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The most amazing thing about this kid is not necessarily the song but his willingness to perform in front of his peers at age 13 with zero inhibitions……as rather skeptical, largely female classmates, look on and are slowly transformed from thinking “what a nerd” to “i want to marry him” .  Totally consumed with the…

Lance was pretty dam impressive this tour.  In fact I think more impressive than other tours.  To take 3 years off at that age and in that sport and come back to a podium finish is incredible.  Adding to it he played the team guy role to perfection despite the fact that he must have…

Yesterday I witnessed Bill Fry (co-owner of the Victoria Trek Pro City Store) ride his trainer on the sidewalk for 12 straight hours.  He got off once to change his cycling gear at hour 6.  I’ve done a few nutty workouts in my life but nothing compares to this.  The good thing is that he…

A few nights ago I had one of the most unforgetable experiences of my life.  I was invited by my host, Loay Nazer, to the downtown center of Jeddah to observe the daily “call to prayer”.  The call to prayer happens numerous times throughout the day and is broadcast over loud speakers from all the…