Originally Posted by shovelhd

Some of you already know this, but since WR posted his update, I might as well post mine. I have decided to retire from racing effective immediately. The glaucoma in my left eye has continued to take away peripheral vision despite four surgeries. It's OK for work, driving (although I cannot get a CDL), and recreational riding, but it is too risky to myself and everyone around me to have compromised vision in the peloton. It does not affect me as a cycling referee or judge, or as a race director. I am going to continue to participate in this sport as a rider and official. Throughout the years, I had more success than most, made many friends, and have a clear future. I could never give back what this sport has given to me, but I am going to try.

As for the 33, I'm not going anywhere.

Originally Posted by Ygduf

group ride today went right past the scene of this morning's accident. We had to wait 5 minutes as they were using a firetruck to wash the blood off the road. Literally.

Hard to pretend it is anything less than real, faced with riding through that.