Wednesday, October 01, 2008

All's Well That Ends Well


Yesterday, we reported that Shelley Olds' (PROMAN Racing) BMC Track Master bicycle was stolen with US Track Nationals literally around the bend.

In a story that has enough twists to make William Shakespeare proud, Shelley's bicycle was recovered with a flat rear tire, but with no other noticeable damages.

Shelley had this to say before she headed down to the ADT Velodrome in Los Angeles,
"It was a long hard day yesterday and one that was extremely challenging for me both mentally and physically. But, I am up and running again today and heading down to L.A. in a few hours. I've got some built up anger to let out still, so I won't be holding back down there.

Once again, thanks to everyone that reached out to me, either just to say they were sorry or to offer their equipment, their kid's equipment, or to offer to go to all the local flea markets and scour them for my bike. I really couldn't have made it through the day without you all. Despite the darkness of the day, there was so much light shining in with everyone's support. I am honored to be a part of this amazing community [of cyclists]. I will not forget any of this. And I promise to race my tail off tomorrow in honor of all of you back home that have supported me unconditionally."
A bag of Shelley's equipment has still not been found.

Photo: Ken Conley

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Wednesday, October 01, 2008

All's Well That Ends Well


Yesterday, we reported that Shelley Olds' (PROMAN Racing) BMC Track Master bicycle was stolen with US Track Nationals literally around the bend.

In a story that has enough twists to make William Shakespeare proud, Shelley's bicycle was recovered with a flat rear tire, but with no other noticeable damages.

Shelley had this to say before she headed down to the ADT Velodrome in Los Angeles,
"It was a long hard day yesterday and one that was extremely challenging for me both mentally and physically. But, I am up and running again today and heading down to L.A. in a few hours. I've got some built up anger to let out still, so I won't be holding back down there.

Once again, thanks to everyone that reached out to me, either just to say they were sorry or to offer their equipment, their kid's equipment, or to offer to go to all the local flea markets and scour them for my bike. I really couldn't have made it through the day without you all. Despite the darkness of the day, there was so much light shining in with everyone's support. I am honored to be a part of this amazing community [of cyclists]. I will not forget any of this. And I promise to race my tail off tomorrow in honor of all of you back home that have supported me unconditionally."
A bag of Shelley's equipment has still not been found.

Photo: Ken Conley

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