Tough ride today. My cycling shoes slipped half way down the stairs (man do I feel like an idiot, as if these ridiculous clothes weren't enough). I started the ride with with blood sodden knuckles. Going down the big hill my rear wheel went soft and sent me slathering across the road with visions of Beloki before my eyes... but at least didn't fall. Good thing too because i wasn't wearing a helmet (for the absolute last time).

matteo