I've watched this race from the beginning with a fascination that I can't even explain. These folks are doing the incredible, and it seems like they are not only amazing athletes, but some of the the most humble people I've ever heard of.
I was rolling at Dave Blumenthal's last recording where he was talking about how it seemed like the horses were trying to hit him up for lunch money. Combined with his sound effects - it was hilarious!
I've been fascinated by how amazing Matthew, Blaine, and Eric have done. I wish I could have ONE day as good as their worst day. They are amazing athletes.
I felt like I was punched in the gut on hearing the news about Dave, and moved at how much it has hit at the hearts of the other racers and those who were fortunate enough to have met him. What a huge tragedy and loss for his family, friends, and the bicycling world.
It appears that soon Matthew will win again, and yet, I know that I wont stop watching the news and updates until the last person is in. I hope whoever it is, they realize how incredibly inspired we all are with them. It will be in fact the one who comes in last that will motivate me the most - I will likely forever wonder if I could ever accomplish what they did.
I wish Patrick and all of the racers God speed, safe travels, and following winds. You all are my heroes, and my kids and I have cheered you on every mile.
Keep at it Patrick!
I've watched this race from the beginning with a fascination that I can't even explain. These folks are doing the incredible, and it seems like they are not only amazing athletes, but some of the the most humble people I've ever heard of.
I was rolling at Dave Blumenthal's last recording where he was talking about how it seemed like the horses were trying to hit him up for lunch money. Combined with his sound effects - it was hilarious!
I've been fascinated by how amazing Matthew, Blaine, and Eric have done. I wish I could have ONE day as good as their worst day. They are amazing athletes.
I felt like I was punched in the gut on hearing the news about Dave, and moved at how much it has hit at the hearts of the other racers and those who were fortunate enough to have met him. What a huge tragedy and loss for his family, friends, and the bicycling world.
It appears that soon Matthew will win again, and yet, I know that I wont stop watching the news and updates until the last person is in. I hope whoever it is, they realize how incredibly inspired we all are with them. It will be in fact the one who comes in last that will motivate me the most - I will likely forever wonder if I could ever accomplish what they did.
I wish Patrick and all of the racers God speed, safe travels, and following winds. You all are my heroes, and my kids and I have cheered you on every mile.