I didn't see AJ Smith at Elk Grove or Downer's Grove. If he's so bad ass, where the hell was he at the two biggest crits (money and result-wise) of the year?

I don't think he knows a damn thing about professional racing in Europe. Winning some circuit races and being a junior national champion on the track are not going to compare to the lowest level of pro racing in Europe. Junior (age when most are not cycling in the U.S., and not developed) national champions, track (especially sprints, not much relation to the road) or otherwise should be a little more thoughtful in what they say.

Beating the two dudes (who were on TT bikes with drop bars) when not putting in your fair share of the work, and then talking about how he basically isn't thankful for the opportunity is extremely disrespectful. Bryce Mead got robbed by a clown.