TRIALS 2008

Well, It is that time of year once again, and it looks like it is going to be one hell of a party. With literally everyone and their mothers coming to Charlotte this week, the 2008 US Olympic Trials for Whitewater Slalom should be a bast. Of course it is a whole lot more fun and less stressful on those people who get to come and enjoy the race, as compared to the athletes, but it is going to be great fun all around. Dodge and I arrived in Charlotte yesterday. After a series of car breakdowns, Dodge's car no longer starts, and apparently it is impossible to get anyone to work on a car on the weekend in Gettysburg. So with we loaded up the Volvo, and headed back to what has become for me, almost a second home.
After arrival we jumped out for a quick session on the water, which was excellent, and a great way to get loosened up again after the 6.5hr car ride. After that it was off to the airport to pick up Sarah Dodge and then our traditional Red Bowl sushi haunt for dinner.
Today will see the arrival of Mark, and a bunch of people from the front range. I am very excited to see everyone and catch up, as well as to take pictures of the inevitable working that will take place on the course. We Will keep you posted on how the week is going as it unfolds!
Cheers!