Originally Posted by Cleave

I have to say that I share some of Sara's sentiments when it comes to my rare wins and podiums. I a field of genetic freaks and super freaks (I'm quoting someone ), I'm happy to be there at the end. When I race in a "depleted" SoCal field and win or podium, I'm generally less happy, but still happy.

As I've said, I get more joy and satisfaction out of doing my best and sometimes doing better than I've done before. I guess that's why I've stuck with this sport and not been part of the turnover. However, as age inevitably starts to take even that away from me, I'll have no problem with outlasting my competition, if that becomes the case.