10.14

Man, each day we’ve worked hard and each day we get closer to wrapping the film. After leaving Dan’s place in Gunnison, we stopped a few blocks down and interviewed Susan DeMattei (sp?) since she is the only American to win an Olympic medal. Big thanks to her and Dave for giving us some time - they have 3 kids and are constantly on the go. Her interview went really well. Then we rolled out of town and made our way to the Olympic Training Center in Colorado Springs to interview the head honcho of USA Cycyling, Gerard Besceglia. Gerard was a complete professional and showed an honest interest in taking ownership of the points debacle for the Olympic selection. He answered every question we threw at him and I think the viewer will appreciate hearing both sides of the story. I know I sure did. We left with a pair of new socks (thanks Steve!) and made our way to Boulder. We had not ironed out our accomidations and were quite broke. As we drove by a chi-chi looking hotel Ken said, “Someday I hope we’re getting paid enough to be staying at places like that…” We ended up doing even better. The TREK mechanic, Zack, who has been such a consimately nice guy from the day I met him, let us crash at his house. After a quick dinner with JHK and his fiance Heather, we got to Zack’s place and slept. For me it was the first night of true sleep without being medicated. My neck almost sent me home early on this trip and it made me pretty happy to be feeling better as it went along. I give Zack’s comfy futon and friendly atmosphere the credit. God it felt good to sleep.

Today we interviewed JHK for over 2 hours and he was a total champ about the entire process. His part in the film is going to be killer. Other than that, we got some promotional cards handed out to the local bike shops, had some lunch and left town. I was super happy to be heading home but definitely enjoyed my time in Boulder. Seemed like every person was outdoorsy and in great shape. Why the hell didn’t I goto college there??? Damn hindsight.

So now I’m sitting on a plane looking for a Jack & Coke to celebrate the trip. I only have Mary and Adam left to interview. Ken will take Sue and JB. Then we’re done. I hope.

Next stop, Martha’s Vinyard.
Photo is Ken and I poaching Todd’s wireless internet before leaving town.

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