020209. Craig came and spoke at our first LA Tri Club meeting of the year. In short, I'm a fan. He's one of the most charming and humble pro's I've ever met. He gave props to his wife of 10-years and his little girl, who help him with his training by providing aid stations on his training routes.
He told us stories of his coming-up in the ranks, and, specifically about a race in France he entered, and was winning, until the local aid-stations withheld fuel, and he ended up bonking (they were pushing for their local to win).
The races all get more interesting as you get familiar with the players... and, I'll be on the edge of my seat watching and waiting to see who crosses first in 2009.
Here I am between Craig & Bob Babbitt:
Lots of members made the meeting... just shy of 200:
Laurie, Emma & Ray:
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