PIR - Last race for Jerome

Tuesday's race at PIR was the last time most of us at the BBC would see our buddy Jerome for a long time, as he is heading home to France.

We tried to get him the win a couple weeks ago, but it didn't work out.  I had a new strategy this time around, and should have used it, but didn't.   The race was shortened to 12 laps, which was definitely not to our advantage.

We tried to get away numerous times, but people were more attentive to our moves this week.  I thought we had the win sealed with a four man break that lasted 1.5 laps but were caught at the end of the front straight with one to go. 

The team worked pretty well together.  We lost Joe, our strong kid, when he slid out on a tight turn leading to the back straight.  He's thankfully okay, but will be nursing some road rash for a few weeks.

I got a very good workout riding in and off the front so much, but not much to show for it other than tired legs.  Even the best plans don't always work out.  That happens quite a bit in bike racing.  Getting Jerome the win would have been nice, but I enjoyed giving it a go anyway. 

Jerome: Bon voyage, bonne chance.  We will miss you.