I need your help!

Attention all readers! I have a very difficult decision to make and I value any feedback you are willing to offer.

My Dilemma: Should I race the National Crit Championships in Downer’s Grove next weekend?

OR should I participate in one of the most prestigious and historical kickball tournament known to man?


On one hand, the chance at a National Title makes my velo senses very aroused!

On the other, the kickball tournament is being held in Port Hope, MI. Port Hope is a very small town that my father grew up in and where retirement has recently relocated my parents. The town is so small that if you blink while driving through it, you may miss it. Primarily, all of the Finkel origins can be traced back to this little town with a big welcome.

A National title could last a lifetime.

However, becoming a kickball champion on the soil where my roots were grown would be stupendous.

I need your help readers, any feedback is appreciated. Please leave some suggestive comments.

ADA Race Report

Woke up Saturday morning and realized that sometimes family trumps bike racing. I spent the entire day off the bike and enjoyed every minute of it. My heart rate never hit any target zones, but I did get an aerobic workout in with my four nephews jumping all over me.

It's important to remember that there are other things in life that define us and put purpose in our lives besides racing. That being said, I'll see everyone at the BTR Crit in Kalamazoo this weekend!