yes i watched many breaks go early in the races this year only to get pulled back last lap or final 10-15 miles...i did well (and as instructed heh) to let the early move go and counter when it came back.
I got into a painful 2 man break-away at Dunnigan 30 miles into a fierce headwind. Luckily my partner was strong and determined and we pulled it off.
Good luck on the upgrade and congrats on the t-shirt...i have enough now to wear one each day of the week haha. Wife likes the Velopromo\Winters one the best.