Jaundice: The Yellow Jersey

Piper’s chances for the “maillot jeune” look less and less likely after today’s visit to the Kaiser. Although Piper may have looked to be a strong contender for the maillot jeune early on (her bonk despite a strong performance in the prologue caused considerable weight loss), her weight is now climbing like the great Charly Gaul. Why the change of pace? “She simply was not taking on enough fuel; now she is," et. al. replied to inquires from the press.

“Although she may no longer be a Tour contender, she still has a bright future ahead of her," said et. al. Indeed her Pop loves the cobbles, and Mom is always a contender for the Green Jersey. Of course everyone dreams of winning a race like Flanders, Paris Roubaix or a stage win on the Champs Elysees, but Piper’s build is more suited to the Ardennes Classics. She was born in late April you know. Piper is long and strong, which will help her in the final stretch of those hilly classics.

Amstel Gold anyone?

Speaking of beer, today is Cinco de Mayo and Piper is getting ready for a stroll to Cole Valley with et. al.

Do you want your taco mild, medium or spicy?