in this situation must be delusional, as it's not a case of not
being noticed, it's probably a case of just not having the talent (are
you reading this, Mike?).

Here's a case of what happens when you actually have the goods:

http://velonews.competitor.com/2011/...-clercq_172960

Discuss amongst yourselves.