So, I broke into the RV. Pushed a side window until it popped. It was great to see the surprised look on the guys' faces when I opened the side door from the inside.
Long drive from Aspen to Beaver Creek. I had to beat the road closure deadline and get the RV up the hill to drop off luggage, then get back down the hill to the Team Area. Then grab my mountain bike and pedal back up the (closed) road that you all saw the guys climb at the end of the race today. Our feed zone car was about 10 minutes ahead of the race in a convoy with a police escort. We had to prepare the post race recovery drinks and hustle to the finish line.
The good news? I happened to be shooting along on my bike behind the Press area when this SUV pulls up and out pops Lindsey Vonn! I have always been a fan, and couldn't resist the chance to stick out my hand and introduce myself. I think I took her by surprise - her response was 'nice to meet you too', then off she went to meet the riders as they were brought up for the awards.
And who was the man today? My man JENS - love this guy, and so happy to see him win a stage - it has been a while. The word amongst the crews was that the peloton intentionally paced themselves to let him have the win, once he was by himself int he breakaway and since he is not threat to the GC. It is out of RESPECT, which we see a lot of.
Speaking of, we were in a bar with the crew when ESPN announce the Lance news. Wow. Not sure what to think. More on this tomorrow I am sure.
Another long day tomorrow - but more on that tomorrow. G'night.
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