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posted by Philip Schmidt :: Jun 11, 2008 :: 11:33 AM 
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As all the others are saying, race day is here. In a few short hours we'll do a parade start and then the real race begins.

I'm nervous and excited. It's hard to be really nervous--I really don't know what to expect. I'm pretty confident in our strategy. We have plans, back up plans and back up plans for the back up plans. It should be smooth.

I spent much of yesterday helping Lee, our mechanic, fine tune all the bikes. Really I just stood there and asked questions. But I felt helpful. The bikes are running smooth. I just can't wait to get on one and start it up.

We'll have a hot and hilly first 24 hours (well, really first few days), but we're rested and fairly relaxed so it shouldn't be too bad.

I can't keep a train of thought here so I guess I'm going to sign off before this become even less coherent.

More to come as we hit the road.

 




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Go storming norgman
by: steve baker - 06/11/2008 05:25 PM
I'm following every bit of data you guys send. Good luck and have fun. Steve
KEEP IT UP!
by: Lori Strobl - 06/12/2008 07:21 AM
You guys are doing awesome!! Big group at Hains Point this morning and everyone was super excited about Xtreme4--keep riding hard and come home soon!
Rollin'!
by: Andy Blatecky - 06/12/2008 10:12 AM
Looks like you guys are off to a great start. Great job, and keep rockin' all the way to Annapolis!
here you go
by: Janette - 06/12/2008 10:21 PM
Keep on truckin we are all watching your ride and it seems that you are well on your way
Onward!
by: Jen - 06/13/2008 07:35 AM
Keep up the great work! When you get to TS# #31 in Camdenton, MO, say hi to Jim Glickert for me. He'll be waiting all weekend for you to roll through.
Push on!
by: Lindsey J. - 06/13/2008 01:16 PM
You're all doing an amazing job! Keep it up and we'll see you soon. :)


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