Yeah, he's kinda selfless to a fault. But that's what separates the very good from the great one's. Ability and the giant ego to win.

I'm curious about the end goal of TRS. Are they all about just winning the TdF? I think Lance believes he's got another shot at it. But what about the following year? Lance hangs it up to ride in the team car. Then what? I think LA and JB have visions of building a TdF powerhouse. But they don't have any strong young up and comers in the fold. I really think they misplayed the Contador relationship. Sure he might be brash or sensitive or whatever. But you can't deny he is a great grand tour rider. His name very well could be up there with the great ones when its said and done. Seems like LA and JB let their egos get in the way, thinking they don't need AC to win. Well, they're still going to have to beat the guy. And if Andy Schleck improves his TT riding, TRS has no shot at beating him either. Sure TRS will get a lot of media attention, but will they be happy with a podium or top ten spot?

Perhaps they're (LA and JB) plan is to hopefully develop a top American rider down the road.