sorry FHG, I didnt even see those PM's! I just sent ya one tho. And I hear you all too well on getting sick, I have to really starve myself to get to that point though. Probably because I dont really have any other responsibilites outside of racing so I'll get up and train and then if Im not eating alot I end up with no motivation and spend the rest of the day sitting around and sleeping. Kinda sucks, but it beats getting sick. Howd that 200k with no food go? I'll keep a clif bar in my pocket for insurance but I think I've had the same one for over a month, I dont use sport drink either, just water. I do eat a large breakfast before the long rides at this time of year however as Im not overly concerned with my weight. ummm, cocaine? I've heard of guys using it before cyclo cross races but I dont think its a great idea. Its an addictive drug and its just not good for you. It's effects only last 45mins to an hour so it'd be useless for a long road race. And where did you hear Merckx and Moser used it? The only guys I've heard of testing positive for it are Salvatore Commesso and Luca Bramati.. I also spoke with a friend of mine who went to Europe to race cross and he claims to have seen Daniele Pontoni blow 3 lines before a race. Seems like an Italian thing. I dont think it is needed to win cat. 2 road races in America however, hard work will help out much more.
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