As I snuck out of the bedroom to listen to the Scott&BR Show this morning, I couldn't help but wonder if I was next to be cut. I am sure all of us remaining 10 riders were on the edge of our seats this morning as the announcement came on who was being cut today.Momo had the immunity pump, so she was safe this week. But the other nine riders, including Nina who gave the immunity pump to Momo (see Sunday Ride Recap blog post below) were open to being cut. Scott Kaplan of the Scott&BR Morning Show had everyone going, including Nina, when he said that he had very bad news for her. Nina was relieved however, when Scott later revealed that the person being cut from the team was Matt.
Everyone breathed a sigh of relief, except Matt. Scott called Matt on the phone to make the announcement. Matt is a Group 1 rider and is a seriously strong rider and can climb a hill like a goat. I got to know Matt during a few rides in the beginning when he rode with Group 2. Matt has a great sense of humor and is always willing to give tips on riding skills and techniques and has helped several riders elevate their riding over these past several weeks.
Matt, we are all sorry to see you cut from the team, but glad that you will still be around to ride with us.
Right now, no one knows what the judges are looking for when they cut someone from the team. We all have our theories, but in the end, we are all just guessing.
Good luck to all of the remaining contestants on the Scott&BR Cycling Team.
