This and that

First a little 'cross commentary regarding worlds: Congratulations to a certain B. Matter for making the team and representing Wisco. Cool indeed. That's just about all that was cool about worlds though as the race itself turned out to be pretty boring. Now, if it was me in a race that won nearly from the start, that wouldn't be boring a'tall but that's not likely to happen.

Second a short team update: we had our first of the year Cafe Hollander team meeting on Monday evening at Headquarters. Lots of excitement is building for the upcoming season as we have some fresh Masters blood and have started a women's team. There is new kit on the way too, which I must say is very "pro" looking. We even have matching gloves and shoe covers this year to go with an already impressive amount of clothing. I can't wait to roll out as a team with twenty of us two by two.

Be sure to check out our website in the coming months as we have a new webmaster who promises to update it (not me.....). Also, in case you haven't heard, June will bring the opening of the new Cafe Hollander in Wauwatosa. The plans are for outdoor seating on the bridge across from Noodles. The restaurant will be in the building that now houses Zimmerman Architectural Group next to the Chancery. Eric and Mike plan to gut remodel the interior of the building and add a fountain out front where the sculpture is now.

Third is my dilemma over a new road bike this year. My business is still going strong, but the daily doses of nasty economic news have me pretty nervous. We have a sweetheart of a team deal from Specialized that I would love to take advantage of but I think I'd better hold off. I would guess that I'm not the only one in this boat...

See you on the road