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"Steve Freides" wrote:

Scott wrote:
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.

Great line: "Riders should attack a little bit more, they sometimes look
too much to each other. If you feel good, you always need to try to
attack."

I don't know that it's actually good advice. One could argue - pretty
convincingly, IMHO - that the reason he stayed away is because no one
thought a no-name-newbie was capable of staying away for that long. The
interesting thing to watch is whether he wins more or is a one-trick
wonder who had beginner's - and unknown rider's - luck.

Of course, I apologize for actually discussing the race. I know
on-topic posting aren't allowed and we're supposed to **** and moan
about doping, old riders in old races, and our own never-realized
dreams. Again, my apologies -- I'll try not to let it happen again.

Is that sarcasm?

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Michael Press