Thursday, August 7, 2008

Stars and Bars

Four years ago, I had one cycling jersey. This jersey was a hand-me-down from a friend. It was black with a skeleton of a fish on it and I loved it. I still do. But it was only one jersey, and it was the only one I had.

It never occurred to me to buy another jersey. I wanted to know how I could win a jersey. Specifically "that eastern women's series leader jersey". My goal was to not have to buy a new jersey. I was either going to win one, or get one from a team.

I moved to Colorado so the Eastern Series jersey option was out, however I did find a team that for a small fee would give me support and not only a jersey but shorts too. Now I had two jerseys.

Things have changed.

This year, I have done a pretty good job of acquiring free jerseys. Not only from the two teams I ride with (USA National Team and Colavita/Sutter Home p/b Cooking Light), but from winning them.

Climber and stage winner jerseys from l'Aude, most aggressive rider jersey from Thuringen, and best of all, the Stars and Stripes/Bars jersey from winning the National Time Trial Championship yesterday.Though the black fish skeleton jersey is still my favorite and I still wear it, this new jersey is the coolest and by far the most rewarding.

10 comments:

Anonymous said...

Alison -- CONGRATULATIONS!! We're so proud of you and your 'stars & stripes.'
--Joanne

Megan said...

Way to go No.2! I am oh so very proud of you!

Dr.Dave said...

Alison- Congrats on a great effort. Wear your Stars & Stripes with pride 'cuz you deserve this so much!!!

Anonymous said...

I really like that stars and stripes, but I must admit the Radler is my favorite. I am guessing it is more fun to wear American colors that limeaide and beer, but still.... Congratulations!
Heidi

Anonymous said...

that jersey goes very well with your medal :) Congrats! Rachel H

Anonymous said...

YOU ROCK~!!!!!!!!!!!

Way to go!!!!!!

U of I club

Anonymous said...

POWIE YOU ROCK.... WAY TO GO. I AM STOKED FOR YOU! YOU DESERVE ALL THE SUCCESS YOU HAVE EARNED IT!! CLARKY

Anonymous said...

AP,

Great job!!!

I hope we get to ride with you and that stars and stripes jersey some time. Keep riding fast, hope to see you soon.

Mike

Anonymous said...

Congrats! You are such an animal. I have a great shot of you in the fish skeleton jersey from White Rim, good times!

-your PIC

Anonymous said...

Congrats! You are such an animal. I have a great shot of you in the fish skeleton jersey from White Rim, good times!

-your PIC