Things were progressing nicely, until I developed the saddle sore from hell. I was right on track for the start of next years race season. I've been ave 15 hours a week (approx 175mi) which includes two days in the gym. I've been working hard to develop some more leg strength and improve my peak power. On last Sundays team ride I blitzed the long climb near my best time and power out puts. With this saddle sore I've been off the bike for three days and it's not getting better.

If you want to hear about some brutal training wait till Vinokurtov chimes in!