Thunder Down Under

Cadel and Sulzberger attack up Willunga! What is up with Cadel's shoes?  Not PRO!  (photo Veeral Patel)
I haven't had so much fun in a long, long time!  It was my first time at the Tour Down Under and I wouldn't have done it much differently.  Fortunately I was surrounded by some old TdU veterans who knew their way around and the best way to see the race.  Later in the week I'll write some TIPS on what we did, the routes we took, the places we stayed, the restaurants we ate at, and the pubs we got thrown out of.
Before I say anything further I want to show my gratitude to James Broadway and Veeral Patel.  I worked closely with these two photographers last week and I'm blown away at the talent these guys possess.  Neither James or Veeral are professionals and spent a considerable amount of time and money being in Adelaide with me last week.   Both of them are passionate cyclists as well as cycling fans who don't do this for money, recognition or anything else.  I'm blessed to be surrounded by such passionate and talented people who are eager to help with this group project we call Cycling Tips.   I also want to thank the dozens of you who came up and introduced yourselves to me when you saw me out and about in Adelaide.  A truly awesome feeling!
More photos and writing to come later, however we all had a late night of traveling and the reality of our day jobs is now upon us.