This weekend, myself and the rest of the Slipstream boys are preparing for a March and April packed full of racing with a weekend full of firsts. Places, you ask? Well that would be nice and time will tell.

Saturday we contest Trofeo Laigueglia, the first big Italian season opener. It is packed full of monster climbs and an even more daunting start list. With three major, back-to-back passes–including the Passa del Ginestro–the final sprint group should be small.

On Sunday, we head to France for the first French Cup, Haut Var. Not having the profile in front of me is probably a good thing. I have heard it is a relentlessly hilly course that should produce another small group at the finish. This race is a favorite of our fearless leader, Mr. Vaughters, as he frequented the top ten back in the day.

From here we will continue the quest for more firsts and the usual eternal joy and happiness. Best of luck to the boys in CA! Let the Argyle Armada roll. Check back tomorrow for results and report.

Ciao, ciao - Lucas