What inconsistencies?

Yes, I am foreign born, but moved here many years ago.

When you put it in term of Landis and his 24k mi, then I get discouraged. My current bike wouldn't last a month at those miles, you're right. This is a sad day.

But I will continue to ride and consume raw eggs with the goal of competing at some level, some day.

Thank you all for the insight, input, and insult.