
Sometimes life is a lot like tiling a bathroom. Every now and then you have to stop and make sure you're lined up with your desired destination. But life is kind of messy, and what started out as neat rows of tile, some how becomes something of a mosaic. Needless to say, I've been doing some realigning, and making decisions that I think
parallel my long term goals ...which isn't always easy to figure out. (photo: Sunday's snow ride)
In addition to my professional life, I've also been reassessing my plans for the 2010
mtb season. At first I was under the impression that, the
Kenda Cup Series would be around again this year, but instead it's just a bunch of qualifier races that aren't really a part of a any kind of series. Then there's the
US Pro XC Tour and the
Triple Crown series, both of which take place primarily on the west side of the Mississippi.
2010 USA Cycling Pro Cross Country Mountain Bike Tour
March 27: US Cup Fontana - Fontana, California
April 18: Sea Otter Classic - Monterey, California
May 29: Mellow Johnny’s Classic - Dripping Springs, Texas
June 26: Subaru Cup - Mt. Morris, Wisconsin
July 10: Carmichael Training Systems International Classic - Colorado Springs, Colorado

This year, I think I have decided to reduce the carbon footprint of my racing season and primarily follow the
Mid-Atlantic Super Series. In years past the women's fields have been quite small, but perhaps things will be different this season. I can't help but wonder if usac
ycling is at at all concerned with the future of the sport, particularly for the women.