I don't know about anyone else, but I race for more than the results in a specific race or type of race. And if I feel I've done the best I can do in a particular race, or on a particular course, I feel good about the result. I'm not going to only ride in races I think I can win. I'm focused on improving all around to reduce physical limitations, and on getting the smarts that will help me overcome those that remain. The only thing that pisses me off is knowing I could have done better than I did on that particular day, due to a mental lack of toughness, bad prep, etc.