By far the best tour so far. Hopefully it sticks around for awhile. Ran into Lt. Gov Peter Kinder and I thanked him for his work in supporting this race. He asked me where I live and when I told him KCMO he told me to email the Gov. and show my support and ask to bring it back. When I asked him about maybe a title sponsor in the future he started talking about how KC has almost zero sponsor representation. Almost all the major sponsors are St.L based - KC has been getting a free ride for the last 3 years. (cerner and on goal are silver level sponsors)
Race was great. Made it to St. Joe and of course KC circuit. Was watching from several vantage points during the race - the best was on the climb up summit. Lots of people and fun environment. Although had to go back to the start finish/pershing/broadway due to being able to watch the video and listen.
Zabriskie winning was a no brainer - the most shocking was how Tom Zirbel lost his podium spot. He had one job...stick the wheel of Pinotti. First lap on the sprint line he got blasted, Pinotti stole his podium. Nice way to welcome to Zirbel to international cycling as he's moving to Garmin.
In non tour events, Matt P. layed down 1380 watts on the cycle ops spin bike in the power competition. He won the overall and will be bringing home 10 steaks and a t-shirt.
Cyclocross starts saturday.
AYHSMB
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