So I have been training for seven months for the Tour and on a fairly rigorous routine, for me. I even have a training plan. In the plan was a ten day family vacation right after the 4th of July to France, something that had been planned well before the Tour was on my radar. A break, a rest before Portland. I was, however, able to find a group ride while in France so I joined in for the day just to keep the legs fresh. Can you spot me?

Scott Jamieson, Team Illinois